Good morning all! Can I have a break within my first hour of duty? Thanks!

[KeepupMax]

I quite often will have a 15min very early into my shift. Saves me sitting for full 45min afterwards actually doing that now, and only been on duty for 20min with 5min driving.
As soon as there is 1min of work or driving done, you can have a break. One place I worked had a run that took 4:25min to complete. Plus time to get a trailer etc. which usually used to take around 10min. So I always used to get my trailer, checks etc. then 45min break, and then set off with enough time to get to my delivery in one go.

[OHENSEN]

I quite often will have a 15min very early into my shift. Saves me sitting for full 45min afterwards actually doing that now, and only been on duty for 20min with 5min driving.
As soon as there is 1min of work or driving done, you can have a break. One place I worked had a run that took 4:25min to complete. Plus time to get a trailer etc. which usually used to take around 10min. So I always used to get my trailer, checks etc. then 45min break, and then set off with enough time to get to my delivery in one go.

not all heroes wear capes buddy

[jerymee_grim]

Yes if you want to

[Falkro]

U can have a break whenever u want

[KiamZyrion]

I remember when I first got my first job tis fella I was working with at this house in my old landscaping job I worked with he had a cuppa and a sandwich at 7am before doing any work . I’m that type who gets on with work as soon as I arrive gotta be busy. I can’t sit still.

[farrepo]

For it to count for the WTD you just need to register 1 minute of working time, either driving or other work, for it to count as the 1st part of a split driving break you just need to register at least 1 minute of driving.

[Paulish]

For it to count for the WTD you just need to register 1 minute of working time, either driving or other work, for it to count as the 1st part of a split driving break you just need to register at least 1 minute of driving.

take your whole 45 after 1 minute if you want ...

[farrepo]

For it to count for the WTD you just need to register 1 minute of working time, either driving or other work, for it to count as the 1st part of a split driving break you just need to register at least 1 minute of driving.

take your whole 45 after 1 minute if you want ...

but only gets you 1 more minute driving

[Paulish]

For it to count for the WTD you just need to register 1 minute of working time, either driving or other work, for it to count as the 1st part of a split driving break you just need to register at least 1 minute of driving.

take your whole 45 after 1 minute if you want ...

but only gets you 1 more minute driving

I once got a 45 on the M25 ... middle lane.

[farrepo]

take your whole 45 after 1 minute if you want ...

but only gets you 1 more minute driving

I once got a 45 on the M25 ... middle lane.

me too, I've woke up in the middle lane as everything just started moving

[dixno-rapp]

So long as there is a minute of driving on tacho you’re fine

[andyki]

So long as there is a minute of driving on tacho you’re fine

doesn't matter if its for wtd it'll count without driving only count for driving breaks if driven over a minute

[duranceUp]

Yes

[paemplet01]

Yes

u do

[jaspin]

Yes

you've been on a permanent breaks for years

[duranceUp]

Yes

you've been on a permanent breaks for years

can't defend that mate...lol

[martion]

No u can’t the cheek of it

[oman8Kin]

Yeh you can have a break
Not a problem

[jideVivala]

No,

[Overton+Hi]

This is what’s wrong with the CPC they don’t teach you the basics

[plaudions]

This is what’s wrong with the CPC they don’t teach you the basics

they genuinely don't mate it's comical

[rouxell]

This is what’s wrong with the CPC they don’t teach you the basics

there’s a huge amount of that. I’m a CPC trainer, but I was a driver long before that, I hate sitting in CPC courses where the trainer doesn’t know anywhere near as much as they should. Not all CPC courses are created equal!

[Overton+Hi]

This is what’s wrong with the CPC they don’t teach you the basics

there’s a huge amount of that. I’m a CPC trainer, but I was a driver long before that, I hate sitting in CPC courses where the trainer doesn’t know anywhere near as much as they should. Not all CPC courses are created equal!

my biggest gripe is how dare you keep on unifying me over 36 years of tramping I just wish the industry would stand together for once. And yes, I come from a generation of 3 in the Haulage industry.

