2019 Truckers Guide PDF

SASKATCHEWAN
TRUCKERS’
GUIDE 2019
saskatchewan.ca
SASKATCHEWAN TRUCKERS’ GUIDE
Foreword
Several government organizations are responsible for various trucking programs and certain responsibilities may
overlap among them.
This guide is published to make it easier to understand which organizations are responsible for the information
you need. Areas of interest are listed in the table of contents according to an organization’s responsibility.
In a case where an overlap of duties exists, this guide will suggest other areas that should also be read.
This guide is current up to and including its publication date, but procedures and policies are subject to change.
For the most current information, please visit the following websites at www.highways.gov.sk.ca or
www.sgi.sk.ca. You may also call the appropriate telephone numbers listed throughout this guide.
Please note that this guide contains interpretations and guidance that may not apply in all cases. If you have any
doubt, please seek guidance specific to the vehicle concerned.
If there is any uncertainty with information provided in this guide or conflicting information with the legislation,
the relevant acts and regulations will supersede the information in this guide.
Provincial legislations and regulations can be found online at www.publications.gov.sk.ca/freelaw or by
contacting:
Publications Saskatchewan
Walter Scott Building Toll free: 1-800-226-7302
B-19 3085 Albert St Phone: 306-787-6894
Regina, SK S4S 0B1 Fax: 306-798-0835
Federal legislation and regulations can be found online at http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/ or by contacting:
Dept of Justice Canada Phone: 613-957-4222
Communications Branch Fax: 613-954-0811
Public Affairs Division Email: webadmin@justice.gc.ca
284 Wellington St.
Ottawa, ON K1A 0H8
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page
1 National Safety Code (NSC) 2

2 Certificate of Safety Fitness 2
3 Carrier Profile 3
4 Compliance Review Program (CRP) 3
5 Conditions of Carriage/Bills of Lading 4
6 Facility Audits 4
7 Record-Keeping Requirements 5
A Safety Message:
8 Licensing 6
It’s the law! 9 International Registration Plan (IRP) 7
Drivers must slow to 60 km/h when 10 Inter-jurisdictional Operation 12
encountering emergency vehicles; 11 Commercial Periodic Medical Reporting 14
in highway construction or orange 12 Drug and Alcohol Testing (Travelling to the U.S.) 15
zones; when a tow truck is stopped on 13 Allowed Uses of Commercial Vehicles 16
the roadside with its amber or amber 14 Insurance Requirements 22
and blue lights flashing; and around 15 Periodic Motor Vehicle Inspection (PMVI) Program 23
snow plows in winter; unless the 16 Permits 25
vehicle is on the opposite side of 17 Federal Hours of Service 27
a divided highway. 18 Provincial Hours of Service 30
19 Trip Inspection 33
20 Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Inspections 40
21 Load Security 40
22 Dangerous Goods 50
23 TDG Guidelines for Training Criteria 56
24 Weigh Scales and Enforcement 60
25 Gross Weight Chart 60
26 Saskatchewan Vehicle Weights and Dimensions 67
27 Permit Condition Guidelines for Provincial Highways 69
28 Provincial Sales Tax 79
29 Fuel Tax 80
30 Contacts 82
Weights Map Fold-out
Dimension Reference Chart Fold-out
1 National Safety Code

(NSC)
weight of 5,000 kg or more if
travelling to other jurisdictions.
Application for a Certificate
of Safety Fitness
The NSC is a code of minimum Note: In Saskatchewan, some exemptions apply. If operating within Saskatchewan
performance standards for the safe only (intra-provincial) or travel outside
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operation of commercial vehicles, Certificate of Safety Saskatchewan on permit, first-time
agreed to by all jurisdictions in Canada. Fitness registrants in the aforementioned classes
can obtain a Certificate of Safety Fitness
The NSC applies to all people responsible A Certificate of Safety Fitness contains from a motor licence issuer for $125.00
for the operation of commercial vehicles the NSC number, which is the unique (as of Jan 1, 2019).
on the road (these vehicles include identifier for each commercial operator.
trucks, buses, power units and trailers). As well, each Certificate of Safety Fitness If prorating for travel outside
has one of the following safety ratings: Saskatchewan under the International
In Saskatchewan, a National Safety Code
Registration Plan (IRP), first-time
Number is issued to: • satisfactory-audited; satisfactory- registrants in Class A can obtain a
• all commercially registered vehicles in unaudited; conditional; or Certificate of Safety Fitness from SGI -
Class A, C, D and LV with a registered unsatisfactory. Branch & IRP Issuing Services (306-751-
gross vehicle weight of 5,000 kg or The certificate is required to licence 1250). All commercial operators prorating
more traveling to other jurisdictions the following commercial vehicles in for travel outside Saskatchewan are
(extra-provincial) Saskatchewan: required to fill out an application before
a certificate is issued or vehicles
• all commercially registered vehicles • Commercial Class A, C, D and LV with are registered.
in Class A, C, D and LV with a gross a registered GVW of 11,794 kg or more
A replacement of an original Certificate of
vehicle weight of 11,794 kg or more if traveling in Saskatchewan only Safety Fitness may be obtained at any SGI
traveling within Saskatchewan only (intra-provincial) motor licence issuer for a fee of $15.00.
