There Are 4 DIGITAL TACHOGRAPH CARDS In Use

Image of a Digital Tachograph Card

These 'smart cards' are similar in style to the photocard driving licence but store information about not only the driver but also his working day.

There are four digital tachograph smart cards:

* Control Card
* Workshop Card
* Driver Card
* Company Card

Digital Tachograph Card - Control Version

is used by the police and VOSA when they carry out checks to enforce the legislation. These cards will give unlimited access to all and any information stored within the digital tachograph.

Digital Tachograph Card - Workshop Version

are used by companies that are registered as calibration centres so that they may repair, reset or programme the equipment. Any changes to the system are recorded for future reference.

Digital Tachograph Card - Driver Version

The card we get the most questions about. Contains information relevant to the driver such as name, driver’s number and also details of his routes travelled, time spent on the road and time spent stationary.
A few of the answers:
It is the drivers’ sole responsibility to ensure safe keeping.
Don’t forget that the digital tachograph card contains your personal details - TAKE CARE OF IT !
Can store 28 days typical driver activity. But we often see between 80 to 200 or more days worth of data during the analysis procedure.
Stolen cards must be reported to your employer, DVLA and Police.
If a card fails to work correctly, a replacement card must be applied for within 7 calendar days.
And you can continue to drive for a maximum of 15 calendar days but must make daily printouts.
Replacement cards are issued to your choice of DVLA or VOSA office.
You must collect your new card in person and sign for it. (you will need 2 forms of identification on collection).

And Finally The Digital Tachograph Card - Company Version

are used by the haulage companies themselves so that that they may check the information on the tachograph vehicle unit and make any amendments to the basic setup.

Analysis Of Your Digital Tachograph Data Is Available at Tachos. net
A few notes on the use and security of a digital tachograph card is available here.
How to use a digital tachograph.