[rouxell]

This is what’s wrong with the CPC they don’t teach you the basics

there’s a huge amount of that. I’m a CPC trainer, but I was a driver long before that, I hate sitting in CPC courses where the trainer doesn’t know anywhere near as much as they should. Not all CPC courses are created equal!

my biggest gripe is how dare you keep on unifying me over 36 years of tramping I just wish the industry would stand together for once. And yes, I come from a generation of 3 in the Haulage industry.

I must admit, when it first came in I was not a happy bunny, I had 15 under my belt at that time. Felt like bit of a slap in the face.
But I think it largely depends on the trainer as well as the course being undertaken.

[Jrba]

This is what’s wrong with the CPC they don’t teach you the basics

there’s a huge amount of that. I’m a CPC trainer, but I was a driver long before that, I hate sitting in CPC courses where the trainer doesn’t know anywhere near as much as they should. Not all CPC courses are created equal!

my biggest gripe is how dare you keep on unifying me over 36 years of tramping I just wish the industry would stand together for once. And yes, I come from a generation of 3 in the Haulage industry.

Not every driver has done any CPC training.

[KeithPlay]

What on a Tuesday don't be daft

[verMan67]

Yes do your checks then do wat you want

[Michrite2923]

No pal!

[wiffenti]

You can have a break after 1 minute of working or driving if you wish.
If you have a break after 1 min of work, but you've yet to register any driving, it won't count as a 15 for Drivers Hours purposes but it will count towards WTD breaks.

[kong1435]

You can have a break after 1 minute of working or driving if you wish.
If you have a break after 1 min of work, but you've yet to register any driving, it won't count as a 15 for Drivers Hours purposes but it will count towards WTD breaks.

I've tried saying the same to someone on here but he just ain't getting it

[andyki]

You can have a break after 1 minute of working or driving if you wish.
If you have a break after 1 min of work, but you've yet to register any driving, it won't count as a 15 for Drivers Hours purposes but it will count towards WTD breaks.

only sensible answer and correct answer on here

[NEWTOBY]

I know you can but why not have 15 mins then carry on 39 min whenever needed

[neplea]

I know you can but why not have 15 mins then carry on 39 min whenever needed

why 39 ?

[NEWTOBY]

I know you can but why not have 15 mins then carry on 39 min whenever needed

why 39 ?

typo should have been 30 sausage fingers after 48 years driving

[plaudions]

I've had breaks 2 mins into my first hour lol. Why wouldn't you?

[rouxell]

Some good comments on here, some not so good!
For a driving break, make sure you’ve recorded some driving, for a WT break, make sure you’ve recorded some WT. which is what most people have said.
When it comes to “take them whenever you like” you may want to check company policy first.
Your company CAN tell you when and where to take your break, you are after all in their vehicle and they are paying you. What they CAN’T do, is ask you to break the law (go over your WT or driving time, use break when working etc). I’ve never worked for a company that told me when and where, but they do exist.

[AnSpecials]

Some good comments on here, some not so good!
For a driving break, make sure you’ve recorded some driving, for a WT break, make sure you’ve recorded some WT. which is what most people have said.
When it comes to “take them whenever you like” you may want to check company policy first.
Your company CAN tell you when and where to take your break, you are after all in their vehicle and they are paying you. What they CAN’T do, is ask you to break the law (go over your WT or driving time, use break when working etc). I’ve never worked for a company that told me when and where, but they do exist.

they can’t tell u when to take a toilet break!

[rouxell]

Some good comments on here, some not so good!
For a driving break, make sure you’ve recorded some driving, for a WT break, make sure you’ve recorded some WT. which is what most people have said.
When it comes to “take them whenever you like” you may want to check company policy first.
Your company CAN tell you when and where to take your break, you are after all in their vehicle and they are paying you. What they CAN’T do, is ask you to break the law (go over your WT or driving time, use break when working etc). I’ve never worked for a company that told me when and where, but they do exist.

they can’t tell u when to take a toilet break!

absolutely they cannot.

