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CCMTA Directory - 2006 Edition
Updated in February of each year, the directory provides a comprehensive listing of all government and associate members involved with CCMTA from Canada and the U.S. Bilingual.
Now Available.
( *Receive a complimentary copy with membership.)
Member Govt.'s $ 89.00, Associate Members: $ 99.00*, Non-members: $ 125.00

CCMTA News
CCMTA's official bulletin, which provides an overview of CCMTA projects, programs and activities (published twice a year). Available in English or French. Also available on-line to download.
Free

1999 National Roadside Study
A follow-up to the 1991 and 1995 truck roadside surveys, the 1999 NRS software generates estimates of the volume and characteristics of trips by heavy trucks operating on the Canadian highway system during a representative week in the summer/fall of 1999. A powerful analytical tool on truck activity on Canada's highways. English only. Available in CD-Rom format. Please enquire with the Secretariat.
Free


Road Safety:

Road Safety Vision 2010
Progress Report (2005 edition) published by Transport Canada in cooperation with CCMTA on CCMTA's national vision of achieving the safest roads in the world by 2010. Available in English or French.
Free

NEW - Canadian Motor Vehicle Traffic Collision Statistics - 2004 Edition
This pamphlet, published by Transport Canada from data supplied by CCMTA member jurisdictions, details Canadian collision statistics on a yearly basis ( 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004). Bilingual.
Free

Eliminating Impaired Driving Workshop Proceedings
A complete package on CCMTA's work up to October 2000 on the topic of impaired driving. English only. Also avaiblable on-line.
Member Govt.'s, Associate Members: $ 20.00, Non-members: $ 25.00

Mature Drivers Workshop Proceedings and Aging Driver Strategy
A complete package on CCMTA's work up to September 2000 on the important emerging topic of aging drivers. Part I contains CCMTA's Aging Driver Strategy which is the framework for future work to be carried out by the Canadian provinces and territories.
Part 2 contains the Proceedings of the Maturing Driver Workshop, the first national forum on aging drivers involving Canadian driver licence administrators and other stakeholders. Also included is a detailed literature review. English only. Also available on-line.
Member Govt.'s, Associate members: $ 20.00, Non-members: $25.00


Vehicle Inspections

NEW - Commercial Vehicle Inspections in Canada
Outlines the commercial vehicle inspection requirements in Canada. This manual allows organizations to find out what they need to know to comply with the National Safety Code requirements governing periodic inspections, maintenance standards, on-road inspections and trip inspection.
English only. Hard Copy or CD-Rom. Please specify on order form.
New Edition - Available.

Member Govt's, Associate Members: $ 120.00, Non-members: $ 165.00

NEW - Periodic Commercial Motor Vehicle Inspections
By popular demand, CCMTA has now created a separate handbook for the convenience of those interested only in those sections of the Commercial Vehicle Inspections manual dealing with the PMVI requirements. English only. New Edition - Available.
Member Govt's, Associate Members: $ 95.00, Non-members: $ 120.00

AAMVA/CCMTA Inspection Handbook
CCMTA, in partnership with the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators, is proud to offer a new, expanded version of the Vehicle Inspection Handbook. Includes recommended comprehensive inspection procedures and standards for all types of vehicles in the U.S. and Canada. English only.


Complete manual: (all 5 sections plus binder)
Member Govt.'s, Associate Members*: $ 75.00, Non-members: $ 150.00

Individual Sections
Members*
Non-Members

Passenger Vehicles& Light Trucks

25.00 $
40.00 $

Trucks/Buses/Trailers

25.00 $
40.00 $

Motorcycles

15.00 $
25.00 $

Salvage Vehicles

15.00 $
25.00 $

Emissions

15.00 $
25.00 $

National Safety Code

The National Safety Code (NSC) for Motor Carriers was developed by the member jurisdictions of CCMTA in conjunction with the motor carrier industry. The NSC standards are subject to periodic review by CCMTA members to enhance their effectiveness or respond to new regulatory issues.

