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What Happens If You Exceed Driving Hours?
Motor vehicle operators and fleet managers abide by time management principles. Federal law, namely the Hours of Service laws overseen by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), stipulates exactly how long CMV drivers are allowed to drive prior to mandatory breaks. It is not easy to adhere to strict schedules when faced with challenging…
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Common HOS Questions Answered
Following Hours of Service (HOS) rules set forth by the FMCSA is of utmost importance for any driver or fleet manager of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). By remaining in compliance, you can keep your trucks on the road, preserve your safety rating under the CSA program, and avoid hefty DOT compliance penalties. In an effort…
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How to Avoid HOS Violations
Compliance is becoming increasingly important with the increased scrutiny of the operations of commercial vehicles by federal law enforcement agencies. Violation of hours of service rules will have an immediate impact on your CSA score, subject you to intense safety inspections, and reduce your profit margins due to costly fines. Your drivers’ and company’s protection…
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Understanding the 11-Hour Driving Limit
Getting around Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) guidelines is important to keep a commercial fleet operating safely, profitably, and in compliance. Of all the key Hours of Service (HOS) guidelines, 11 hours of daily driving time limit is perhaps the most important guideline for drivers operating property-carrying CMVs. Knowing how this guideline operates, how…
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What Is the 14-Hour Rule?
The proper understanding of Hours of Service rules is among the most vital tasks for commercial motor vehicles drivers. The 14-hour rule appears to be one of the most confusing rules among all federal HOS guidelines for new license holders. The importance of comprehending the working mechanism of this particular guideline cannot be underestimated because…
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When Can You Use the 34-Hour Restart?
Compliance with the FMCSA rules is important in order to avoid DOT fines and above all to protect tired truckers. All the HOS rules are very important; however, the 34-hour restart rule is one of the most effective for CMV drivers. Nevertheless, when does it become available? What Is the 34-Hour Restart? The 34-hour restart…
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How Many Hours Can a Truck Driver Drive Per Day?
Safety on commercial roadways depends heavily on preventing driver fatigue. To achieve this, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) enforces strict Hours of Service (HOS) regulations. If you are wondering, “How many hours can a truck driver drive per day?” the short answer is a maximum of 11 hours, but the exact legal limits…
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What Are the Hours of Service Rules?
Fatigue among drivers is one of the main risks that face the commercial transport industry. In order to tackle this problem of driver fatigue, prevent accidents, and ensure consistency in safety practices nationwide, the FMCSA has imposed stringent HOS rules. If you are a long-haul CMV driver, a fleet manager, or even someone who needs…