(intra-provincial)
• Commercial Class A, C, D and LV, as Note: The Traffic Safety Act requires that you carry a
• all vehicles registered in class PS, PB, well as Class F, with a registered GVW photocopy of this certificate in each vehicle that falls
and PC with a seating capacity of more of 5,000 kg or more if traveling to other under the NSC program as Saskatchewan Highway
than 10 persons including the driver Patrol Officers or other enforcement officers may ask
jurisdictions (extra-provincial)
to see it if they stop you roadside. Please keep your
• all vehicles registered in Class F • all vehicles registered in class PS, PB, original in your office records.
with a registered gross vehicle and PC with a seating capacity of more
than 10 persons including the driver
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To obtain a Certificate of Safety Fitness
the operator must: 3 Carrier Profile
4 Compliance Review
Program (CRP)
1. have a principal place of business The Carrier Profile system collects The CRP is designed to improve carrier
in Saskatchewan data on accidents, convictions, roadside performance by providing operators with
inspections and facility audit results for advice, training and information on proper
2. register a commercial vehicle as Saskatchewan commercially licensed trucking safety practices, and by using
described vehicles. This information is recorded gradually increasing sanctions. The CRP
3. provide proof of the required liability in the Carrier Profile system under the operates on the principles of:
and cargo insurance NSC number of the appropriate carrier. • fairness, in that the system applies
4. provide all background information The Carrier Profile Program monitors to all commercial vehicles
relating to the applicant’s previous the performance of each carrier. Each
infraction is given a point rating based • a graduated series of counselling
commercial operations. sessions and increasingly severe
on the severity of the infraction. If the
The NSC number contained on the total number of points reaches or warnings or sanctions
Certificate of Safety Fitness must exceeds a threshold level, the carrier’s • an opportunity for carriers to discuss
be provided to the motor licence file will be moved into the Compliance violations, detentions, accidents and
issuer or SGI – Branch & IRP Review Program (CRP). The carrier may audit results
Issuing Services any time a new be subjected to a facility audit by SGI –
or additional commercial vehicle is Carrier & Vehicle Safety Services. • the opportunity for carriers to
registered by the certificate holder. demonstrate they are willing to
Information on the Carrier Profile
For more information, call SGI – Branch & Program and access to the Carrier improve their safety/compliance
IRP Issuing Services at 306-751-1250 or Profile via the Internet can be obtained levels after being advised of less
SGI - Carrier & Vehicle Safety Services at from SGI at 306-751-1344 or toll than satisfactory performance
306-775-6630. free 1-800-667-8015, Ext: 1344. • further action will be taken to ensure
compliance for carriers unwilling or
unable to demonstrate improvement.
If a carrier progresses through the various
levels without a satisfactory resolution and
the safety performance deteriorates to the
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point where the carrier may not be safe

to continue to operate, a review will be
conducted to determine if a carrier should
5 Conditions of Carriage/
Bills of Lading 6 Facility Audits
Commercial operators providing a for-hire The Facility Audit Program is part of the
be given an “unsatisfactory” NSC rating. transportation service with Class A, C, National Safety Code. Carrier Safety
An “unsatisfactory” rating will result in D, LV or PB plated vehicles must comply Representatives examine the records of
cancellation of the Certificate of Safety with specific conditions of carriage. commercial carriers to ensure compliance
Fitness and the commercial certificates These regulations protect both carriers with the law and to check if necessary
of registration, with the result being and shippers and contain provisions safety programs are in place.
that the certificate holder can no longer such as proper packaging, marking of An audit may be performed randomly
operate commercial vehicles. freight and provisions for transporting or as a result of a poor safety record
Note: Appeals may be directed to the Highway and storage of food products. (i.e. too many accidents, convictions
Traffic Board: 306-798-0174 or Toll Free: or Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance
1-855-775-8336. Class A carriers must also use bills
of lading which must include: [CVSA] inspections placed out of service).
Information on the National Safety Code, CVSA inspections may be conducted
the Certificate of Safety Fitness and • name of the carrier
as part of the facility audit process if
Compliance Review Program can be • shipper the carrier does not have the minimum
obtained from SGI - Carrier & Vehicle required level 1, or five inspections
Safety Services, 306-775-6630. • origin
within the current two-year period.
• consignee
Facility Audit Program
• destination
In an effort to reduce confusion
• contents and weight. about safety requirements, Canadian
For information on the regulations, contact jurisdictions have agreed to a uniform
Saskatchewan Highway Patrol Inquiry standard of safety regulations. These
Line Toll Free 1-866-933-5290 or standards are known as the National
306-933-5290. Safety Code (NSC).
SGI – Carrier & Vehicle Safety Services
is responsible for conducting NSC facility
audits for Saskatchewan based carriers.
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The NSC applies to Class PB, PC and PS
(with more than 10 persons including the
driver), Class TS trailers being pulled by
7 Record-Keeping
Requirements
• copy of inspections performed in
another jurisdiction
Those commercial carriers to whom NSC • copy of all trip inspections
a NSC towing unit, and Class A, C, D and standards apply must maintain specific
LV vehicles being used for a commercial records. All records are to be kept at • copy of monthly reports of regular
purpose that: the carrier’s office in Saskatchewan and continuous inspections and
• are registered with a gross vehicle for the current plus 4 additional years. maintenance for all of the carrier’s
weight (GVW) over 11,793 kg and The following records will be required commercial vehicles
travel within Saskatchewan for a facility audit: • copy of defects received from any
• are registered with a GVW of 1. Driver Profile manufacturer of a commercial vehicle
5,000 kg or more when prorated or and records showing that the defect
• copy of a valid driver’s licence
travelling outside of Saskatchewan. has been corrected.
• driving record issued within last
Under the NSC, carriers with a poor 12 months 4. Accident Reports
safety record will be selected for facility • copies of all accidents involving the
audits. The Saskatchewan Carrier Profile • record of traffic and criminal driving
carrier’s commercial vehicle. These
system will identify carriers for audits. convictions, while operating the
records must identify the driver, date
Random audits will also be completed. employer’s commercial vehicle
and circumstances of the accident,
Note: If the officer needs to remove documents from • a driver must report and supply to the nature and amount of damage and
the site, a receipt will be provided. Documents are employer copies of any convictions,
returned at the end of the audit process.
information identifying the commercial
accidents, on-road or terminal vehicle involved.
