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Originally Posted by mudpuddle
He said the recap (the one on the inside cover of the logbook) was optional but he had to see the forwarded hours on the current sheet.
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Not all logbooks have the recap on the inside cover. Not all logbooks even have the recap on each individual log page. They are most certainly not required by the FMCSA.
If the officer needs to know what you did the past 8 days, then he can look at the logs he has right in front of him. I'm sure he has a calculator, or can add 8 numbers in his head. If he can't, then loan him yours.
The company I pull for, however, requires that the recap be filled out. This is company policy, though, and doesn't reflect any FMCSA regulation.
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The regulations are DOT but each state adds their own take and special rules and each officer interprets the regulations differently.
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Yes, it is frustrating, but when push comes to shove, it isn't up to the officer to interpret the regulations. They are there to enforce the regulations, and the courts are there to interpret them. The driver, however, gets stuck inbetween. Over time, the FMCSA comes up with interpretations to their own rules, based upon issues that arise.
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I am stating that if you complete the page fully filling in all blanks your azz will be covered.
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Can't disagree with that. :wink: