How long do you keep tachograph printout?
How long do you have to keep tachograph records? European Driver’s Hours and tachograph regulations require fleet operator’s tachograph records to be kept for a year, however Working Time Directive rules require the records to be kept for up to two years.
Do I need a tacho printout?
For digital or smart tachographs, the driver should make and sign a printout for the relevant period with a note giving details of the error and reason at the time the error is made. For analogue tachographs, the record should be made at the back of the chart.
How do you use a digital tachograph without a card?
During the days that you are working without your card, you must make a hard copy printout from your digital tachograph at the beginning and end of each journey. You must also write your name and DL number on the back of each print out to allow them to be traced back to you easily.
What are the symbols on a digital tachograph?
What are tachograph symbols called?
- The ‘Driving’ symbol indicates the status of a driver driving the vehicle, usually followed by the time spent driving.
- The ‘Other work’ symbol – indicates that the driver is logged in and doing work other than driving.
- The ‘Available’ symbol indicates the driver’s availability.
How long does information stay on a digital tacho card?
It is vital to ensure that no data is ever lost. The vehicle can hold up to 365 days’ worth of data and the card will hold 28 days or more of data.
Who is responsible for downloading digital tachographs?
A transport undertaking shall ensure that the data from their drivers’ tachograph card is downloaded every 21 days. A self employed driver must download the data from their tachograph card every 21 days. The data must be retained for inspection by enforcement officers for a period of at least 12 months.