Note: Class F, PV and LV (personal use) vehicles inspections at least once every 14 days.
are not subject to a facility audit. 5. Dangerous Goods
2. Hours of Service (See Section 17 & 18)
• copies of all shipping documents
3. Vehicle Maintenance Standards and manifests prepared under the
• copy of all on-road and terminal Dangerous Goods Regulations for
inspection reports a period of two years
• copy of all periodic motor vehicle • copy of any dangerous goods training
inspection certificates provided to a driver
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• for transportation of dangerous goods

information phone: 306-787-0703 or
see Section 22.
8 Licensing A truck or power unit registered as a
public service vehicle in plate class A is to
display identification on each side of the
• Full Saskatchewan Class A
vehicle showing:
Note: Dangerous goods training certificates expire registrations are available at all local
every three years and are valid only when working motor licence issuing offices. a) in clear and easily read letters that
for the employer listed on the training certificate. are not less than 5 cm in height,
Copies of training certificates must be kept by the • Certificates of Safety Fitness are also
the name and address of the holder
employer for five years from date of issue. available at issuing offices (See Sec 2,
of the certificate of registration for
6. Insurance (See Section 14) Certificate of Safety Fitness for details).
that vehicle;
Every carrier must maintain a written record • Application for prorate under the
b) in a clear manner and not less than
of their existing public liability coverage. International Registration Plan (IRP)
15 cm in height, the registered
must be made through SGI – Branch
7. CVSA Inspections trademark of the holder of the
& IRP Issuing Services, 306-751-1250.
• inspections may be completed at a certificate of registration for that
Certificates of Safety Fitness for prorated
carrier’s facility. vehicle; or
vehicles must be applied for through this
department. c) lettering or logo that may be allowed
8. Trip Inspection Reports
by the board.
(See Section 19) • The IRP Carrier Information Manual is
Keep reports on file for 6 months. available by contacting 306-751-1250.
A commercial carrier shall have a system • Light trucks (11 793 kg GVW and less)
for maintaining, reviewing and updating see CAVR page 9.
all of these records.
For information or assistance with
establishing a record-keeping system,
contact SGI - Carrier & Vehicle Safety
Services, 1-800-667-8015 ext: 6630 or
visit our website at www.sgi.sk.ca.
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9 International Registration
Plan (IRP)
United States
Alabama AL Nebraska NE
Who Should Obtain
Apportioned Registration?
The International Registration Plan Arizona AZ Nevada NV You may proportionally register
(IRP) is an optional program for licensing your vehicle(s) if you are based in
Arkansas AR New Hampshire NH
commercial vehicles travelling in two or Saskatchewan and travel in at least one
California CA New Jersey NJ other IRP jurisdiction and the vehicle is
more IRP jurisdictions. A jurisdiction may
be a province or state listed below. The Colorado CO New Mexico NM used, maintained or designed primarily
following jurisdictions are IRP members. Connecticut CT New York NY for the transportation of merchandise
Delaware DE North Carolina NC or for the transportation of passengers
Dist. of Columbia DC North Dakota ND for compensation.
Canadian
Florida FL Ohio OH As of January 1, 2016 charter buses must
Alberta AB
Georgia GA Oklahoma OK apportion or permit when operating in
British Columbia BC another province or jurisdiction.
Idaho ID Oregon OR
Manitoba MB Illinois IL Pennsylvania PA Apportioned Registration
New Brunswick NB Indiana IN Rhode Island RI To obtain an Apportioned Registration
Newfoundland and Labrador NL Iowa IA South Carolina SC in Saskatchewan, the registrant must:
Nova Scotia NS Kansas KS South Dakota SD 1. complete a National Safety Code
Kentucky KY Tennessee TN Safety Fitness Certificate Application
Ontario ON
Louisiana LA Texas TX 2. have an Established Place of Business
Prince Edward Island PEI
Maine ME Utah UT in the province of Saskatchewan
Quebec QC Maryland MD Vermont VT
3. have a company incorporated in the
Saskatchewan SK Massachusetts MA Virginia VA province of Saskatchewan
Michigan MI Washington WA
West Virginia WV 4. complete and submit an apportioned
Minnesota MN
Saskatchewan application
Mississippi MS Wisconsin WI
Missouri MO Wyoming WY 5. submit a copy of the bill of sale, lease
Montana MT agreement, new vehicle information
statement (NVIS) or Vehicle Import
Form when required
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6. pay statement of account in full. IRP fees do not include the following: International Registration Plan
All payments over $10,000 must (IRP) Base Plating Requirements
i. motor fuel taxes or fuel permit fees
be made by cash, certified cheque The IRP agreement requires carriers
or money order. ii. permits to exceed the maximum length, to maintain an Established Place of
width, height or axle limitations Business or reside in the jurisdiction
Payments must be:
iii. Operating Authorities issued by any where they base plate. These
Fees payable in Canadian Funds state or province requirements are itemized in the
iv. registration or licence fees of states IRP agreement.
Plates and cab cards are forwarded after
all registration requirements have been or provinces that are not IRP members Definitions
met and full payment has been received. v. adequate insurance coverage Base Jurisdiction
Plate(s) and cab card(s) will be forwarded
by SGI – Branch & IRP Issuing Services vi. single State registration fees/weight Three specific requirements a carrier
using the method specified by the carrier. distance tax. must adhere to:
Note: It is the responsibility of the carrier to meet all Restricted Vehicle • maintain an Established Place of
the requirements for each IRP jurisdiction in which
Restricted vehicles are not allowed to Business
they will be operating, which could include taxes,
operating authorities and/or other requirements.
be apportioned. A restricted vehicle is • distance is accrued by the fleet
a vehicle that:
To obtain a Federal Motor Carrier Safety • availability and maintenance
Administration Motor Carrier Operating i. is registered for a period of time that is of operational records.
