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Part 390 § 390.23 Relief from regulations What does a driver need to do when returning to normal operations after operating under an emergency declaration?

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What does a driver need to do when returning to normal operations after operating under an emergency declaration?

Upon completion of the direct assistance activities and prior to returning to normal operations, the driver is required to take 10 consecutive hours off duty before driving.  All the time the driver spends engaged in work-related activities that are not associated with providing direct assistance must be counted under the HOS rules.

Regulatory Topic: Emergency Declarations
Effective Date: Thursday, March 19, 2020
Issued Date: Thursday, March 19, 2020