Driver Hours of Service (HOS) Compliance Checklist
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Pre-Trip Inspection & Recordkeeping
Ensuring proper documentation and initial setup before a trip begins.
Trip Start Date
Trip Start Time
Driver Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Vehicle Odometer Reading at Start of Trip
Description of any Pre-Trip Vehicle Defects (if any)
Pre-Trip Inspection Conducted?
Last ELD Certification Date
Notes regarding planned route and anticipated duty hours
Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Functionality & Maintenance
Verifying the ELD system is operational, accurate, and compliant with regulations.
ELD Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Count
ELD Self-Test Result
Last ELD Software Update Date
Notes from Last ELD Software Update
ELD Data Transfer Method
UCR Safety Measurement System (SMS) Score
Proof of ELD Certification
Driving & Rest Requirements
Ensuring adherence to mandated driving time limits and required rest breaks.
Daily Driving Time (Hours)
30-Minute Break Taken (Minutes)
30-Minute Break Taken (Yes/No)
Date of First Driving Duty Hour
Time of First Driving Duty Hour
Date of Last Driving Duty Hour
Time of Last Driving Duty Hour
Cumulative Driving Time (Hours) - For 7/8/30 Day Period
Exempted from 30-Minute Break (Yes/No)
Notes Regarding Rest Breaks or Exemptions
Record of Duty Status (RODS) Accuracy
Focuses on correct and timely RODS entries.
Driving Mode Selected Correctly?
Start Time of Last Duty Status Change
Location (City, State) at Last Duty Status Change
Total Miles Driven (Since Last Status Change)
Notes/Comments Regarding Duty Status Change (e.g., reason for status change)
Was the duty status change accurately recorded in the ELD?
Date of Duty Status Change (if manually verified)
Driver Signature (Confirming Accuracy)
Supporting Documents & Record Retention
Maintaining required supporting documents and records as per regulations.
Daily Logbook (if applicable - paper logs)
Date of Supporting Document
Description of Supporting Document
Mileage Recorded in Document
Document Type (e.g., Fuel Receipt, Toll Tag)
Record Retention Expiration Date
Notes/Comments related to the document
Document Location (Physical or Digital)
Document ID/Reference Number (if applicable)
Driver Training & Awareness
Ensuring drivers receive proper training and are aware of HOS rules and company policies.
Topics Covered in HOS Training (Check all that apply)
Driver's Last HOS Training Date
Number of Hours of HOS Training Received (Typically 2-4 hours)
Summary of Key HOS Concepts Discussed in Training
Driver Certification of HOS Understanding
Copy of Driver's Training Record (Certificate or Completion Document)
Training Delivery Method
Notes from Supervisor Regarding Driver's Performance and Understanding of HOS
Company Policies & Procedures
Reviewing and maintaining company policies aligned with HOS regulations.
HOS Policy Statement
Maximum Consecutive Driving Days Allowed
Company Policy Regarding Driver's Duty Status Corrections
Prohibited Activities During Duty Hours (according to company policy)
Last Policy Review Date
Procedure for Reporting HOS Violations
Method for Driver Communication Regarding Policy Changes
Copy of Current HOS Policy Document
Audit & Reporting
Establishing procedures for periodic audits and generating necessary reports.
Last Audit Date
Number of ELD Logs Reviewed
Summary of Audit Findings
Areas of Non-Compliance Found (Select all that apply)
Corrective Actions Taken (Detailed description)
Date of Corrective Action Implementation
Supporting Documentation for Audit (e.g., Audit reports, logs)
Audit Result
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