NEW - The second edition of the NSC manual in English is now available for purchase. (order form)
The French version will be available shortly.
Member Govt's, Associate Members: $ 60.00, Non-members: $ 75.00

NSC Standards 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 14 and 15 can also be purchased separately (order form)
Members and non-members: $ 9.99 each

The CCMTA Medical Standards for Drivers, initially Standard 6 of the NSC is now available under separate cover. (order form) Members and non-members: $ 9.99

NSC Standard 1: Single Driver Licence Compact

A standard implemented by all jurisdictions which makes it an offence for a driver to hold more than one licence. In addition, a series of administrative procedures have been agreed upon to ensure driving infractions are assigned to a single licence and record.

NSC Standard 2: Knowledge and Performance Tests (Drivers)

A standard which sets out the process for standardized testing of commercial drivers and includes the criteria for both written and road tests. It also identifies the key elements which will be evaluated by government officials charged with administering the tests.

NSC Standard 3: Driver Examiner Training Program

A standard designed to upgrade the skills and knowledge of driver examiners and ensure they are consistent across Canada.

NSC Standard 4: Classified Driver Licensing System - May 1998

A standard which renders more uniform the classification and endorsement system for driver licences and ensures that a licence issued in one province/territory is recognized in all provinces/territories.

NSC Standard 5: Self-Certification Standards and Procedures

A standard which outlines the criteria which must be met to permit carriers and driver training schools to train commercial drivers.

NSC Standard 6: Medical Standards for Drivers - July 2006

The CCMTA Medical Standards for Drivers was initially Standard 6 of the National Safety Code for Motor Carriers manual. The medical standard is available under separate cover.

NSC Standard 7: Carrier and Driver Profiles - November 2002

A standard which is designed to provide jurisdictions with a record of driver and carrier performance in terms of compliance with safety rules and regulations. The standard supports enforcement activity to remove unsatisfactory drivers and carriers from service, and identifies the type of information which will be maintained on each commercial driver and carrier.

NSC Standard 8: Short-Term Suspension

A standard which describes the criteria for placing a driver out of service on a short-term (24 hour) basis when a peace officer has reasonable and probable grounds to believe the driver's ability is affected by alcohol or drugs.

NSC Standard 9: Hours of Service

A standard which describes the number of hours a commercial driver can be on duty and operate a commercial vehicle. It outlines the requirement to complete daily logs, describes the various cycles of operation and sets out driver and carrier record keeping requirements.

The revised CCMTA Commercial Vehicle Drivers Hours of Service Standard dated September 2002 has been superseded by the Federal Hours of Service Regulations published in the Canada Gazette Part II on November 16, 2005 for implementation January 1, 2007. Copies of the Regulations may be downloaded from the Transport Canada website.

CCMTA has published an interpretation/guidance document on the federal rule. A colour copy can also be downloaded from the CCMTA web site.

NSC Standard 10: Cargo Securement - September 2004

A standard which outlines the specific requirements for securing loads to commercial vehicles to ensure they do not shift, move or spill onto the roadway.

NSC Standard 11: Commercial Vehicle Maintenance and Inspection (PMVI) Standards - December 2006

A standard which outlines maintenance and periodic inspections.

Section Introduction
Maintenance Standards
PMVI - Trucks & Truck Tractor
PMVI - Trailer, Semi-Trailer & C-Dolly
PMVI - Bus
Contacts and References

NSC Standard 12: CVSA On-Road Inspections

A standard which contains the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance on-road inspection criteria. Copyright CVSA, Please contact the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance for a copy.

NSC Standard 13: Trip Inspection

A standard which prescribes daily trip inspection requirements.

Part 1: General Requirements - May 2005

Part 2: Schedules
Schedule 1: Truck, Tractor & Trailer - December 2003
Schedule 2: Bus - May 2004
Schedule 3: Motor Coach (Daily) - May 2005
Schedule 4: Motor Coach (30 days or 12,000km) - May 2005

NSC Standard 14: Safety Rating - September 2002

A standard which establishes the motor carrier safety rating framework by which each jurisdiction assesses the safety performance of motor carriers.

NSC Standard 15: Facility Audits - December 2003

A standard which outlines the audit process used by jurisdictions to determine a carrier's level of compliance with all applicable safety standards.

NSC Standard 16: First Aid Training

A voluntary standard which outlines the basic elements which should be contained in a basic first aid course for commercial drivers.


