{"id":19710,"date":"2017-12-12T09:00:59","date_gmt":"2017-12-12T14:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/?p=19710"},"modified":"2024-12-27T22:03:48","modified_gmt":"2024-12-28T03:03:48","slug":"dot-hos-drivers-elds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/dot-hos-drivers-elds\/","title":{"rendered":"DOT HOS Regulations | A Driver\u2019s Intro Guide to ELDs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Across the country, many drivers are starting to electronically record their DOT HOS logs. Since a lot of drivers are used to paper logs, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/affordable-hours-of-service-plans-easier-switch-e-logs\/\">switching to ELDs<\/a> is a big change.<\/p>\n<p>In fact, one common concern is teaching drivers how to use ELDs. \u201cA lot of our drivers don\u2019t even have phones and other drivers still use flip phones,\u201d said a concerned fleet manager. \u201cHow are we going to get drivers to learn these new gadgets?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, DOT <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/hos-made-easy-hos-compliance-solution\/\">HOS compliance<\/a> does not have to be complicated. In this guide, we&#8217;ll cover:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What devices will drivers use to record their DOT HOS logs?<\/li>\n<li>How do drivers use such devices?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What devices are needed to record and display DOT HOS logs?<\/h3>\n<p>Drivers need a device that is compliant with the FMCSA rules. In most systems, this involves a plug-in device and a screen to display the data.<\/p>\n<p>For example, GoFleet supplies Geotab units. These units are compliant with ELD rules and records DOT truck driving hours. Drivers can then use a compatible smartphone, tablet, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/video\/dispatching-hours-of-service-with-garmin\/\">Garmin<\/a> to display their hours.<\/p>\n<h3>How do drivers use ELD devices?<\/h3>\n<p><iframe title=\"Geotab Drive | How To Guide for Hours of Service (HOS)\" width=\"599\" height=\"337\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1z4yTtMyKg0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/product\/geotab-drive-hos-dvir-solution\/\">ELDs<\/a> are easy-to-use &#8211; even for people who are new to the tech!<\/p>\n<p>Here are a few steps:<\/p>\n<p><strong>1 &#8211; Start the application.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Drivers can download the Geotab Drive app on a personal device. After downloading the app, drivers log in with their username and password.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-19894 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1-Accessing-log.png\" alt=\"Geotab Drive app\" width=\"532\" height=\"276\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1-Accessing-log.png 532w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1-Accessing-log-300x156.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1-Accessing-log-390x202.png 390w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1-Accessing-log-252x131.png 252w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1-Accessing-log-33x17.png 33w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1-Accessing-log-405x210.png 405w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1-Accessing-log-84x44.png 84w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 532px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>2 &#8211; Syncing vehicle data.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After logging in, the app will automatically sync driving data from the Geotab unit. Then, drivers can select their vehicle and claim their log entries.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-19896 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/2-Selecting-vehicle.png\" alt=\"syncing vehicle data geotab \" width=\"846\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/2-Selecting-vehicle.png 846w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/2-Selecting-vehicle-300x154.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/2-Selecting-vehicle-768x393.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/2-Selecting-vehicle-762x390.png 762w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/2-Selecting-vehicle-708x362.png 708w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/2-Selecting-vehicle-390x200.png 390w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/2-Selecting-vehicle-840x430.png 840w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/2-Selecting-vehicle-600x307.png 600w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/2-Selecting-vehicle-252x129.png 252w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/2-Selecting-vehicle-33x17.png 33w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/2-Selecting-vehicle-405x207.png 405w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/2-Selecting-vehicle-84x43.png 84w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 846px) 100vw, 846px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>3 &#8211; Completing DVIRs.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After claiming their logs, drivers can electronically fill in their DVIRs. Instead of having to work on paper, drivers can use the app to fill in a DVIR form. Drivers can also review previous inspections.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-19897 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/3-DVIR.png\" alt=\"Completing DVIRs\" width=\"846\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/3-DVIR.png 846w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/3-DVIR-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/3-DVIR-768x389.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/3-DVIR-762x386.png 762w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/3-DVIR-708x358.png 708w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/3-DVIR-390x197.png 390w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/3-DVIR-840x425.png 840w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/3-DVIR-600x304.png 600w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/3-DVIR-252x127.png 252w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/3-DVIR-33x17.png 33w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/3-DVIR-405x205.png 405w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/3-DVIR-84x42.png 84w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 846px) 100vw, 846px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>4 &#8211; Using the HOS display.<\/strong><br \/>\nDrivers can select the \u201cHOS\u201d button to view their hours. This handy screen shows how many hours drivers have left and their current status.<\/p>\n<p>The device automatically switches to \u201cDriving\u201d when the truck is moving and switches to \u201cOn Duty\u201d if the truck is stopped for 5 consecutive minutes. Otherwise, drivers can select \u201cOff\u201d if they are taking a break.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-19898 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/4-HOS-display.png\" alt=\" Using the HOS display\" width=\"839\" height=\"429\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/4-HOS-display.png 839w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/4-HOS-display-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/4-HOS-display-768x393.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/4-HOS-display-762x390.png 762w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/4-HOS-display-708x362.png 708w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/4-HOS-display-390x199.png 390w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/4-HOS-display-600x307.png 600w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/4-HOS-display-252x129.png 252w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/4-HOS-display-33x17.png 33w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/4-HOS-display-405x207.png 405w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/4-HOS-display-84x43.png 84w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 839px) 100vw, 839px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>5 &#8211; Verifying and summarizing logs.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Drivers can also verify and summarize their logs. Under the \u201cGraphs\u201d page, drivers can see a history of verified and edited logs.<\/p>\n<p>If drivers need to show their logs for a roadside inspection, drivers can quickly create a report. The app would then generate logs over the past few days.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-19899 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/5-ELD-Report.png\" alt=\"eld report\" width=\"849\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/5-ELD-Report.png 849w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/5-ELD-Report-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/5-ELD-Report-768x393.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/5-ELD-Report-762x390.png 762w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/5-ELD-Report-708x362.png 708w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/5-ELD-Report-390x199.png 390w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/5-ELD-Report-840x429.png 840w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/5-ELD-Report-600x307.png 600w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/5-ELD-Report-252x129.png 252w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/5-ELD-Report-33x17.png 33w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/5-ELD-Report-405x207.png 405w, https:\/\/www.gofleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/5-ELD-Report-84x43.png 84w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 849px) 100vw, 849px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Need training with Geotab Drive? Simply <a href=\"https:\/\/community.geotab.com\/s\/article\/How-To-Request-Training-through-MyGeotab?language=en_US\">schedule a training session<\/a> with our support team!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Across the country, many drivers are starting to electronically record their DOT HOS logs. Since a lot of drivers are used to paper logs, switching to ELDs is a big change. 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