How many hours can a truck driver drive in one day?

How many hours can a truck driver drive in one day?

If a driver is starting and ending at the same location for a one day assignment, then the driver may work 16 hours. The actually driving time, though, is still limited to 11 hours. If there is a lay-over, then this exception cannot be used.

How long can a truck driver drive in bad weather?

Bad weather can slow a truck down, so this can also cause an exception to be allowed. If road conditions are bad, a driver can take up to two extra driving hours during his or her duty period. The 14-hour duty period limit, though, still stands.

How often can a truck driver take a break?

This can only be used once in a period and requires a 34 hour break before it can be used again. Bad weather can slow a truck down, so this can also cause an exception to be allowed. If road conditions are bad, a driver can take up to two extra driving hours during his or her duty period.

Can a truck driver stop for 10 hours off duty?

If weather conditions will not safely allow a driver to pull over at a hotel or rest stop and stop for 10 hours off-duty, then the driver may extend their drive time up to two hours.

16-Hour Exception The 16-hour exception is designed to be used for 1-day work schedules, where the driver begins and ends at the same terminal. Drive time may not exceed 11 hours. A driver can not use both the 16-hour exception and the Adverse Driving Conditions exception together.

What happens if you drive past 16 hours of service?

A driver that has used the 16-hour exception may not use it again until they have had a 34-hour reset. Drivers may not drive past the 16th hour when coming on-duty. Drivers may be placed on shut down (at roadside) until they have accumulated enough off-duty time to be back in compliance. State and local law enforcement officials may assess fines.

Can a truck driver work 16 hours in bad weather?

This exception does not mean a driver can work longer because of bad weather. If a driver can safely stop and layover within an 11-hour drive time, they are required to do so, provided they cannot make it back to their home terminal within 14 hours (or under the 16-hour exception) if available.

How often do truck drivers have to take a break?

Drivers must take a mandatory 30-minute break by their eighth hour of coming on duty. The 14-hour duty period may not be extended with off-duty time for breaks, meals, fuel stops, etc. Drivers can restart the 7-day period once every 168-hour work week.