The spring 2014 commercial vehicle check resulted in 251 vehicles being inspected, with 729 violations, 108 summonses, and 11 vehicles towed from check points. Only 29 per cent of vehicles passed inspection, 19 per cent required attention, and 52 per cent were declared out of service.
Similarly in spring 2013, 364 vehicles were checked, with 1,012 violations, 156 summonses, and 39 vehicles towed. Only 31 per cent passed inspection, 27 per cent required attention, and 42 per cent declared out of service.
“This is a good reminder for drivers to inspect their trucks and trailers before leaving their company parking lots,” says Sgt. Kerry Bates with the EPS Commercial Vehicle Inspection Detail. “It’s the driver’s responsibility to ensure their vehicle operates safely – so take the time to check for regular maintenance, that equipment works, and loads are properly secured and compliant with regulations.”
The EPS in partnership with numerous provincial regulatory agencies conducted the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) inspections on vehicles over 4,500 kg along the city’s major roadways from May 6 to 8, 2014. Safety inspections focused on overweight loads, faulty equipment, securement of loads, over-dimensional loads, dangerous or stolen goods, and the condition of drivers.
The EPS Traffic Section conducts commercial vehicle checks throughout the year to help ensure safe commercial vehicle operation and safe roads for all motorists.
Background:
Grand Total May 6 - 8, 2014
Vehicles Checked: 251
Declared Out of Service: 132 (52%)
Required Attention: 47 (19%)
Pass: 72 (29%)
Vehicles Towed: 11
CVSA Violations: 729
Summons: 108
Warrants: 2
May 8, 2014 (Day 3 of 3)
Vehicles Checked: 60
Declared Out of Service: 28 (46%)
Required Attention: 13 (22%)
Pass: 19 (32%)
Vehicles Towed: 1
CVSA Violations: 196
Summons: 28
Warrants: 0
May 7, 2014 (Day 2 of 3)
Vehicles Checked: 100
Declared Out of Service: 52 (52%)
Required Attention: 19 (19%)
Pass: 29 (29%)
Vehicles Towed: 2
CVSA Violations: 261
Summons: 28
Warrants: 0
May 6, 2014 (Day 1 of 3)
Vehicles Checked: 91
Declared Out of Service: 52 (57%)
Required Attention: 15 (17%)
Pass: 24 (26%)
Vehicles Towed: 8
CVSA Violations: 272
Summons: 52
Warrants: 2