Why is the maximum driving time increasing from 10 hours to 11 hours? How does raising the number of driving hours save lives?
The new science-based rule makes significant strides in providing commercial drivers a 24-hour work/rest schedule in line with the body’s circadian rhythm. The longer off-duty time allows drivers to have more regular schedules and increases the potential for quality sleep. This is consistent with fatigue- and sleep-related studies considered in development of the rule that indicate the amount and quality of sleep a person receives has a strong influence on alertness.
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