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34 Hour Restart Examples

Logging Example #29

Day 1

Day 2

Explanation - 34 Hour Restart: In this example, the 34 hour restart has been completed successfully. The driver took 34 consecutive hours off duty from 1:00 a.m. on Day 1 until 11:00 a.m. on Day 2. Not only does this satisfy the 34 hour consecutive break requirement, but it also satisfies the two required break periods between 1:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. At 11:00 a.m. on Day 2, the drivers 34 hour break was completed and his/her 70 hour limit would reset.

Logging Example #30

Day 1

Day 2

Explanation - 34 Hour Restart: This example shows a 34 hour restart which is incomplete. While the driver took a total of 34 hours off duty from 4:00 a.m. on Day 1 until 4:00 p.m. on Day 2 (total of 36 hours off duty) the driver still did not meet the requirements. Two rest periods must be taken between the hours of 1:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. and in this example, only one rest period during those hours were completed (Day 2). This driver is not necessarily in violation of any rules, but he/she still must count back the previous 8 days when calculating the 70 hour limit as the 34 hour break did not reset the 70 hour limit.

Final Thoughts On The Logbook Examples

These 30 logbook examples were meant to be challenging. If you fully understand each example, you'll certainly have a great understanding of how to use HOS regulations to your advantage out on the road. Most drivers, for example, do not fully understand the split sleeper berth provision or even the 8 hour sleeper berth provision. Being armed with this knowledge will help you in your daily trip planning and will help maximize your earnings. If you still don't have a full understanding of each example, you should consider going over the examples you're having trouble with again. Your future earnings potential is at stake!