Authority number (formerly called limited to less than a registration year
Established Place of Business
Interstate Commerce Commission) ii. has a specific geographic area or
call 1-800-832-5660. distance restriction as a condition A physical structure within the base
to the issuance of vehicle registration jurisdiction that is owned, rented or leased
The fees you pay to your base
by the applicant or registrant. It must be
jurisdiction for the apportioned plate(s) iii. has a commodity restriction as
open during normal business hours and
and cab card(s) are the licence plate a condition to the issuance of
staffed by one or more persons on a
and registration fees required for the vehicle registration or
permanent basis.
jurisdictions printed on your cab card. iv. is registered to the Government
Using an independent contractor’s office
of Canada.
or registration consultant does not qualify
for Established Place of Business. For the
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purpose of the applicant’s or registrant’s • applicant has paid real estate or Category B vehicles include:
trucking related business, credentialing, personal property taxes to Saskatchewan; a) a truck or truck-trailer combination
distance and fuel reporting, and
answering telephone inquiries does not
• applicant receives utility bills from having a registered vehicle weight
qualify as trucking related business. Some Saskatchewan in their name; or of less than 11,794 kg, used or
examples of making essential business • other factors that clearly indicate maintained for the transportation
decisions are booking loads, shipping/ the applicant’s legal residence of property;
receiving and maintaining vehicles. in Saskatchewan. b) a farm or fishing industry vehicle
The majority of the carrier’s essential of any weight;
What Is CAVR?
business decisions must be conducted c) a private bus;
at the Saskatchewan location to The Canadian Agreement on Vehicle
demonstrate that the company is Registration (CAVR) is an agreement d) a recreational motor vehicle;
maintaining a meaningful presence between all the Canadian provinces,
which provides for reciprocity benefits e) a truck of any weight that is registered
in the province.
that are not included under IRP. to the federal government or to a
Saskatchewan Residents provincial, municipal or regional
The following jurisdictions are members
Residents who do not meet all government; or
of CAVR:
the Established Place of Business f) a trailer, semi-trailer, converter
requirements are to register in the Alberta Nova Scotia
British Columbia Ontario dolly or container chassis or
jurisdiction in which they reside. their equivalent.
Manitoba Prince Edward Island
They must meet a minimum of three of B) Intra-jurisdictional reciprocity:
the following to determine if they are a New Brunswick Quebec
resident of Saskatchewan: Newfoundland Saskatchewan Saskatchewan allows the “intra”
and Labrador operation of Category B vehicles
• if an individual driver’s licence is issued (i.e. from point to point in the province)
A) Inter-jurisdictional reciprocity:
by Saskatchewan, # (customer number); for up to 90 cumulative days per
Full and free registration reciprocity calendar year (January to December).
• income tax returns have been filed from is granted to all the following Category
an address in Saskatchewan; Commercial vehicles operating intra for
“B” vehicles for inter-jurisdictional more than 90 days in a calendar year
• applicant has paid personal income operations travelling into or through in Saskatchewan require a single trip
taxes to Saskatchewan; Saskatchewan. registration permit, full Saskatchewan
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plates, or a pro-rated IRP registration. TABLE 1.0 Maximum GVW by Jurisdiction

Contact each Canadian jurisdiction Please note: Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) shown to be valid at the time of printing this manual may
for information on their requirements be subject to change according to each jurisdiction’s individual regulations. Weights are shown in kilograms (kg)
for Category B vehicles conducting for Canadian jurisdictions and pounds (lbs) for U.S. jurisdictions.
intra-operations.
Maximum Gross Weights by Max. Max.
Jurisdiction Operating Cab Card Exceptions/Conditions
Jurisdiction Weight Weight
For the most recent Maximum Gross Alabama *80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs *80,000 lbs (four-axle combination)
Weights, drivers should refer to the *84,000 lbs (five-axle combination)
Alaska *Not IRP Not IRP
section titled “Maximum gross weight by
Alberta 63,500 kg 63,500 kg
jurisdiction” in the IRP Carrier Information Arizona *80,000 lbs *80,000 lbs *Overweight permit over 80,000 lbs
Manual at the following website address: Arkansas 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
www.sgi.sk.ca/businesses/irp/index.html British Columbia 63,500 kg 63,500 kg
California 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs *Without overweight permit
Note: The maximum GVW’s shown may be subject
Colorado *85,000 lbs 80,000 lbs *Without overweight permit
to change according to each jurisdiction regulations.
Connecticut *None None *80,000 lbs with overweight permit ‘
Please check with each jurisdiction as needed. Delaware 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
Weights shown for Canadian jurisdictions District of Columbia 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
Florida 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
are in kilograms and in pounds for
Georgia 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
American jurisdictions. Idaho *129,000 lbs 130,000 lbs *80,000 lbs through 106,000 lbs with
(*To convert pounds to kilograms, divide by 2.2046.) (Weight is permit. 106,000 lbs through 130,000 lbs
shown in with special route permit. Registrants
Note: Before you decide to register for a weight are cautioned to check with Idaho before
even 2,000 lb
exceeding 80,000 lbs, check the maximum weights increments.) requesting weight over 106,000 lbs.
allowed on the Interstate highways. In a number of Illinois 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
U.S. states, special permits are required for vehicles Indiana 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
exceeding 80,000 lbs. Iowa None None *Special permit over 80,000 lbs
Kansas *85,500 lbs *85,500 lbs *Max. 80,000 lbs on KS Interstate System
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Max. Max. Max. Max.
