Just got an email from the front office that the Eclipse Logbook software will now be an option to use. You can go back to paper log books or use another computer based log program. Several drivers are looking at an android or iOS based product. I found one called KeepTruckin for the iPad and Android tablets.
I also suspect tis is all in a move to get us ready for in-cab recorders soon, but who knows.
Anyone using it? Any feedback?
Different logbook program.
Discussion in 'Expediter and Hot Shot Trucking Forum' started by lastone in, Jan 10, 2015.
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If you use a logbook that is not a EBOR you have to print it out everyday sign it and keep a copy in the truck for 7 days. using a smartphone or a notebook computer to run software driven logbooks maybe just adding to your fustration overall.
The decision as to accept logging software in place of a paper book is the decision of the officer at the time, some may allow you to print and sign while they wait and not site you, but other will site you anyway, they can put you out of service if there in a bad mood. This is just opening lots of doors that could remain closed.
This is not my opinion. this is right out of the Keller / FMCSA book on HOS ELOGS.rollin coal and Pedigreed Bulldog Thank this. -
According the the scalemaster at the scalehouse in Lula, MS its legal just hand him the log app and even if you get permits and its acceptable.
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As long as an officer can view your elog for the past 7 days plus the day your on there's no need to print it out every day.. an officer may give you a fax number to fax your logs too.. instructions on how to use your elog program must be in possession .. if your elog program goes down for some reason you wihll need paper copies in possession until its running again
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Yep, what the scalemaster told me, they can request a copy even to a DOTs fax in the back of his SUV/Patrol cars machine but I do keep my loose leaf log in briefcase with my laptop computer
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Once I approve (digitally sign it) a daily elog .. its final.. I cannot "edit" the log..
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I'll use paper logs as long as it is an option. § 395.8(f)(2) requires the RODS to be "in the driver's own handwriting" which is not the case with e-logs.
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The good thing is that its one less thing I have to carry around. The laptop was only being used for the Eclipses Logbook software. Everything else is done on the iPhone and iPad. I do carry a printer for the iPad. If I can find a way to get rid of that I would be golden.
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