Ele lectronic Logging Devices: Drastic Changes for Bus Pricing and Operations or Business as Usual? ABA Webinar
LOTS OF NEW FEDERAL RULES Ru Rulemakings/Notices/Initiatives – Curr rrently Act ctive Entry Level Driver Training – Negotiated Rulemaking Lease & Interchange – Final Rule Beyond Compliance – both 2015 and 2016 notices Qualification Standard for Diabetes – NPRM Future Enhancements to the SMS – Notice Parts & Accessories - NPRM Electronic Logging Devices – Final Rule Safety Fitness Determination – NPRM Curbside Bus Operator – Notice High Risk Carrier Definition - Notice Obstructive Sleep Apnea – ANPRM Military & CDL Requirements – NPRM Annual State Inspection Rulemaking – ANPRM Demonstration 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, Transfer and 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 8 consecutive 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 8 consecutive hours off. Driver may work up to 60 hours in a 7 day period or 70 hours in an 8 day period. These duty hours must be documented Exceeding these hours can result in a fine and are unsafe Very few exemptions to these rules
EL ELEC ECTR TRONIC ONIC LOGG OGGING ING DE DEVICE VICES • ELDs standardize devices used to monitor and maintain driver hours of service. • ELD vendors must be certified, registered, and listed on a FMCSA website. • December 18, 2017 – If not using any type of device, must start using an ELD. • December 16, 2019 – If they were already using an ELD, they get until this date to bring it into compliance with new standards.
NO NO MORE MORE THA THAN N 10 10 HOU HOURS RS DRIVING DRIVING PER PER DAY Y – WA WATCH CH YOUR OUR ITI ITINERAR NERARY! Y!
OPE OPERA RATIO TIONAL AL CON CONSIDERA SIDERATION IONS REGARDING HOURS REGARDING HOURS OF OF SER SERVICE VICE • 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
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BUS INDUSTRY SAFETY COUNCIL The BISC is comprised of security, mechanical, safety, operational and maintenance professionals as well as consultants from all segments of the industry. Government agencies represented -DHS, TSA, FTA, FMCSA, NHTSA, DOD, DOL The group meets regularly to discuss issues, best practices and innovations in the areas of safety, regulatory compliance, 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 importance of maintenance for intercity bus and motorcoach operations Designed for mechanics, shop supervisors and other maintenance personnel Government representation by FMCSA, CVSA, State Enforcement Meetings – In tandem with BISC, and includes some offsite visits. Toured operator facilities and manufacturer locations Miller Transportation & Motor Coach Industries Dillon’s Bus Service (Coach USA) & Cummins Power Systems Next Meeting at Marketplace 2017 – Jan 16-17 in Cleveland, OH.
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