LGV Drivers Hours

Question 1

Under GB domestic drivers' hours rules, what is the maximum daily driving time?

Accepted Answer

10 hours

Answer

Under GB domestic rules, the maximum daily driving time is 10 hours. This differs from the EU rules (9 hours, extendable to 10 twice a week). GB domestic rules apply to vehicles exempt from EU rules, such as those operating within a 50km radius.

Question 2

What is the daily duty time limit under GB domestic drivers' hours rules?

Accepted Answer

No specific daily duty limit applies

Answer

Under GB domestic rules, there is no specific daily duty time limit. However, drivers must not work more than 11 hours in a day and must take a daily rest period. The Working Time Directive also limits average weekly working time to 48 hours.

Question 3

Which vehicles are subject to EU drivers' hours rules in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes GVW used for carriage of goods, and vehicles carrying more than 9 passengers

Answer

EU drivers' hours rules (retained in UK law) apply to vehicles over 3.5 tonnes GVW used for the carriage of goods and vehicles designed to carry more than 9 passengers (including the driver). Some exemptions exist for specific vehicle types and operations.

Question 4

How can the 45-minute break after 4.5 hours of driving be split under EU rules?

Accepted Answer

Into two breaks: the first at least 15 minutes, the second at least 30 minutes, in that order

Answer

The 45-minute break can be split into two periods: the first break must be at least 15 minutes and the second at least 30 minutes. They must be taken in this order (shorter first, longer second). No other split pattern is permitted.

Question 5

What happens if a driver takes a reduced weekly rest period?

Accepted Answer

The reduction must be compensated by an equivalent rest attached to another rest of at least 9 hours within the following 3 weeks

Answer

A reduced weekly rest (minimum 24 hours instead of 45 hours) is permitted every other week. However, the reduction (the difference between 45 hours and the actual rest taken) must be compensated en bloc and attached to a rest period of at least 9 hours within the following three weeks.

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