What is the responsibility of the carrier and driver pertaining to electronic logging device (ELD) diagnostic events or malfunctions that do not interfere with the accurate recording of hours of service? What would the documentation requirements be in...

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q047(2022-03-10)

Question: What is the responsibility of the carrier and driver pertaining to electronic logging device (ELD) diagnostic events or malfunctions that do not interfere with the accurate recording of hours of service...

When a driver manually enters records into an electronic logging device (ELD) how must the ELD “Event Record Origin” be set?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q046(2022-03-10)

Question: When a driver manually enters records into an electronic logging device (ELD) how must the ELD “Event Record Origin” be set?

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

What is a motor carrier or driver required to do if they use two electronic logging devices (ELDs) that are not interoperable during a 7-day period?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q078(2022-03-10)

Question: What is a motor carrier or driver required to do if they use two electronic logging devices (ELDs) that are not interoperable during a 7-day period?

Guidance: As a minimal requirement, each...

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...

As an electronic logging device (ELD) manufacturer, how can I make sure that my product is compliant?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q044(2022-03-10)

Question: As an electronic logging device (ELD) manufacturer, how can I make sure that my product is compliant?

Guidance: You should review the technical specifications included in 49 CFR part 395,...

If a driver sets the duty status to On-Duty Not Driving and indicates a yard move, does the driver’s duty status have to remain On-Duty Not Driving until the driver manually indicates the end of that driving status?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q077(2022-03-10)

Question: If a driver sets the duty status to On-Duty Not Driving and indicates a yard move, does the driver’s duty status have to remain On-Duty Not Driving until the driver manually indicates the end of that...

Are Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carriers that operate in the United States (U.S.) eligible to use the exemptions for “covered farm vehicles” under 49 CFR 395.1(s), as defined in § 390.5, including the exemption from the hours of service rules and...

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q043(2022-03-10)

Question: Are Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carriers that operate in the United States (U.S.) eligible to use the exemptions for “covered farm vehicles” under 49 CFR 395.1(s), as defined...

Is the ELD required to automatically change duty status from Sleeper Berth to Driving upon sensing movement?

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q076(2022-03-10)

Question: Is the ELD required to automatically change duty status from Sleeper Berth to Driving upon sensing movement?

Guidance: The ELD is required to automatically change a driver’s duty status to...

Can a Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carrier qualify for the hours of service exemption for agricultural operations in 49 CFR 395.1(k) while delivering an agricultural commodity in the United States (U.S.) if the motor carrier picks up the commodity...

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q042(2022-03-10)

Question: Can a Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carrier qualify for the hours of service exemption for agricultural operations in 49 CFR 395.1(k) while delivering an agricultural commodity in the United States (U.S...

Can a Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carrier qualify for the hours of service exemption for agricultural operations in 49 CFR 395.1(k) while delivering an agricultural commodity in the United States (U.S.) if the motor carrier picks up the commodity ...

FMCSA-ELD-395-Q041(2022-03-10)

Question: Can a Canada/Mexico domiciled motor carrier qualify for the hours of service exemption for agricultural operations in 49 CFR 395.1(k) while delivering an agricultural commodity...