[younip]

Your breaks .Your tacho .Do what you want .Yes you can

[zin.Francos]

You can have a break wherever you want but to be registered as a break you need to drive at least one minute

[kamilo.ward]

You can have a break wherever you want but to be registered as a break you need to drive at least one minute

to cover EU regs, YES. Not for WTD

[andShunned]

You can have a break wherever you want but to be registered as a break you need to drive at least one minute

to cover EU regs, YES. Not for WTD

yes you can have a break to cover WTD within 1st hour

[Newlarnes]

U are that captain take a brake when u want

[mitchhNESS]

No that’s just lazy

[latimen1105]

Yes

[fishaker_ju]

Better than any standup these comments

[philArticles]

Better than any standup these comments

and drivers constantly ask "Why do we need Dcpc" this post should be used as an explanation.

[petems]

Yes you can I’d do vehicle checks time whatever your company policy is on that I have to show 15 then do at least one minute drive as I was told when I first started the wheels need to move before the head resets the drive time.

[al0xgene]

Do the cpc again...

[greHipurr]

Yes, but if you want it to count towards driving time break you have to have a minimum of a minute of drive time showing, otherwise it’ll only come off your wtd

[BEDESYSCO]

Not on foot down Friday

[Hodkinfort]

You have to show a minimum of 15 minutes

[AnSpecials]

You have to show a minimum of 15 minutes

wrong

[Hodkinfort]

You have to show a minimum of 15 minutes

wrong

how can you show a break after 1 min of work ? You have to report to work find yer truck and do a vehicle check and why put it on break just poa it

[AnSpecials]

You have to show a minimum of 15 minutes

wrong

how can you show a break after 1 min of work ? You have to report to work find yer truck and do a vehicle check and why put it on break just poa it

never said you could or couldn’t. I am talking about taking a break after 15 minutes of driving

[2907-kinjo]

You have to show a minimum of 15 minutes

wrong

how can you show a break after 1 min of work ? You have to report to work find yer truck and do a vehicle check and why put it on break just poa it

to qualify as a break under EU regulations correct.

[Iaintexx-Ten]

If you have a break before you've done enough drive time to register the 2 mins on the tacho, it will only count as a WTD break and not a drive time break.

[JohridDale]

The man/woman in the office will probably have a coffee within the first hour so why shouldn’t you

[Mo_Virtuoso]

I do regularly because of the work I do.

[daracsup]

Stop but don't put it on break if it's that Early. That's an additional comfort break

[Marketixtu]

Take it after 1minute of work if you like

[RowAlly]

Yes, I used to have a 15 min breakfast break within the first ho

[JOHERSPEN]

Take a 15 min on first or second drop then 30 mins just before your hours are up

[williese]

If you like

[rosslz]

NO

[Chrisocor]

If you need a break have one

[beard4cted]

Do what you want, I'm sure vosa will put you right if you get it wrong, and probably relieve you of some pennies just for the privilege lmfao .

[jastapp20]

Do what you want, I'm sure vosa will put you right if you get it wrong, and probably relieve you of some pennies just for the privilege lmfao .

and why has he suggested be wrong

[wardEErmark]

Yep, only after you done your checks and 1 minutes drive, if you want it to count as part of your driving hours too

[Kasion]

Yes.
EU rules you need at least 1 minute driving, WTD you must not work for more then 6 h without a break (15mins every 6h)

[incedero95]

Have a break whenever you eabt drive... "I needed a shit" Is the go to line.. Just make sure you've got atleast 1 minute drive time on

[rouxell]

Have a break whenever you eabt drive... "I needed a shit" Is the go to line.. Just make sure you've got atleast 1 minute drive time on

I had a massive row once with the office, I took a 6 minute break I think it was, for a crap, and I got a call. The conversation did not go well for the person on the other end.

[krzopic.558]

Yes.

[Whernage]

Of course..go have a breakfast..

[mosh2924]

You have a break if you feel the need to