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Section 4.8.1.3 of 49 CFR part 395, subpart B, Appendix A indicates that location needs to be displayed for login/logout events. However, section 4.5.1.5 lists required data elements for login/logout events and does not indicate that latitude and...

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-FAQ59(2017-09-01)-CORR1

Question: Section 4.8.1.3 of 49 CFR part 395, subpart B, Appendix A indicates that location needs to be displayed for login/logout events. However, section 4.5.1.5 lists required data elements for login/logout events and does not indicate that latitude and longitude need to be recorded. Which is accurate?

Answer: Section 4.5.1.5  of Appendix A is correct, location is not required for display of login/logout events, and it is not included in the data file.

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