Trimble Registers FMCSA-Compliant ELD Solution

Trimble’s FieldMaster Logs application has been registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) as a self-certified Electronic Logging Device (ELD) solution.

FieldMaster Logs adds Hours of Service (HOS) and Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) functionality as part of its Fleet Management portfolio. In order to reduce driver fatigue and accidents, the FMCSA’s HOS rules restrict the number of hours a driver may operate his/her vehicle.

Trimble’s FieldMaster Logs tracks driver activity, provides clear communication to the driver about hours remaining and offers reports to managers to measure driver activity and availability. Using FieldMaster Log’s DVIR features ensure that drivers perform safety inspections of their vehicle and that vehicle issues are captured and communicated to the maintenance team. 

“Trimble’s FieldMaster Logs application allows companies to improve productivity, profitability and most importantly, driver safety for our partners,” said John Cameron, general manager of Trimble’s Field Service Management Division. “We’re pleased to announce that our solution meets the FMCSA’s requirements for tracking HOS and DVIR activities, well in advance of the mandate’s deadline.”

With Tap & Go technology, drivers can log in to an in-cab tablet with just a tap of a keychain, sticker or ID card to start their ELD workflow.Trimble has further enhanced its FieldMaster Logs solution with Tap & Go technology. Using Tap & Go, drivers are able to log in to their in-cab tablet with just a tap of a keychain, sticker or ID card, making it easy and quick to start their ELD workflow. The technology is based on Near Field Communication (NFC) and comes in the form of a low-cost compatible card or sticker that can be readily purchased from a variety of approved sources. There are a range of options, including existing NFC employee ID cards, keychains, badge cards or dime-sized stickers, which can be attached to a wallet or driver’s license. There is no system setup required to enable Tap & Go. Drivers can initialize it themselves and start using it immediately.

To learn more about Trimble’s ELD options, watch the archive of Trimble’s webinar here

Trimble’s Fleet Management portfolio offers reliable hardware and software solutions for capturing vehicle positions, tracking driver behavior and communicating with the vehicle’s engine bus to obtain diagnostic information. Monitoring these activities allows carriers to reduce fuel costs and improve driver safety.

Trimble’s Field Service Management Division provides visibility into field and fleet operations so businesses can streamline efficiency and increase productivity. The Field Service Management suite includes Fleet Management, Work Management and Scheduling, Worker Safety and Mobility solutions that transform the effectiveness of work, workers and assets in the field. The cloud-based portfolio allows Trimble to offer customers industry-specific, enterprise-level solutions for exceptional performance and ease of use.