Common HOS Violations

About the Training

Most Hours of Service violations come from a short list of recurring mistakes. This training walks through the violations drivers commit most often — failing to log out, exceeding the 11-hour limit, missing the 30-minute break — and the simple habits that prevent each one.

What You'll Learn

  • Identify the most frequently cited HOS violations at roadside
  • Explain why forgetting to log out is a recurring problem
  • Describe how to avoid exceeding the 11-hour driving limit
  • Apply the 30-minute break correctly to prevent a violation

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