Comments By Caroline C.

Has he run out of time on his 14 hour clock when he does this? He may be trying to finish the load without getting a 14 hr violation recorded. If so explain to him he can use any unused on duty time for the day without violating.

Yes, exactly what they're doing! I just spoke with two drivers who were doing this to try and save their clocks, but what my boss (vet driver 20 years) said they need to show at least 30 mins on duty and can opt for off duty OR as you all stated was legal, they can go into their sleeper. I told them the goal is not to run their clocks out but they can't just drop it in PC. We have new policies rolling out, one specific regarding PC use.

Lots of good information in this thread, thanks! New issue...I have a driver noting Loading time under PC...this is clearly a violation but I can't get through to him. Ugh, the nice approach isn't working but I know no other way now than to be rude about it...

Thanks for all of the resources, y'all are great! I am a safety assistant, one task is reviewing all driver logs and oh boy...the different situations that pop up. Also our loads are all primarily over sized, we also have some in the oilfields so its been interesting trying to learn and navigate all of these variables and permit restrictions. It's great though!

Thanks again for the warm welcome :)

I appreciate the feedback. Yes, I have been nose deep reviewing multiple regulations. Currently drafting policies so I am trying to cover a lot of "what ifs" prior to any issuing any of these out. I am not a driver, just new to the industry, my background is industrial manufacturing so OTR is a new arena for me.

G-Town, thanks for the clarification on that. Is this a general rule or only specific to oilfields...I feel like it covers all divisions. Thanks again!

Hi All! I am new to the trucking industry and have seen conflicting views on going under Sleeper Berth as opposed to On Duty while unloading on a customers site.

As a firm believer in regulations, I feel this should be On Duty, but can any one give some insight to this.

This scenario is in the oilfields which from my understanding could just fall under Waiting Time.

Appreciate the help in advance!