If you are creating an application (app) to be used on a smartphone or tablet, do you have to verify and list all the devices that the app works on?

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-FAQ90(2017-09-01)-CORR1

Question: If you are creating...

Must a provider self-certify electronic logging device (ELD) software and compatible devices, i.e., smartphone, tablet?

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-FAQ89(2017-09-01)-CORR1

Question: Must a provider self-certify electronic logging device (ELD)...

Will electronic logging device (ELD) providers be able to provide an updated public key in the event of a security breach?

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-FAQ88(2017-09-01)-CORR1

Question: Will electronic...

Can the required electronic logging device (ELD) user manual be in digital format?

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-FAQ86(2017-09-01)-CORR1

Question: Can the required electronic...

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...

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?

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...

If an employee performs safety-sensitive functions for two different employers, is the employee subject to each of the employer’s DOT drug and alcohol testing programs.

Provides guidance for employers working for two DOT covered employers.

If an employee performs safety-sensitive functions for two different employers, is the employee subject to each of the employer’s DOT drug and alcohol testing programs.

Yes, ...

For ELD Event Annotations or Comments records in sections 4.8.2.1.5 (ELD Data File) of 49 CFR part 395, subpart B, Appendix A, what do the <{Event} Date> and <{Event} Time> refer to?

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-FAQ75(2017-09-01)-CORR1

Question: For ELD Event Annotations or Comments records...