DTT HGV Driver Hours – EU Regulations

Question 1

What is the maximum daily driving time under EU Regulation 561/2006?

Accepted Answer

9 hours — extendable to 10 hours no more than twice per week

Answer

8 hours with no extension permitted

Answer

10 hours every day

Answer

9 hours with no extension permitted

Question 2

What is the maximum weekly driving time under EU Regulation 561/2006?

Accepted Answer

56 hours in any single week

Answer

60 hours in any single week

Answer

48 hours averaged over 17 weeks

Answer

45 hours per week with no extension

Question 3

After how many hours of continuous driving must a driver take a break?

Accepted Answer

After 4.5 hours of driving — a break of at least 45 minutes is required

Answer

After 5 hours — a 30-minute break is required

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After 6 hours — a 45-minute break is required

Answer

After 4 hours — a 20-minute break is required

Question 4

Can the mandatory 45-minute break after 4.5 hours be split?

Accepted Answer

Yes — it can be split into a first break of at least 15 minutes followed by a second of at least 30 minutes

Answer

No — it must be taken as one continuous 45-minute break

Answer

Yes — it can be split into three equal 15-minute breaks

Answer

Only in double-manned vehicles

Question 5

What is the minimum daily rest period for a truck or bus driver?

Accepted Answer

11 consecutive hours — reducible to 9 hours (reduced rest) no more than 3 times between weekly rests

Answer

8 hours of continuous sleep

Answer

10 hours — no reduction permitted

Answer

9 hours with no extension

Question 6

Can a daily rest be taken in a vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Yes — if the vehicle is stationary and has a suitable sleeping berth

Answer

No — daily rest must always be taken in approved accommodation

Answer

Only in the cab if the journey is less than 500 km

Answer

Yes — but only the reduced 9-hour rest may be taken in the vehicle