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Motor Carrier Safety Research

Safety management system approach

The Motor Carrier Division is actively involved in a process aimed at:

  • Investigating the applicability of the SMS approach to the motor carrier industry;
  • Consulting stakeholders to assess their reactions towards SMS (perceived applicability, strengths and weaknesses, likely implementation scenarios);
  • Contingent on results of consultations: implementing SMS and/or related concepts and processes.

Feasibility Study Concerning Safety Management Systems For the Motor Carrier Industry in Canada

Electronic On-Board Recorders

Transport Canada is leading a field study aimed at testing EOBRs in real-life to assess their potential to improve compliance, safety and operations in motor carrier fleets.

Date modified:
2009-09-02