Module 12: Chapter 12: CDL Hours of Service Regulations

In this chapter you will focus on hours of service regulations for commercial vehicles.

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Chapter Outline:

• Introduction
• Daily Driving Limits and On-Time Duty
• Breaks and Rest Periods
• Split-Sleeper Berth Option
• Weekly and Bi-Weekly Driving Limits
• Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs)
• Penalties for Violations
• Conclusion

1. Discuss the importance of hours of service regulations: aligns with CLO2, CLO4, CLO7
2. Discuss the importance of driving limits: aligns with CLO2, CLO4, CLO7
3. Identify and discuss the regulations that govern daily, weekly, and bi-weekly driving limits and on-time duty: aligns with CLO2, CLO4, CLO7
4. Explain the importance of breaks and rest periods: aligns with CLO2, CLO4, CLO7
5. Explain the split-sleeper berth option: aligns with CLO2, CLO4, CLO7
6. Expound on the proper use of Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs): aligns with CLO2, CLO4, CLO6, CLO7, CLO13
7. Discuss the penalties for violations of various driving limits: aligns with CLO2, CLO4, CLO7

To achieve these objectives: 

1. Read the Module 12 Introduction
2. Read Chapter 12 in the CDL Textbook
3. Read Section 12 in the Louisiana CDL Manual
4. Read Chapter 6.4 in the FMCSA Regulations
5. Participate in the Module 12 Discussion
6. Complete the Module 12 Assignment
7. Complete the Module 12 Quiz

Note the check boxes to the right that help you track your progress: some are automatic, and some are manual. 

Module Pressbooks Resources and Activities

You will find the following resources and activities in this module at the Pressbooks website. Click on the links below to access or complete each item.