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Mandated Electronic Log Books

According to the FMCSA, "Carriers must evaluate and select ELDs, and ensure they are installed and drivers and administrative staff are trained to use them by the deadline that applies (December 16, 2019 for carriers using AOBRDs or December 18, 2017) for those using paper logs or logging software.

Drivers must understand and be able to use ELDs by the required deadline, including how to annotate and edit RODS, certify RODS, and collect required supporting documents. You will also need to know how to display and transfer data to safety officials when requested."

Exceptions to the Electronic Log Mandate

As put forth by the FMCSA, "Drivers who use the timecard exception are not required to keep records of duty status (RODS) or use ELDs. Additionally, the following drivers are not required to use ELDs; however, they are still bound by the RODS requirements in 49 CFR 395 and must prepare logs on paper, using an Automatic On-Board Recording Device (AOBRD), or with a logging software program when required:

    -Drivers who use paper RODS for not more than 8 days out of every 30-day period.

    -Drivers of vehicles manufactured before 2000.

    -Drivers who are required to keep RODS not more than 8 days within any 30-day period.

    -Drivers who conduct drive-away-tow-away operations, where the vehicle being driven is the commodity being delivered, or the vehicle being transported is a motor home or a recreation vehicle trailer with one or more sets of wheels on the surface of the roadway.

    -Drivers of vehicles manufactured before the model year 2000. (As reflected on the vehicle registration)"