Changing Duty Status
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Quickly update your duty status in the Matrack ELD Driver App to keep your logs accurate and compliant. This guide explains how to change your status (e.g., Driving, On Duty, Sleeper) with ease. For step-by-step instructions, refer to our help guide or watch the instructional video.
Follow this guide to easily change your duty status and ensure compliance with HOS regulations.
Log in to the Matrack ELD Driver App. The first screen you’ll see is the Dashboard.
In the Dashboard, you'll see a circle displaying your current duty status and available hours. Below that, there is a Change Duty option. This will open a screen showing the available duty statuses:
Off Duty, Sleeper, On Duty, Driving, Personal Trip, Yard Move
Tap On-Duty to select and proceed with changing status to on-duty.
Verify that the app automatically detects your location. If not, enter the location manually. Check the odometer reading. It will auto-populate, but you can also enter it manually if needed. Add a note in the provided field. Example: Type "On Duty."
Skip the Break Details drop-down menu for this status (leave it blank). Tap the Add Event button to update your status. You’ll return to the Dashboard, which will now display your status as On Duty along with updated hours.
Tap Off-Duty to select and proceed with changing status to off-duty.
Verify your location or enter it manually. Add a note such as "Off Duty" (notes must be at least five characters).
In the Break Details drop-down menu, select one of the following options:
30-Minute Break, Shift Break, Cycle Break, Short Split, Long Split, Not Applicable
Tap the Add Event button to update your status. The Dashboard will now display your status as Off Duty, along with your selected break type.
The Driving status is updated automatically when your truck moves at a speed of 5 miles per hour or more.
To manually change to Driving status:
Tap Driving to select and proceed with changing the status to driving. Verify or manually enter your location. Add a note, such as "Driving." Tap the Add Event button to update your status
The Dashboard will display your Driving status and the remaining driving hours (e.g., 8 hours until your next 30-minute break).
Driving hours on the Dashboard will reflect time until your next required break (8 hours) and total daily driving time (11 hours).
Always update your status to match your activity and stay compliant with HOS rules
