Essential Components of a Canadian Truck Driver File: A Detailed Guide
In this episode of the National Safety Code (NSC/CVOR) podcast, host Chris Harris, also known as Safety Dawg, provides a comprehensive breakdown of the essential and recommended contents of a truck driver file in Canada.
Chris outlines mandatory items such as the driver's license, motor vehicle record, records of convictions and collisions, and dangerous goods training certificates. He also discusses strongly recommended elements, including the truck driver application form, references, regular road tests, ongoing training, a current medical certificate, annual reviews, and a recall system for monitoring important expiration dates.
Chris emphasizes the importance of these records for both regulatory compliance and insurance purposes. Listeners are invited to text for a copy of the Safety Dawg Canadian Truck Driver Checklist to help keep their driver files organized.
00:00 Introduction to Truck Driver Files
00:33 Mandatory Requirements for Truck Driver Files
02:06 Recommended Practices for Truck Driver Files
04:00 Ongoing Training and Compliance
05:46 Conclusion and Resources
Keeping it Safety Dawg Simple!
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