Jurisdiction Operating Cab Card Exceptions/Conditions Jurisdiction Operating Cab Card Exceptions/Conditions
Weight Weight Weight Weight=
Kentucky *80,000 lbs *80,000 lbs Oklahoma *90,000 lbs 90,000 lbs *Annual permit required over 80,000 lbs
Louisiana 88,000 lbs 88,000 lbs *83,400 lbs – Interstate Ontario 63,500 kg 63,500 kg
Maine 100,000 lbs 100,000 lbs Oregon *105,500 lbs 105,500 lbs *Special permit over 80,000 lbs
Manitoba 63,500 kg 63,500 kg Pennsylvania 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
Maryland 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs PEI 62,500 kg 62,500 kg
Massachusetts *None None Over 80,000 lbs with overweight permit Quebec *8 axles 8 axles *Overweight permit needed over
Michigan 160,001 lbs 160,001 lbs 62,500 kg (137,500 lbs)
Minnesota *80,000 lbs Unlimited *Overweight permit over 80,000 lbs Rhode Island 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
Mississippi 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs Saskatchewan 63,500 kg 63,500 kg
Missouri *80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs *Overweight permit over 80,000 lbs South Carolina 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
Montana *138,000 lbs *138,000 lbs *Permit required South Dakota *None None *Must meet SD bridge weight laws.
Nebraska 94,000 lbs 94,000 lbs Overweight permit required over
Nevada 129,000 lbs 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs on Interstate.
New Brunswick 62,500 kg 62,500 kg Tennessee 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
Newfoundland Texas 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
and Labrador 62,500 kg 62,500 kg Utah *129,000 lbs 80,000 lbs *On divisible loads with overweight permit
New Hampshire *80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs *Overweight permit over 80,000 lbs *None *On non-divisible loads with
New Jersey 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs overweight permit
New Mexico 86,400 lbs 80,000 lbs Vermont 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
New York *None None *Overweight permit over 80,000 lbs Virginia 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
North Carolina *80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs *Overweight permit over 80,000 lbs Washington 105,500 lbs 105,500 lbs
North Dakota 105,500 lbs 105,500 lbs West Virginia 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
Nova Scotia 62,500 kg 62,500 kg Wisconsin 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs
Ohio 80,000 lbs 80,000 lbs Wyoming *117,000 lbs 117,000 lbs *Overweight permit over 117,000 lbs
*For vehicle weights and dimensions information in Saskatchewan, contact the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure at 306-787-4801 or 306-787-8540.
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10 Inter-jurisdictional
Operation
agreements and exceptions provide
registration exemptions for certain
vehicles and are discussed in this section.
Vehicles that exceed the above registered
or actual gross vehicle weight limits or
that are operating inter-provincially for
Saskatchewan Trucks more than 90 days in a calendar year
Operating Out of Province Registration Exemptions are subject to Saskatchewan registration
Anyone operating a commercial vehicle for Commercial Trucks requirements.
in another jurisdiction may require Canadian Agreement on Vehicle
registration in that jurisdiction. CAVR Farm Vehicles
Registration
Vehicles that are registered in another
• Individuals should contact other The following exemptions apply to trucks
Canadian Province, that are being
jurisdictions for registration and/or permit that are registered in a jurisdiction that is
used to transport goods into or out
requirements before starting the trip. a member of the Canadian Agreement
of Saskatchewan in the operation of
on Vehicle Registration (CAVR). More
• For United States destinations, the registered owners out of province
information on CAVR is available in
individuals should also check with farm are exempt from Saskatchewan
Section 9.
Canada and US Customs for further registration. Transporting goods point
information. CAVR 11 794 kg Exemption to point within Saskatchewan or for
Vehicles that are registered in the operation of a farm located in
• To obtain telephone numbers for permit Saskatchewan would require the vehicle
another Canadian jurisdiction with
offices in other Canadian or American to have Saskatchewan registration
both a registered weight and an actual
jurisdictions, refer to Section 30 of gross vehicle weight1 of less than or permits.
this guide. 11,794 kilograms are exempt from the
Registration Requirements requirement to obtain Saskatchewan Note: Permits may be necessary for vehicles that
registration or permits when travelling: exceed legal weight and dimension requirements,
for Out of Province Trucks
regardless of whether the vehicle qualifies for a
Generally speaking, vehicles that are • Inter-jurisdictionally (travel into and/or registration exemption. Call the SGI Permit Office
registered in another jurisdiction and out of, or straight through the province) at 306-775-6969 (Toll free inside Saskatchewan –
are being used in Saskatchewan for 1-800-667-7575) or for more information visit our
• Intra-jurisdictionally (travel from point to website at www.sgi.sk.ca/businesses/permits.
commercial purposes are required to
point within the province, providing the
have either Saskatchewan registration
or registration permits when travelling vehicle is not in the province for more
on Saskatchewan roads. Reciprocity than 90 cumulative days within
a calendar year)
1 actual gross vehicle weight is the sum of the weight of a truck and its load or a truck, trailer and its load
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Registration Options for Out inspection. It should also be noted that option for vehicles that make occasional
of Province Trucks Saskatchewan’s Ministry of Finance trips into or through Saskatchewan or that
Full Saskatchewan Registration
requires sales tax to be paid on the value are in the province on a short-term basis.
of the vehicle at the time of registration.
Non-resident companies may be eligible 40 km Radius Permits
to purchase full Saskatchewan plates. For more information on qualifying for full
Radius permits for registration are
Vehicles that are registered with full Saskatchewan registration or registering
available to vehicles that satisfy the
Saskatchewan plates are required to with non-resident dual registration, please
following requirements:
be located in and primarily used in call SGI’s Customer Service Center at
Saskatchewan. 1-800-667-9868. • The vehicle is operating within 40 km
For information regarding inspection of the point where they are loading in
Non-resident Dual Registration Saskatchewan; and
requirements, please contact SGI -
Non-resident companies that are working Carrier & Vehicle Safety Services at • Is staying within the borders of
in more than one jurisdiction may be 1-800-667-8015 ext: 6188. Saskatchewan.
eligible for a Saskatchewan licence plate
to be used in addition to the licence plate Pro-rated Vehicle Plates For more information on permits, call
from their home jurisdiction. In order to A vehicle that is pro-rated for the SGI Permit Office at 306-775-6969
be eligible for dual registration you must Saskatchewan through the International (1-800-667-7575 inside Saskatchewan).
