The Pocket Guide to LGV Drivers' Hours and Tachograph Law
Endorsed By: Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
Guide to law related to tachograph use and drivers' hours. Includes new information on digital tachograph and implementation of Working Time Directive.
Tachograph offences are the most common LGV crimes in England and Wales, closely followed by hours-law offences. The majority of these offences are the result of the unwitting actions of drivers and operators who just don’t understand the law's requirements.
This new edition of the unique and practical guide unravels the complicated law relating to tachograph use and drivers’ hours. Fully endorsed by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, this handy pocket guide identifies:
which rules apply to which drivers;
which exemptions apply and to whom;
which records must be kept and how this should be done;
what effect working time regulations have on the transport industry;
the minimum wage rule;
the basic principles of digital tachographs;
the implementation of the Working Time Directive for road haulage drivers;
the EU’s proposed changes to the existing drivers’ hours law;
new law on the introduction of digital tachographs;
advice to drivers using Smart Cards.
The Guide provides the driver and truck operator with everything they need to know about compliance with the law on these difficult matters.
REVIEWS :“David Lowe has considerable experience of communicating complex
information in a readable and practical style and this guide is no
exception. Suitable for operators and drivers alike, it provides a
concise and easy-to-use quick reference source.”
Logistics and Transport Focus
Paperback, 144 Pages, Dimensions 216 x 135 MM Language English.
EU and AETR drivers' hours;
Fitment and use of tachographs;
Tachographs, recordings and calibration;
British domestic drivers' hours;
Domestic record keeping;
Working time; Drivers' pay and expenses;
Drugs, tiredness and stress;
New-generation digital tachographs
David Lowe is a freelance writer well known in the road transport industry, particularly for his involvement with training for the professional competence examinations. Formerly he was an independent transport consultant and regular contributor to the transport press, and is the author of many transport books including The Transport Manager's and Operator's Handbook, The Dangerous Goods Safety Manual, A Guide to the LGV Driving Licence, Driving Test and Theory Test, The European Bus and Coach Handbook, The European Road Freighting Handbook, and Goods Vehicle Costing and Pricing Handbook.
David's previous experience includes:
Over 50 years' experience in road haulage and own-account transport - at one time as an owner-driver haulier. From British Road Services trainee in 1952 to own-account fleet management in food distribution in 1966.
Staff writer on Commercial Motor from 1968 specialising in transport legislation, operational and management issues.
First edition of the highly successful Transport Manager's Handbook, the so-called transport manager's 'bible', published in 1970.
Freelance writer from 1972, contributing to most UK transport journals and many other publications including the Financial Times, Management Today, Logistics Focus and The Director. Visit David Lowe's website at www.davidlowe.org