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Electronic Logging Devices: DrasticChanges for Bus Pricing andOperations or Business as Usual?ABA Webinar
LOTS OF NEW FEDERAL RULESRulemakings/Notices/Initiatives – Currently Active Entry Level Driver Training – Negotiated RulemakingLease & Interchange – Final RuleBeyond Compliance – both 2015 and 2016 noticesQualification Standard for Diabetes – NPRMFuture Enhancements to the SMS – NoticeParts & Accessories - NPRMElectronic Logging Devices – Final RuleSafety Fitness Determination – NPRMCurbside Bus Operator – NoticeHigh Risk Carrier Definition - NoticeObstructive Sleep Apnea – ANPRMMilitary & CDL Requirements – NPRMAnnual State Inspection Rulemaking – ANPRMDemonstration Program, No Fault Accidents - Notice
ABOUT ACADEMY BUS Founded in 1968 Based in Hoboken, NJ Fleet of over 1200 coaches Offices and Divisions in 10 states – CT, PA, NY, NJ, RI, FL, NC, VA, MD,MA Perform Charter, Commuter, Shuttle, Sightseeing, Casino, Transferand Contract bus services Carry more than 3 million passengers annually
HOURS OF SERVICE Driver Work Hours Have Been Regulated Since the 1930s US DOT Rules Limit Motorcoach Drivers to: 10 hours driving per day. Once the 10 hour driving limit is reached, they must have 8consecutive hours off before driving again. 15 hours of on-duty time (includes non-driving activities). Once the 15 hours of duty time is reached, they must have 8consecutive hours off. Driver may work up to 60 hours in a 7 day period or 70 hours in an 8day period. These duty hours must be documented Exceeding these hours can result in a fine and are unsafe Very few exemptions to these rules
ELECTRONIC LOGGING DEVICES ELDs standardize devices used to monitor andmaintain driver hours of service. ELD vendors must be certified, registered, and listedon a FMCSA website. December 18, 2017 – If not using any type ofdevice, must start using an ELD. December 16, 2019 – If they were already using anELD, they get until this date to bring it intocompliance with new standards.
NO MORE THAN 10 HOURS DRIVINGPER DAY – WATCH YOUR ITINERARY!
OPERATIONAL CONSIDERATIONSREGARDING HOURS OF SERVICE Single or Multi-Day Charters – Review of Itineraries Split tours Second drivers Trip Start/Re-Start Times Stage Drivers Hotel Room Driver Day Rooms Work with Tour Operators to Modify Trips No Extra Duties for Drivers No “Off-the-Books” Activities
BRIEF YOURSELF & PASSENGERS
PASSENGER SAFETY TOOLSSafer Bus AppNational Consumer Complaint Database1-888-DOT-SAFT (368-7238)Safety ComplaintService IssuesADA IssuesFree Download:iTunesGoogle Play
PLAN BEFORE YOU GO!
BUS INDUSTRY SAFETY COUNCILThe BISC is comprised of security, mechanical, safety, operational andmaintenance professionals as well as consultants from all segments ofthe industry.Government agencies represented -DHS, TSA, FTA, FMCSA, NHTSA,DOD, DOLThe group meets regularly to discuss issues, best practices andinnovations in the areas of safety, regulatorycompliance, mechanics, technology and security.Next Meeting is January 15-16, 2017 in Cleveland, OH!
BUS MAINTENANCE & REPAIR COUNCIL Purpose – To raise the level of awareness of the importanceof maintenance for intercity bus and motorcoach operations Designed for mechanics, shop supervisors and othermaintenance personnel Government representation by FMCSA, CVSA, StateEnforcement Meetings – In tandem with BISC, and includes some offsitevisits. Toured operator facilities and manufacturer locations Miller Transportation & Motor Coach Industries Dillon’s Bus Service (Coach USA) & Cummins PowerSystems Next Meeting at Marketplace 2017 – Jan 16-17 inCleveland, OH.
Founded in 1968 Based in Hoboken, NJ Fleet of over 1200 coaches Offices and Divisions in 10 states –CT, PA, NY, NJ, RI, FL, NC, VA, MD,
