Yes
Yes
Garbage truck drivers are require to carry a pre-trip inspection book in their trucks. The pre-trip inspection should be filled out each day before leaving.
There is nothing in the FMCSR which addresses the issue, contrary to popular belief. However, no company is going to allow their drivers to carry guns. Additionally, there would be many complications for a truck driver who wished to - US trucks might cross into Canada, where they wouldn't be permitted to bring their guns. Gun laws vary from state to state, and a gun which is legal in North Carolina may not be legal in California. And, of course, most customers prohibit firearms on their property.
Yes
You will need to contact your State Police or Highway Patrol for a current answer.
With or without a drivers license you must carry with you a valid certificate to prove that you have been trained and tested to legally operate a fork/lift truck for commercial use.
Yes, within the limitations of the law as they exist for every other civilian. Must have a CCW if carrying concealed, open carry is legal except within Denver County, can't carry into any places any other non-LEO resident would be prohibited from carrying, etc.
They're supposed to, but there are a lot of nasty truck drivers out there - especially over-the-road drivers.
Yes. Contrary to rumor, there is no law prohibiting the possession of a firearm in a CMV.
I understand CCW permits in Florida can be obtain by almost anyone. If a tow truck driver has a CCW he is legal....
So that they can ascertain the pressures in their vehicles tires to ensure their vehicle is safe to drive.