What is the general purpose of the 60/70-hour rule in the hours-of-service regulations?
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Correct answer to question 371 (General Knowledge): It limits total on-duty time over a rolling 7 or 8 day period
Why
The 60/70-hour rule caps the total on-duty time a driver can accumulate over a rolling 7 or 8 consecutive day period, working alongside the daily driving and duty limits.
Updated: November 2026