Revision question · Drivers' hours and rest periods

What can happen to drivers who break EU tachograph regulations?

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They can be given three warnings

They can have their passport withdrawn

They can be heavily fined

They can be let off if they're new to using tachographs

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They can be heavily finedThis was the right answer

The driver must take responsibility and follow the drivers' hours and tachograph rules. Failure to do so can result in legal action and penalties - such as a fine.

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Understand that record offences carry serious penaltiesReviewed guidance summary · Breaking tachograph rules can attract a heavy fine; this is not permission to accept a fine instead of compliance.

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