Under federal rules, what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is enough to place a commercial driver out of service, even below the legal driving limit?
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Correct answer to question 285 (General Knowledge): 0.04 percent or higher while on duty
Why
Federal rules set a lower threshold for commercial drivers than for the general public: a BAC of 0.04 percent or more while operating a commercial vehicle results in being placed out of service.
Updated: November 2026