How can drivers split sleeper-berth time under 49 CFR 395.1(g)?

Short answer

Drivers can split sleeper-berth time under 49 CFR 395.1(g) into two periods, one of which must be at least 7 consecutive hours in the sleeper berth and the other of which must be at least 2 consecutive hours in the sleeper berth or off-duty.

The rule says

"A driver may split the required 10 hours of sleeper berth time into two periods, one period of at least 7 consecutive hours in the sleeper berth and the other period of at least 2 consecutive hours in the sleeper berth or off-duty, as long as the driver takes at least 7 hours in the sleeper berth and no more than 8 hours of driving time have elapsed between the two periods.1(g) covers the split sleeper berth provision.

In plain English

The split sleeper berth rule allows drivers to break up their required 10 hours of rest into two periods, with one period being at least 7 consecutive hours in the sleeper berth and the other being at least 2 consecutive hours in the sleeper berth or off-duty. Inspectors will check the driver's log or ELD records to verify compliance with the split sleeper berth rule.

What to do

• Ensure drivers understand the split sleeper berth rule and its requirements.
• Verify that drivers are logging their sleeper berth and off-duty time correctly.
• Monitor driver hours and rest time to ensure compliance with the regulations.
• Review ELD data or log records to detect any potential violations of the split sleeper berth rule.