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What duty status change events must be included in the ELD output file for submission to FMCSA during an inspection, investigation, or audit?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q084(2023-07-31)

Question: What duty status change events must be included in the ELD output file for submission to FMCSA during an inspection, investigation, or audit?

Guidance: To provide the required RODS for a roadside inspection, investigation, or audit, the ELD output file must contain the driver’s last duty status change event prior to the requested time period. This will ensure the ELD output file establishes the driver’s duty status at the beginning of the requested period.

For a roadside inspection, section 4.9.1 of 49 CFR part 395, subpart B, Appendix A requires the ELD to produce records for the current 24-hour period and the previous 7 consecutive days in electronic format for review. For a safety investigation or an audit, section 4.9.2 of 49 CFR part 395, subpart B, Appendix A requires the ELD to produce records for any time period within at least the past 6 months at the request of an authorized safety official.

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: Monday, July 31, 2023
Issued Date: Monday, July 31, 2023