Printable
Driver's Daily Log
A Driver's Daily Log is the official paper record of a commercial driver's hours of service (HOS) — tracking driving time, on-duty periods, rest breaks, mileage, and total hours worked. It is a federally required document used for HOS compliance, roadside inspections, and carrier record-keeping.
Our printable template is formatted to meet DOT standards, ready to print, fill out, and present at any roadside inspection — instantly available after purchase.
The paper record of every hour on duty
A Driver's Daily Log records all duty statuses throughout the day and is required under FMCSA Hours of Service regulations. It captures:
Total driving hours and on-duty time per shift
Rest breaks and sleeper berth periods as required by HOS rules
Mileage, vehicle info, and starting/ending locations
Driver signature and supporting document references
Three categories of drivers
Interstate drivers: Must maintain Records of Duty Status (RODS) or use an approved ELD — paper logs required in certain exemptions or during ELD malfunction
Exempt drivers: Drivers operating under short-haul or other HOS exemptions may still be required to maintain paper logs
Intrastate operators: State regulations vary — always verify local requirements for intrastate operations
Six steps to a compliant daily log
Get the best results when printing
Paper size: Letter (8.5×11") or A4 — both are accepted
Margins: Set to 0.4"–0.6" to preserve all form fields
Scale: Print at 100% / actual size — never "fit to page"
Paper weight: 20–24 lb for durability during inspections
Consequences of falsifying logs
Altering, falsifying, or failing to maintain accurate driver logs is a serious federal violation. Consequences include:
Significant civil fines per violation — amounts can escalate quickly
Out-of-service orders that immediately ground the driver and vehicle
Negative impact on carrier CSA scores and safety ratings
Always record accurate data. The risk of falsification far outweighs any perceived benefit.
Frequently asked questions
If I use an ELD, do I still need a paper log?
Paper logs are required in certain exemptions (e.g., short-haul) or if the ELD malfunctions. Drivers must be able to reconstruct their logs on paper in those situations.
How long should I keep printed logs?
Drivers must retain logs for at least 7 days. Motor carriers are required to keep driver logs for a minimum of 6 months.
Can I reuse this template for multiple drivers?
Yes — once purchased, the template is yours to print as many times as needed for all drivers in your fleet.
Get your printable log template
- DOT-compliant format
- Instant download after purchase
- Print as many copies as you need
- Works for your entire fleet
- No hidden fees
