What is the responsibility of the controller of the vehicle as regards to the work and rest hours of the vehicle’s driver?

1. Correct answer: The controller of the vehicle must not permit the vehicle’s driver to exceed statutory work hours.
2. The controller of the vehicle is not responsible for the work and rest hours of the vehicle’s driver. The driver is solely responsible for it.
3. The controller of the vehicle may, under the approval of the safety officer, instruct the driver to exceed statutory driving hours.
4. The controller of the vehicle is responsible, yet the safety officer of a vehicle fleet may adjust the work and rest hours to meet the requirements, regardless of the law.

WhyThe vehicle's controller must not let the driver work longer than the legal hours. The responsibility is not only the driver's.