FMCSA allows pre-employment screening by drivers and motor carriers to review drivers' records; these records contain up to 5 years of crash data, and up to ______ years of roadside inspections.

The correct answer is three years for the timeframe of roadside inspections that can be reviewed as part of a pre-employment screening by drivers and motor carriers. The FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) regulations stipulate that while crash data can be accessed for up to five years, roadside inspection data is limited to three years. This distinction is important because it ensures that motor carriers and drivers have access to relevant and recent safety performance data that can impact their employment and operational decisions. By reviewing this information, employers can assess a driver's history concerning compliance with safety regulations, contributing to safer roadway operations.