A record used by commercial motor vehicle operators to document their driving activities and duty status for each 24-hour period. This documentation includes time spent driving, on duty but not driving, sleeping in a sleeper berth, and off duty. For instance, a truck driver completing an interstate haul utilizes this record to demonstrate compliance with hours-of-service regulations.
Maintaining an accurate and compliant record is crucial for ensuring driver safety, preventing fatigue-related accidents, and adhering to federal regulations. Its implementation stems from the need to monitor driver work hours, reducing the risk of overwork and promoting public safety on roadways. Historically, these were paper-based, but electronic logging devices are now widely used to automate the process.
