Truck drivers must follow DOT rules, including keeping daily records of their hours of duty. Registry software can help track hours, calculate violations, and monitor expenses for both individual drivers and businesses.
The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) has a maze of rules and regulations that truck drivers must follow, including keeping daily records of their hours of duty. Within each log is a record of time spent actually driving, time spent ‘on duty’, not driving, and time spent at rest or off duty. Even when a driver is stationary, for example when he is waiting to be loaded or unloaded, the driver must record that time as being on duty. Registry software can help.
If a trucker exceeds the allotted number of hours, the driver can be cited for a violation. This can result in fines or points against your trucker’s license, and it’s sometimes difficult to keep up with the various requirements. DOT rules change frequently and drivers must keep up with the changes, so some programs can be easily updated to include changes to DOT regulations. This is one of the best features of some registry software programs.
The log software is especially useful for the OTR, or over the road trucker. OTR trucking, as opposed to local or regional routes, can easily lead to violations. Truck drivers need to keep impeccable records and this can be difficult to do when traveling across different time zones within days or even hours. Registry software does the job for the driver.
Truckers should look for programs that not only update DOT rules but also calculate hours on duty and hours remaining. Look for a logging software program that allows you to enter trip information, measure average MPH, and one that makes a note of potential violations in advance. Check out the options for ‘best routes’, maps and the ability to print reports such as fuel and maintenance expenses.
These reports can help you track your logs for up to six months. For the owner operator, reports can also make it easier to see how much money is going in and out. With the log software, you’ll be able to track fuel, tolls, maintenance, and other operating expenses so you can quickly determine your profit per trip or your annual profit.
Registry software is also available for businesses that employ more than one driver. Businesses can easily track mileage, hours of service, average MPH and any violations. If your trucking company is verified, this information will be at your fingertips and you will be able to print up to six months worth of records.
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