Https://cms.fmcsa.dot.gov/sites/fmcsa.dot.gov/files/docs/2014_HOS_Logbook_Examples_508.pdf
I sure it will get easier to understand once in school 
A written or electronic record of a driver's duty status which must be maintained at all times. The driver records the amount of time spent driving, on-duty not driving, in the sleeper berth, or off duty. The enforcement of the Hours Of Service Rules (HOS) are based upon the entries put in a driver's logbook.
The CSA is a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) initiative to improve large truck and bus safety and ultimately reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities that are related to commercial motor vehicle
The FMCSA was established within the Department of Transportation on January 1, 2000. Their primary mission is to prevent commercial motor vehicle-related fatalities and injuries.
What Does The FMCSA Do?
A department of the federal executive branch responsible for the national highways and for railroad and airline safety. It also manages Amtrak, the national railroad system, and the Coast Guard.
State and Federal DOT Officers are responsible for commercial vehicle enforcement. "The truck police" you could call them.
Guys, I wouldn't worry about this too much. You'll learn some of this while you're with your trainer and the rest you'll learn out on the road. You'll master the ways of maximizing driving time to maximize profits with time. Trying to figure this out without actually doing it yourself is a challenge. But believe me, there are a million other things more important that should be on your mind instead.
Kevins post cracked me up. I know the feeling. You're right Daniel, there are, in fact, plenty of other things to concentrate on. I think with what has been posted I have enough of a handle on it to make a good beginning. Thanks Gents.
Happy dog how you like that school up there? I went to a place in tampa that was a joke. Career tech. But i got my lisc and a job so we will see. I ran with an o/o for a few years back in the day. I loved it. So im back behind the wheel. More blogs to come. Good luck driver!
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