THE REVISED HOURS-OF-SERVICE REGULATIONS
08/26/2005

Effective October 1, 2005, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations 49 CFR, Part 395 Hours-of-Service change.

These new rules provide an increased opportunity for drivers to obtain necessary rest and restorative sleep, while recognizing the business needs of drivers and motor carriers.

These regulations only apply to property carriers and commercial motor vehicle drivers. Passenger carriers and their drivers will continue operating under the pre-2003 rules while fatigue issues specific to the passenger carrier industry are assessed.

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