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Section 4.8.1.2 of 49 CFR part 395 subpart B, Appendix A requires that an electronic logging device (ELD) without a printer be designed so that “the display may be reasonably viewed by an authorized safety official without entering the commercial motor...

NOTE: This guidance reflects minor correction(s) (e.g., for grammar, typographical errors, or consistency) made on March 10, 2022.

 

FMCSA-HOS-ELD-TECH-395-FAQ55(2017-09-01)-CORR1

 

Question: Section 4.8.1.2 of 49 CFR part 395 subpart B, Appendix A requires that an electronic logging device (ELD) without a printer be designed so that “the display may be reasonably viewed by an authorized safety official without entering the commercial motor vehicle” (CMV). What is considered a “reasonable distance”?

Guidance: This distance is not specified in order to account for the variety in size of screens. The safety official must be able to read the screen display without having to physically enter the CMV.

Contact Info: FMCSA ELD Information, 1-800-832-5660 or ELD@dot.gov.

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Note: This guidance document does not have the force and effect of law and is not meant to bind the public in any way.  It is intended only to provide information and clarity regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies.

Regulatory Topic: ELD Guidance
Effective Date: Friday, September 1, 2017
Issued Date: Friday, September 1, 2017