What is the ELD rule?

The ELD rule: Requires ELD use by commercial drivers who are required to prepare hours-of-service (HOS) records of duty status (RODS). Sets ELD performance and design standards, and requires ELDs to be certified and registered with FMCSA. The rule also provides recourse for drivers who believe they have been harassed.

What are the new ELD laws?

In 2017, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) kicked-off the new ELD mandate. The mandate stipulates that by December 16, 2019, all commercial motor carriers must have an electronic logging device. The device tracks hours of service.

What year is the cut off for ELD?

The final deadline for compliance with the ELD mandate was December 16, 2019.

Who is exempt from ELD rule?

1. The vehicles engine age will determine its exemption status. Vehicles manufactured prior to the year 2000 are exempt from the ELD rule. Also, engines with plates or documentation predating model year 2000 are also exempt, even if the vehicle itself is newer.

When did the final ELD rule come out?

The Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate is the common name for a comprehensive final rule published by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) on December 16, 2015, in the Federal Register.

What are the key requirements of the ELD rule?

What are the key requirements of the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) rule? A1. The ELD rule: Requires ELD use by commercial drivers who are required to prepare hours-of-service (HOS) records of duty status (RODS). Sets ELD performance and design standards, and requires ELDs to be certified and registered with FMCSA.

Is the ELD final rule the same for FMCSA?

The ELD final rule does not change any of the basic hours-of-service rules or exceptions. For more information regarding hours-of-service, visit FMCSA’s Hours of Service page.

What is the ELD rule for CMV’s?

A portable ELD must be mounted in a fixed position during commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operation (CMV) and visible to the driver from a normal seated driving position. This information can be found in the ELD Rule section 395.22 (g). Q8. How long must a motor carrier retain electronic logging device (ELD) record of duty status (RODS) data?