ELD FAQ 85: Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service – Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions: Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service – Technical Specifications

The purpose of the field is to confirm that a specific file came from...

ELD FAQ 84: Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service – Technical Specifications

ELD Guidance

Frequently Asked Questions: Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service – Technical Specifications

After the initial self-certification, providers...

ELD FAQ 83:Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service – Technical Specifications

NOTE: This guidance was rescinded on March 10, 2022, and is no longer in effect.  Please see revised guidance FMCSA-HOS-ELD-TECH-395-FAQ83(2022-03-10).

FMCSA-HOS-ELD-TECH-395-FAQ83

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Can an electronic logging device (ELD) connect to the electronic control module (ECM) in a manner that relies on internet, Bluetooth® or another method of connectivity?

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-FAQ82(2017-09-01)-CORR1

Question: Can an electronic logging device (ELD) connect to the...

What if there is no internet connectivity to perform telematics data transfer between the electronic logging device (ELD) and the safety official?

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-FAQ81(2017-09-01)-CORR1

Question: What if there is no internet...

Are cross members of CMVs considered part of the frame?

Section § 393.201: Frames.

Question 1: Are cross members of CMVs considered part of the frame?

Guidance: Yes.

Is the electronic logging device (ELD) required to encrypt files during a USB electronic data transfer?

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-FAQ80(2017-09-01)-CORR1

Question: Is the electronic...

Multiple Locations and Random Testing: Can an employer make random drug and alcohol testing selections by terminal if the company has multiple locations?

Guidance on how to handle the random testing of employees in different locations or terminals

Multiple Locations and Random Testing: Can an employer make random drug and alcohol testing selections by terminal if the company has multiple locations?

A tractor loader-backhoe weighing over 10,000 pounds is being transported on a trailer.

Section § 393.130: What are the rules for securing heavy vehicles, equipment and machinery?

Question 3: A tractor loader-backhoe weighing over 10,000 pounds is being transported on a trailer. The loader and backhoe accessories are each equipped with locking devices...

Why is there a reference to the internet in Bluetooth® transfer when it is part of the local transfer option?

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-FAQ79(2017-09-01)-CORR1

Question: Why is there a reference to the...