The driver, dispatcher, and reviewer
Keep the trip plan and the record in sync.
Who does what
The driver records actual activity. Dispatch plans trips around available hours and appointments. The compliance reviewer checks the log against trip and vehicle records. Each role needs information from the others.
At a glance · Follow the sequence
01
Driver
Reports the remaining driving and window hours
02
Dispatch
Replans the next leg around the tighter limit
03
Reviewer
Checks the final record against the trip
Update the plan whenever the actual day changes.
A useful handoff connects the changed assignment, the available hours, and the final record.
A simple daily handoff
- Before departure: check driver, truck, hours, and trip plan.
- During the trip: record actual activity and report delays.
- After the shift: review the log, fix permitted errors, and certify the completed day.
- Carrier review: investigate mismatches and send accurate correction proposals to the driver.
Report specific limits: “I have two driving hours and one window hour left.” This is more useful than “My hours are low.”
Learn the clocks next
The next courses cover ELD data, daily driving limits, breaks, and cycle hours. Use them together when planning a trip.