Are there exceptions to the 14-hour rule?

Yes, there are exceptions to the 14-hour rule that provide flexibility in certain situations:

• Adverse Driving Conditions: Drivers can extend their driving limit by up to 2 hours when encountering unexpected weather, traffic, or road closures.

• Split Sleeper Berth Rule: Drivers can split their required 10-hour off-duty period into two segments (e.g., 7 hours + 3 hours or 8 hours + 2 hours), extending the 14-hour window.

• 16-Hour Short-Haul Exception: Drivers operating within a 150 air-mile radius and returning to the same starting location can extend their workday to 16 hours once per 7-day period.

These exceptions allow drivers to adapt to unforeseen circumstances while maintaining compliance.