What is the 60/70-hour rule?

The 60/70-hour rule regulates the total number of on-duty hours a driver can accumulate over a set period.

• 60-hour limit: Drivers may not exceed 60 hours of on-duty time in 7 consecutive days for carriers operating 6 days per week.

• 70-hour limit: Drivers may not exceed 70 hours in 8 consecutive days for carriers operating 7 days per week.

Resetting the Limit:

• Drivers can reset their 60/70-hour clock by taking a 34-hour restart.

This rule ensures that drivers do not work excessively long hours over multiple days, reducing cumulative fatigue.