When a driver edits an existing electronic logging device (ELD) record, how must the ELD “Event Record Origin” be set?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q045(2022-03-10)

Question: When a driver edits an existing electronic logging device (ELD) record, how must the ELD “Event Record Origin” be set?

Guidance: The ELD must set the “Event Record Origin” of the ELD record to...

When should a driver use paper logs or electronic logging software if an electronic logging device (ELD) malfunction occurs?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q039(2022-03-10)

Question: When should a driver use paper logs or electronic logging software if an electronic logging device (ELD) malfunction occurs?

Guidance: A driver should only use paper logs, electronic logging...

Can a mobile app and the vehicle engine communicate over a cellular network?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q034(2022-03-10)

Question: Can a mobile app and the vehicle engine communicate over a cellular network?

Guidance: The ELD rule does not prohibit this type of communication. However, manufacturers should keep in mind that...

Would server-based events (e.g., edits and assignment of unassigned events) generate a different sequence ID than that generated by the electronic logging device (ELD)?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q061(2022-03-10)

Question: Would server-based events (e.g., edits and assignment of unassigned events) generate a different sequence ID than that generated by the electronic logging device (ELD)?

Guidance: The sequence...

How will the ELD display screen or printout reflect special driving categories; yard moves and personal conveyance?

ELD guidance

Frequently Asked Questions:  Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service: ELD Display for Yard Moves and Personal Conveyance

Question 11: How will the ELD display screen or printout reflect special driving categories; yard moves and personal...

Can an electronic logging device (ELD) be on a smartphone or other wireless device?

NOTE: This guidance was rescinded as unnecessary on March 10, 2022, because the information contained therein was readily available in existing guidance. See FMCSA-ELD-395-Q029(2022-03-10).

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q06

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Is personal conveyance treated any differently when the driver is hauling hazardous materials?

Question 3: Is personal conveyance treated any differently when the driver is hauling hazardous materials? Guidance: No. There is no restriction on personal conveyance regarding hazardous materials transportation, provided that the driver complies with provisions of 49 CFR parts 177 and...

May a driver, who drops his or her last load at a receiver’s facility use personal conveyance to return to their normal work location (i.e. home or terminal?)

Question 1: May a driver, who drops his or her last load at a receiver’s facility use personal conveyance to return to their normal work location (i.e. home or terminal?)  Guidance: No. Returning home or to the terminal from a dispatched trip is a continuation of the trip, and therefore...

Hours of Service of Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles; Regulatory Guidance for Oilfield Exception.

Oilfield operations exceptions from Hours of Service requirements

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Hours of Service of Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles; Regulatory Guidance for Oilfield Exception.

78 FR 48817 (August 12, 2013)

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Hours of Service for Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers; Regulatory Guidance Concerning Off-Duty Time.

Recording Off-duty status as part of HOS compliance

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Hours of Service for Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers; Regulatory Guidance Concerning Off-Duty Time.

78 FR 41852 (July 12, 2013)

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