When maintaining a daily log, what is required to be tracked?

When maintaining a daily log, it is essential to track all duty status time because it provides a complete and accurate record of a driver's activities throughout their work period. This includes various categories: on-duty driving time, on-duty non-driving time, and off-duty time.

Tracking only on-duty time, off-duty time, or driving time alone fails to give a full understanding of a driver's hours and adherence to regulations regarding driving limits. All duty status time must be logged to ensure compliance with hours-of-service regulations, which are designed to prevent fatigue and promote safety on the road. This comprehensive logging helps management organizers and regulatory agencies monitor a driver's compliance with these safety standards, ultimately contributing to safer roadway conditions.