Drivers' Hours & Tachograph Compliance
My expert guidance in mastering the complexities of driver and working time regulations to ensure your operation is legal, safe, and efficient.
From Data Overload to Compliant Control
Managing drivers' hours is one of the most challenging and high-risk areas of transport compliance. The rules are intricate, and the consequences of getting it wrong—from fixed penalties to driver suspensions and even action against your O-Licence—are severe.
I help you move from raw data to actionable intelligence. I assess your operation and recommend the best-fit analysis software, transforming your tachograph data from a regulatory burden into a powerful tool for managing driver performance and proving your commitment to compliance.
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My Driver & Working Time Services
I provide a complete solution for managing every aspect of driver hours and working time legislation.
Expert Rules Interpretation
The legal landscape is complex. I provide clear, practical guidance on which rules apply to your specific operations, whether it's the EU Drivers' Hours rules (Regulation (EC) 561/2006) for most HGV work, or the GB Domestic Rules for exempt operations. I ensure you and your drivers understand the limits and requirements without ambiguity.
Tachograph System Consultancy
Choosing the right analysis software is critical. I assess your needs and recommend the best systems on the market, such as Microlise or TruTac. My expertise ensures the system is configured correctly for your operation and that you are getting the maximum benefit from its analysis and reporting features.
Systematic Infringement Management
Every operator will have infringements; how you manage them is what matters. Using the reports from your analysis software, I help you develop a formal process for managing them. Driver debriefs and remedial actions are documented within my bespoke SharePoint framework, creating a clear, auditable trail of active management for the Traffic Commissioner.
Working Time Directive (WTD) Compliance
Distinct from but related to drivers' hours, the Road Transport (Working Time) Regulations govern total working time. I provide expert guidance on monitoring weekly average hours and night work limits, ensuring you maintain the separate, detailed records required by law for a minimum of two years, often managed and tracked within my SharePoint framework.
Specialist Support for International Operations
For operators working across borders, compliance becomes even more complex. I provide specialist expertise to ensure you are fully prepared for evolving international rules, including the requirement to be able to produce 56 days' worth of driver records at the roadside. I help you implement the systems and driver training needed to operate confidently and avoid costly delays or penalties on international journeys.