Does POA affect driving time?

Example 3. The driver arrives at work, but his vehicle is not ready. He is told that he cannot undertake his regular duties for two hours while he waits for the vehicle to become ready. However, after half an hour, the driver is asked to do yard duties for one hour, before waiting again for the final half-hour period.

Does POA stop the WTD clock?

Yes, POA doesn’t count as working time.

What does a POA count towards?

Generally speaking, a period of availability ( POA ) is waiting time, the duration of which must be known in advance. Examples of what might count as a POA are accompanying a vehicle on a ferry crossing or waiting while other workers load/unload the vehicle.

How many hours can you drive before taking a break?

You cannot drive for longer than 4.5 hours without taking a break of at least 45 minutes. Taking this break causes a fresh 4.5 hour period of drive to begin. Note – See the rules on breaks to ensure you do not break the 4.5 hour rule. You may take the 45 minute break in 2 sections.

Do breaks count towards working time directive?

The times of breaks, rests and periods of availability shall not be included in the calculation of working time.

What is the maximum amount of hours a driver is allowed to work in a week?

The maximum number of hours a HGV driver can work in any given week is 56 hours. This is worked out by driving for nine hours on four days, and 10 hours for another two days.

How many hours can a HGV driver work in a week?

How many hours can a HGV driver work in one week? A HGV driver must not exceed 60 hours working time, which includes driving and other work, in any single week. In addition they must not exceed an average of 48 hours working time over a specific reference period.

What is PoA in drivers hours?

Periods of Availability
Periods of Availability (PoA) are paid time but do not count towards the 48 average working week or the 60 hour a week maximum. The draft regulations indicate that for time to be categorised as a PoA it should meet the following criteria; A mobile worker must not be required to remain at his workstation.

How long can a driver drive without a break?

Maximum driving before a break 4½ hours Breaks from driving A break of no less than 45 minutes must be taken after no more than 4.5 hours of driving. The break can be divided into two periods – the first at least 15 minutes long and the second at least 30 minutes – taken over the 4.5 hours.

Can you split your 30 minute break?

Q: Does the 30-minute break have to be consecutive? A: Yes. But, drivers may use different non-driving statuses (off-duty, sleeper berth, or on-duty not driving) to add up to the 30-consecutive minutes.

How many breaks do you get in a 8 hour shift UK?

The statutory minimum break entitlement for an 8-hour shift in the UK is a 20-minute break. The break entitlement doesn’t increase the longer the shift becomes. So legally, someone working a 12-hour shift would still only require a 20-minute break.