Hours of Service: Agriculture Exception (CMV Driver Training)
In this course, students will learn about the exemptions for drivers transporting agricultural commodities. The Agricultural Operations exception, also referred to as the Ag exception, applies to drivers transporting agricultural commodities within 150 air miles of the source, but only during harvest and planting seasons.
Who should take this course? Any CMV driver or CDL holder
What industry does this course apply to? Transportation or Trucking Industry
Time to Complete this Course: 15 minutes
Key Takeaways:
- Understand the Purpose of HOS Rules: Learn why Hours-of-Service regulations exist and how they promote safety.
- Know What Qualifies as an Agricultural Commodity: Identify which goods and products fall under this exemption.
- Learn About the Ag Exception: Understand the specifics of the Agricultural Operations exemption, including its application within 150 air miles during planting and harvest seasons.
- Recognize ELD Exemption: Discover how this exemption affects Electronic Logging Device (ELD) requirements for eligible drivers.
- Explore Common Scenarios: Review practical examples to see when and how the Ag exemption applies in real-world situations.
$25.00
Description
In this course, students will learn about the exemptions for drivers transporting agricultural commodities. The Agricultural Operations exception, also referred to as the Ag exception, applies to drivers transporting agricultural commodities within 150 air miles of the source, but only during harvest and planting seasons.
These drivers are exempt from the hours-of-service requirements, which in turn exempts them from ELD requirements, as to Part 395.2.
Topics Include:
- Purpose of HOS
- What is an Agricultural Commodity?
- Common Scenarios
