Course details
Hours of Service: A Driver's Guide (USA)
This online course helps drivers understand US Hours of Service regulations and recordkeeping requirements.
Course Overview
As the driver of a commercial motor vehicle, you log a lot of miles on the road under a variety of conditions. However, after many hours of driving, fatigue sets in, which can lead to bad decisions and, in some cases, accidents.
For this reason, the US Department of Transportation has establishedspecific regulations regarding a driver's hours of service, as well asthe driver's "record of duty status," commonly known as "the driver'sdaily log."
Hours of Service regulations are based on the premise that if you drive too long, you get tired... and dangerous. No one wants tired drivers on the road.
Topics Covered
- US Hours of Service regulations
- The 11 hour rule
- The 14 hour rule
- The 60/70 Hours of Service rule
- Duty status record
- How to complete a daily log book
- How to complete the monthly summary sheet
- What must be done with copies of your daily logs and monthly summaries
This course takes approximately 90 minutes to complete
A passing grade of 80% or higher required. Up to 3 attempts are provided.
A certificate will be provided upon the successful completion of this course