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Cargo Securement

NEW - Cargo Securement Training Program Manuals (Order Form)
The training program has been developed to assist carriers, drivers, shippers and the enforcement community in applying and understanding the NSC Standard 10: Cargo Securement.

Instructor's Manual (PDF 5, 110K)
This manual is for use by instructors who are delivering the training program to students in a classroom setting. The course is divided into 13 modules, which can either be delivered sequentially as a complete 2-day course on the standard, or as individual modules. The manual provides instructors with advice on delivery of each module, including learning objectives, estimated time required, training aids, tests and activities. Please note that the Powerpoint slides (below) are to be used with the manual for classroom delivery.
Available in English and French.
Govt. and Associate Members: $ 60.00, Others: $ 80.00


Instructor's Slides
PowerPoint presentations for each of the 13 modules,
to be used in conjunction with the Instructor’s Manual (above). Available in English and French.
Govt. and Associate Members: $ 40.00, Others: $ 50.00

Participant's Guide (PDF 5, 913K)
The guide is designed for use by students taking the course in a classroom setting. It includes copies of the presentation materials delivered by the instructor, tests and activities, and space for notetaking.
Available in English and French.
Govt. and Associate Members: $ 30.00, Others: $ 40.00

Driver's Handbook (PDF 24, 719K)
This handbook provides a ready reference for drivers to use when they are planning, securing and/or checking a load they are responsible for transporting. Available in English only.
Govt. and Associate Members: $ 25.00, Others: $ 35.00

Load Security Research Reports
A series of research reports on specific aspects of load security.

Experimental Evaluation of Friction Coefficients of Typical Loads and Trailer Decks under Vertical Vibration
Members and non-members: $ 35.00
Slippage Tests with Anti-Skid Mats
Available in English or French. Please specify on order form.
Members and non-members: $ 10.00
Dressed Lumber Tiedown Tests
Available in English or French. Please specify on order form.
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Effect of Cargo and Tiedown Characteristics on Equalization of Tension in the Spans of Tiedowns
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Effect of Binder Type and Chain Length on Tension in Chain Tiedowns
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Friction Coefficients between Typical Cargo and Truck Decks
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Load Capacity of Nailed Wood Blocking
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Effect of Cargo Movement on Tension in Tiedowns
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Evaluation of the Strength and Failure Modes of Heavy Truck Cargo Anchor Points
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Tests on Methods of Securement for Thick Metal Plate
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Tests on Methods of Securement for Large Boulders
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Bending Strength of Trailer Stakes
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Effect of Tiedowns on Wood Blocks Used as Dunnage
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Tests on Methods of Securement for Metal Coils
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Tests on Methods of Securement for ISO Containers
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Analysis of Heavy Truck Cargo Anchor Points
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
North American Load Security Research Project Summary Report
Available in English or French. Please specify on order form.
Members and non-members: $ 40.00
Assessing a Securement Method for the Transportation of Heavy Machinery Using a Combination of Highway Vehicles
Members and non-members: $ 25.00
Performance Limits of Heavy Trucks
Members and non-members: $ 40.00
Load Security DVD "Setting the Standard"
This video provides an overview of the above-noted project designed for briefing purposes and includes information on the research results and the proposed standards (19 minutes).
Available in English or French. Please specify on order form.
Member Govt.'s, Associate Members: $ 45.00
Non-members: $ 60.00
Load Security DVD "The North American Load Security Research Project"
This video is a more detailed review and includes information on the project's purpose, methodology and research results. Recommendations used as the basis for the development of the Uniform North American Cargo Securement Standards as well as many practical tips are also included (44 minutes).
Available in English or French. Please specify on order form.
Member Govt.'s, Associate Members: $ 100.00
Non-members: $ 150.00
Both DVDs
Member Govt.'s, Associate Members: $ 120.00
Non-members: $ 180.00


All prices are specified in $CAD and do not include applicable taxes.
If you wish to order by phone please call (613) 736-1003, ext. 252,
or fax the publications order form at (613) 736-1395
or
To order via e-mail, please include your telephone number, title of publications
and member status and you will be contacted for billing information and instructions.

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