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In Section 4.6.1.7, the rule requires that “an ELD must verify [data transfer] functionality every seven days.” What does this mean?
In Section 4.6.1.7, the rule requires that “an ELD must verify [data transfer] functionality every seven days.” What does this mean?The ELD must verify that it continues to transfer data using the methods it is designed to support. This verification must happen every...
When creating an ELD file as specified in Section 4.9.2, when a field specifies activities on a per‐CMV basis (such as engine power‐up and shut‐down activities), which records should be included?
When creating an ELD file as specified in Section 4.9.2, when a field specifies activities on a per‐CMV basis (such as engine power‐up and shut‐down activities), which records should be included?The ELD file referenced in Section 4.9.2 is specific to the file that the...
When does the pre-2000 model year exception apply?
NOTE: This guidance reflects minor correction(s) (e.g., for grammar, typographical errors, or consistency) made on March 10, 2022.
FMCSA-HOS-ELD-395-FAQ020(2018-09-19)-CORR1
Question: When does the pre-2000 model year...
ELD FAQ19: Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service
Frequently Asked Questions --Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service – 8 day exemption supporting documentation
Question 19: What information may be requested to support the exemption for drivers not required to use records of duty status (RODS) more than 8 days in any 30-day...
When an existing record becomes inactive and its replacement record becomes active or inactive‐ change‐requested, is it acceptable that the replacement record has the same sequence ID as the record it replaces?
When an existing record becomes inactive and its replacement record becomes active or inactive‐ change‐requested, is it acceptable that the replacement record has the same sequence ID as the record it replaces?No, the replacement record must have its own sequence ID...
What time periods can be used to determine the 8 days in any 30-day period?
NOTE: This guidance reflects minor correction(s) (e.g., for grammar, typographical errors, or consistency) made on March 10, 2022.
FMCSA-HOS-ELD-395-FAQ018(2017-03-22)-CORR1
Question: What time periods can be used to...
In a portable device platform, should the event identifier sequence number be associated with the portable device or the vehicle’s black box?
In a portable device platform, should the event identifier sequence number be associated with the portable device or the vehicle’s black box?The ELD Rule requires that the event identifier sequence number be consistently applied. It does not specify if the event...
ELD FAQ17: Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service
Frequently Asked Questions: Electronic Logging Devices and Hours of Service --Exemptions
Question 17: Who is exempt from the ELD rule?
Guidance: Drivers who use the short-haul, timecard exceptions are not required to keep records of duty status (RODS) or use ELDs....
Would server‐based events (e.g., edits and assignment of unassigned events) generate a different sequence ID than that generated by the ELD?
Would server‐based events (e.g., edits and assignment of unassigned events) generate a different sequence ID than that generated by the ELD?The sequence ID must be continuous to its source device. In an ELD support system, that system may have its own sequence ID...