Corrective Action Training: 30-Minute Breaks

This Corrective Action Training module provides drivers with remedial training related to 30-minute breaks. Specifically, this course is designed to remind drivers of the hours-of-service 30-minute break rule to prevent violations and fatigue-related crashes.

Course Overview

This Corrective Action Training module provides drivers with remedial training related to 30-minute breaks. Specifically, this course is designed to remind drivers of the hours-of-service 30-minute break rule to prevent violations and fatigue-related crashes.

After completing this course, drivers will be able to:

  • Discuss the physical effects that impact your safety if you work too long without a break.
  • Explain the Department of Transportation‚àö√Øs (DOT‚àö√Øs) 30-minute break rule.
  • Identify the consequences of not taking the required breaks.

Course Topics

  • Introduction
  • Stress & fatigue decrease safety
  • Stop driving after 8 consecutive hours
  • Eight hours of work equals a 30-minute break.
  • Take a break.
  • Suddenly don't qualify for exemption? Follow the break rule.
  • Avoid crashes and fines.
  • Do your part for highway safety.