provide proof of valid registration and Registration Plan (IRP) is considered fully Non-resident companies with vehicles that
insurance from your home province. registered to operate in Saskatchewan. are not registered with full Saskatchewan
While dual registration provides full IRP registration can be obtained through plates, dual registration or pro-rated
registration permission for travel in the vehicles’ home jurisdiction and is a for Saskatchewan through IRP, are
Saskatchewan, it does not provide the good option for vehicles that continually required to pay tax using one of the
same insurance coverage that is included operate in more than one jurisdiction. applicable methods outlined in Bulletin
with a full Saskatchewan plate. The Contact the IRP office in your home PST-38-Information for Non-Resident Real
dual registration option only provides jurisdiction for more information on Property and Service Contractors. For
basic third party liability coverage as a the process. more information regarding Provincial
secondary provider. Single Trip Registration Permits
Sales Tax, please visit www.
saskatchewan.ca or call the Ministry of
Vehicles registering with full Single trip registration permits are issued Finance at 1-800-667-6102.
Saskatchewan plates or the non-resident to vehicles that are travelling from one
dual registration options may be subject identified point to another, along a specific
to Saskatchewan “First Time Registered” route. Single trip permits are a good
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11 Commercial Periodic
Medical Reporting
Medical reports are required:
• every five years for drivers
Medical forms can be completed by your
Family Physician, Nurse Practitioner or
Occupational Health and Safety Nurse.
To obtain a Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 licence 18 to 45 years of age
or an Endorsement 1, 2, 3, 4, G (heavy All medical information is considered
trailer) or S (school bus), drivers must • every three years for drivers confidential under The Health Information
submit a medical report that meets the 46 to 65 years of age Protection Act.
requirements for a commercial licence • every year for drivers For further information, or a copy of the
before booking the written and road tests. 66 years of age or older. medical report form, visit www.sgi.sk.ca
After obtaining a commercial licence, Medical reports are requested prior to (Drivers/Medical Conditions and Driving
drivers are required to provide periodic the expiry of the driver’s licence. The Privileges) or contact SGI’s Medical
medical reports to maintain commercial commercial licence can be renewed if Review Unit:
driving privileges and the medical the medical meets the requirements. Telephone: 306-775-6176 in Regina,
authorization to operate vehicles across or toll free at 1-800-667-8015 ext. 6176
Canada and in the United States. If a medical report indicates a condition
that could affect the safe operation of Fax: 306-347-2577 in Regina, or toll free
If you have one of the following medical a commercial vehicle, more medical at 1-866-274-4417
conditions you are prohibited from information may be requested and the
operating in the United States and E-mail: mruinquiries@sgi.sk.ca
driver’s licence could be restricted,
a W restriction will be added to your changed to a Class 5 or suspended.
driver’s licence:
If a medical report is not returned on time,
1. Drivers with insulin dependent the driver’s licence will be renewed only
diabetes. as a Class 5 until a satisfactory medical
2. Drivers with an established medical report is received.
history or clinical diagnosis of epilepsy. Note: If you do not get your commercial licence
3. Drivers who do not meet the minimum reinstated within 5 years, you will be required to
complete commercial testing again (written, vision
hearing requirements to transport
and road exams).
dangerous goods.
4. Drivers currently operating under a
medical waiver.
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12 Drug and Alcohol
Testing (Travelling
to the U.S.)
the workplace. Carriers should also be
aware that penalties for non-compliance
range from $500 to $10,000 per violation.
ASSOCIATIONS
Canadian Trucking Association
416-249-7401
Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association
All Canadian and Mexican motor carriers For further information concerning the 506-855-2782
–truck and bus–who operate in the application of these rules, please contact L’Association du camionnage du Quebec
United States are subject to U.S. drug your provincial or regional truck/bus 514-932-0377
and alcohol testing rules. Large motor association or the nearest office of the Manitoba Trucking Association
carriers, with 50 or more drivers, have U.S. Federal Highway Administration. 204-632-6600
been subject to these U.S. rules since Saskatchewan Trucking Association
For testing/collection facilities, contact: 306-569-9696
July 1, 1996.
Alberta Motor Transport Association
It is important to note that under the Wellpoint Health 1-800-267-1003
U.S. drug and alcohol testing regulations, 201 Robin Crescent British Columbia Trucking Association
a motor carrier including an owner- Saskatoon, SK S7L 6C4 604-888-5319
operator, is responsible to ensure that Phone: 306-374-9079
Private Motor Truck Council of Canada
its drivers meet the requirements of the 905-827-0587
Fax: 306-374-7246
regulations. An owner-operator who is L’Association des proprietaires
or d’autobus du Québec
operating under a lease agreement to a #30 - 395 Park Street 418-522-7131
motor carrier may seek an arrangement Regina, SK S4N 5B2 Ontario Motor Coach Association
with the motor carrier to participate in the Phone: 306-586-0537 416-229-6622
driver testing established by the motor Fax: 306-586-6280 Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association
carrier. Independent owner-operators or 816-229-5791
are considered motor carriers under the Toll Free: 1-877-374-9079 Motor Coach Canada
regulations and therefore must assume or 416-229-9305
the corresponding responsibilities.
