This report presents the results of a literature review and ten focus groups, which were conducted with long-haul drivers in eight cities, across seven states. The purpose of the session was to gain an understanding, from the long-haul drivers' perspective, of the issues affecting the quality and quantity of sleep drivers receive, as well as other issues that may affect drivers' level of fatigue. A summary of the issues discussed is presented as the issues fall under the following categories: (1) sleep/rest and duty cycle issues, (2) equipment issues, (3) additional driver responsibilities, (4) facilities issues, (5) regulatory and enforcement issues, (6) driving and traffic issues, (7) terminus issues, (8) company dispatching issues, (9) training issues, (10) miscellaneous issues. The results of the drivers' ratings of their sleep quality while at home and on the road are also presented. The information gathered from the focus group is summarized into a list of drivers' recommendations for improving the fatigue level among long-haul drivers. Concerns that were highlighted by drivers in most or all of the focus groups included: (1) team driving, (2) equipment, (3) lack of rest area facilities, (4) private driver education, (5) loading and unloading cargo, and (6) pressure to drive. Based on the information gathered, independent and dependent variables are recommended for evaluation during on-road study.


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