Maintaining HOS compliance is the backbone of safe, successful truck fleet operations. Without strict auditing and monitoring of HOS records each month, a trucking company risks penalties and violations, even accidents and driver fatigue. Expert Trucking Solutions provides unmatched expertise in performing HOS monthly audits to ensure your fleet’s records, drivers, and operations meet the standards and best practices of the DOT.
Understanding HOS Monthly Audits
HOS monthly audits involve the systematic review of driver logs, duty status, and supporting documentation to ensure that the records are in compliance with DOT and FMCSA requirements. This check for inconsistencies, falsifications, and violations supports a business in avoiding fines, costly downtime, and reputational damage.
How ETS Conducts HOS Monthly Audits
Expert Trucking Solutions follows a proven auditing process:
- Electronic & Paper Log Reviews: Thorough reviews of both ELD and traditional logs for each driver.
- Violation Analysis: Flags hours of service violations, out-of-service issues, and log falsification risks.
- Documentation Verification: Compares logs with trip sheets, fuel receipts, and GPS data for accuracy.
- Compliance Coaching: Provides feedback and corrective actions so carriers fix problems before audits become costly penalties.
ETS combines automation with oversight from experts to ensure each fleet is in regulatory shape, month after month.
Why Choose ETS for HOS Audits?
- Industry-leading accuracy and thoroughness in auditing
- Fast turnaround, with actionable reports and recommendations
- Experienced compliance specialists helping carriers stay on top of DOT rule changes
- Flexible services for fleets of all sizes
- Confidence and peace of mind—no more audit headaches
Expert Trucking Solutions helps companies not just “pass” their audits but embed HOS compliance into everyday operations for a safer, smarter fleet.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How frequently should HOS audits be conducted?
Monthly audits are an industry standard for carriers to pinpoint problems quickly in order to sustain continuous compliance.
2. What are the most common HOS violations?
Common violations include driving hour overages, false entries, and missing supporting documents or ELD data mismatches.
3. Can ETS audit both ELD and paper logs?
Yes, Expert Trucking Solutions is capable of performing audits for electronic and paper logs for all fleet sizes.
4. What are the consequences if violations are found during an audit?
ETS provides corrective coaching and guidance so fleets address problems proactively, reducing risks of DOT penalties or out-of-service orders.