Booking Email:
It is strongly recommended that carriers ccbookings@wellpoint.ca
thoroughly familiarize themselves with General Email:
their obligations under these rules, as info@wellpoint.ca
well as the Canadian legal implications Website:
of adopting testing programs, before https://wellpointhealth.ca/drug-alcohol-testing/
substance use polices are adopted in
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U.S. DOT OFFICE OF

13 Allowed Uses of Class C:
MOTOR CARRIERS Commercial Vehicles 1. as a personal conveyance
Juneau, Alaska
907-465-3900 When registered, vehicles are placed 2. for the transportation of:
Olympia, Washington in a plate class based on size and how
i. passengers without compensation
360-705-7438 the vehicle will be used. The following
Boise, Idaho summarizes the allowed uses of the most ii. goods owned by the registered owner
208-334-8000 common plate classes: of the vehicle within an area having a
Helena, Montana radius of 55 km from the corporate
406-444-6200 Class A: limits of the city, town, village or hamlet
Bismarck, North Dakota 1. as a personal conveyance shown in certificate of registration
701-328-2500
2. for the transportation of: for the vehicle as the address of the
St. Paul, Minnesota
651-296-3000
registered owner
i. passengers without compensation
Madison, Wisconsin iii. Group I Exempt Commodities
608-246-3800 ii. any commodity
Lansing, Michigan
iv. Group II Exempt Commodities within an
Can be operated outside Saskatchewan area having a radius of 55 km from the
517-373-2090
as long as the vehicle is being operated corporate limits of the city, town, village
Albany, New York
518-457-6512 within the allowed uses of the plate class. or hamlet shown in the certificate
Montpelier, Vermont May require a permit from the jurisdiction of registration for the vehicle as the
802-828-2000 the vehicle is being operated in. May be address of the registered owner
Augusta, Maine eligible for registration through IRP.
207-624-3000 v. goods owned by the registered owner
Note: Eligible body styles are trucks and vans rated of the vehicle, where that owner is
greater than one ton, and power units.
a farmer and the goods are used in
the operation of a farm that is owned
or leased by the farmer or is being
purchased by him or her under an
agreement for sale
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vi. road construction machinery and 3. for the towing of damaged or vi. recreational equipment, where that
equipment and repair parts for that disabled vehicles. transportation is not in connection
machinery and equipment where the with any business, employment or
Can be operated outside Saskatchewan
owner of the machinery or equipment is: commercial enterprise
as long as the vehicle is being operated
a) the registered owner of the within the allowed uses of the plate class. vii. goods owned by a lessee of the
vehicle; and May require a permit from the jurisdiction vehicle where the vehicle:
b) a road construction contractor the vehicle is being operated in. Is not a) is a two-axle truck
eligible for registration through IRP.
vii. brush-breaking or land-clearing b) is leased from the registered owner
Note: Eligible body styles are trucks and vans rated
equipment owned by the registered of the vehicle pursuant to a written
greater than one ton, and power units.
owner of the vehicle where that agreement for the exclusive use by
owner is a brush-breaking or Class D: the lessee of the vehicle
land-clearing contractor 1. as a personal conveyance c) during the term of the lease
viii. any commodity within the corporate 2. for the transportation of: [mentioned in paragraph b)] and
limits of, and within an area having a pursuant to that lease the vehicle is
radius of 10 km from the corporate i. Group I Exempt Commodities and not operated by the registered owner
limits of the city, town, village or hamlet Group II Exempt Commodities or any employee of that owner
shown in the certificate of registration ii. goods owned by the registered owner viii. the registered owner of the vehicle and
for the vehicle as the address of the of the vehicle other employees of the employer of the
registered owner registered owner for the purposes of
iii. passengers without compensation
ix. recreational equipment, where that the business of the employer
iv. crude oil from an oil well
transportation is not in connection
with any business, employment or v. any commodity within the corporate
commercial enterprise limits of, and within an area having a
radius of 10 km from the corporate
x. crude oil within an area having a radius
limits of the city, town, village or hamlet
of 55 km from the oil well at which the
shown in the certificate of registration
crude oil is loaded
for the vehicle as the address of the
registered owner
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3. for the towing of damaged or The Vehicles for Hire Act and the A Class LV vehicle may not be used
disabled vehicles regulations made pursuant to the Act. to transport more than 8 students
4. for the towing of motor vehicles 5. For transporting co-workers when to and from school regardless if the
that may be registered pursuant to using a vehicle to travel to a common transportation is for compensation or
The Traffic Safety Act work destination for the purpose of not.
5. for the hauling of one motor vehicle the employer’s business. Note: Eligible body styles are vehicles that are rated
one ton or less such as trucks (¼ ton, ½ ton, ¾
that may be registered pursuant to 6. For transporting passengers as part ton, 1 ton), vans, sport utility vehicles and cars.
the Traffic Safety Act of a private car pool in which the
Note: Class LV vehicles that are operating with
participants agree to use one or more
a combined weight of 5 000 kg or more must
of their vehicles for the purpose of declare the gross vehicle weight on the registration
Can be operated outside Saskatchewan travelling to and from their place certificate.
as long as the vehicle is being operated of learning, employment or other
within the allowed uses of the plate class. common destination, and who agree Class LV vehicles being used
May require a permit from the jurisdiction to contribute or share in the expense commercially may be subject to the
the vehicle is being operated in. Is not of the trip. NSC requirements listed on page 2.
eligible for registration through IRP.
7. For transporting up to 8 students to Class TS:
Note: Eligible body styles are trucks and vans rated or from the school (morning pickup/ Trailers used for Commercial purposes
greater than one ton, and power units. afternoon drop-off). must be registered in Class TS. A Class
Class LV: 8. For transporting students, teachers TS trailer can haul commodities allowed
A vehicle registered in Class LV may be or chaperones for academic, under the towing vehicles plate class.
used for: athletic, or social events connected For example, a trailer towed behind a
to the programs of the school or Class C plated vehicle is authorized to
1. Hauling any commodity. school board, by a person who has carry any goods within the allowed uses
2. As a personal conveyance. been approved by the Principal of the Class C licence plate.
3. For transporting passengers without of the school through a student
compensation. transportation agreement.
4. For the transportation of passengers A vehicle that is registered in LV, that
for hire, if the driver is an affiliated has a seating capacity of more than 15
driver providing a vehicle-for-hire passengers, cannot rent or lease the
service (ride share) as defined in vehicle to another person.
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Perpetual Trailer Plates: • blankets, chairs, clothing, drapes, rugs • power line poles, telephone poles
Semi-trailers or trailers that are part of a or furs when being transported for the or railway ties
train combination pulled by a power unit purposes of dry cleaning • pregnant mare’s urine
have the option of registering with a Class • buildings in transit primary products of the farm, forest,
TS perpetual licence plate. Perpetual •
plates can be purchased for a one-time • mobile manufactured homes sea or lake in the initial movement
fee of $100 and are valid as long as you • Christmas trees from the farm, forest, sea or lake,
own the trailer. Insurance coverage is excluding milk or cream
not provided with a perpetual plate. • currency, liability items or related
banking items • raw honey.
Exempt Commodities Note: The Vehicle Classification and Registration
• egg crates or eggs Regulations further define many of the commodities
Group I Exempt Commodities means:
• fox or mink feed listed as Group I and Group II exempt commodities.
• Coal, earth, fodder, garbage, potatoes, Please reference the regulations for further detail.
grain, gravel, livestock, sand, septic • fresh or frozen fish
Passenger Carriers
tank sewage, wood, clay, sod, • Her Majesty’s mail
water, machinery and equipment Class PS (School Bus)
permanently mounted on a vehicle, • ice
A school bus may be used for:
chemicals used for pest and weed • lime, lumber, ore concentrate
a) A personal conveyance.
control, manufactured livestock food or peat moss
when transported to a farm, manure, b) To transport students to and from
• machinery and equipment required school.
materials used in the construction and to be repaired when transported by
maintenance of a road or bridge and a garage owner, machine shop owner c) Transporting students, teachers,
Impex rail containers (empty). employees or any other person
or implement dealer to and from
supervising the students, to an
Group II Exempt Commodities means: the customer’s residence or place academic, social or athletic event
• ashes, brick, briquettes, cement, cinder of business connected to the programs of the
blocks, coke, concrete blocks, rags, • milk being transported to a school board.
rigid composition sheeting for buildings, cheese factory for the purpose
scrap metal, slabs, stone or wooden of manufacturing it into cheese
fence posts • newspapers
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d) Teachers, educational officers and Class PS plates are only issued to which will need to be in place before
other persons employed by a school School Boards or people who are registration. See Section 14 for
board for any other purpose under contract with a School Board to further details.
connected with the performance provide student transportation. They Note: The requirement for the owner of a PB
of their duties. can only be registered to vehicles that vehicle to hold an Operating Authority Certificate
e) Any persons authorized by are manufactured and equipped in was removed from Legislation in June of 2018.
the school board where the accordance with Federal and Provincial
transportation is provided without equipment standards for school buses.
compensation and where no more See Section 14 regarding 3rd party
than four of those persons are liability insurance requirements.
passengers in the bus at any time.
Class PB
(i.e. A bus operator may transport
their spouse along the bus route Vehicles registered in Class PB may be
to town with the school board’s cars, vans, SUVs, pickups or buses.
permission.) 1. A vehicle in Class PB may be used to
f) Transporting an ill or injured person transport passengers or passengers
where no other transportation is and express parcels as part of a for
available. hire transportation service.
g) Emergency forest fire fighters 2. Passenger service must be a
when the registered owner has pre-booked charter or a regular
an agreement for such transport scheduled passenger service.
with the Ministry of Environment 3. A class PB vehicle may not be used
and Resource Management. for on-demand transportation such as
h) Goods owned by the registered a taxi or a vehicle-for-hire (rideshare)
owner. service.
i) Her Majesty’s mail. 4. The owner of a Class PB vehicle will
need to maintain additional amounts
of third party liability insurance,
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Class PC auto policy must be presented on each
Vehicles registered in PC Class can new application, renewal, or transfer
include passenger vehicles that are and the policy must show the third
buses, vans, etc. and can be licensed to party liability insurance amounts of
individuals, co-owners, and companies. $1,000,000 for 15 passengers or less
and $3,000,000 for 16 passengers
1. Class PC vehicles are used for the or more.
transportation of passengers for
compensation: 4. Applicant must present the “original”
valid Certificate(s) of Approval for each
a) within corporate limits of, and within vehicle being registered. The certificate
an area having 25 km from the must cover the full term of the vehicle
corporate limits of, the city, town, registration or a new Certificate of
village, or hamlet shown as the Approval must be completed and
address of the registered owner of signed by the authorized person in
the vehicle, or the community where the vehicle is
b) Provincially when the vehicle is being operated (e.g. city/town clerk,
used to transport individuals with administrator, or Band Chief if on
a disability and any attendants Indian Reserve.
travelling with those individuals. Note: A Certificate of Approval is “not required”
2. A vehicle that has a seating capacity if the registration is issued in the name of the city/
of fewer than 10 passengers may not town/village/hamlet.
be registered in Class PC unless it If you require further clarification on
is being used to transport individuals plate class eligibility and allowed uses,
with a disability and any attendants contact SGI’s Customer Service Center
travelling with those individuals. at 1-800-667-9868.
3. Applicant must present a valid copy
of the commercial auto policy (blanket
or showing the specific vehicles being
licensed) in the same name as the
vehicle registration. The commercial
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14 Insurance
Requirements
Insurance Requirements
Cargo
Insurance
Third Party
Liability
Notes
All individuals or companies holding
a Certificate of Safety Fitness are Class A – Only A Plated Vehicles Can Register Under IRP for Out-of-Province Travel
required to maintain extension insurance. * Exempt from Cargo Insurance if Hauling
Third party liability insurance and cargo 5,000 kg – 11,793 kg Yes* Yes
Low Value or Owner’s Own Goods
insurance is required before registering * Exempt from Cargo Insurance if Hauling
commercial vehicles in Saskatchewan. 11,794 kg & Greater Yes* Yes
Low Value or Owner’s Own Goods
Operators will be asked to supply a * Cargo Exemption: Low value goods are exclusively coal, earth, fodder, manure,
garbage, sand, gravel, sewage, clay, sod, water, stone or logs
Certificate of Insurance to SGI. If the
Certificate of Insurance is not provided, Class C & D – Cannot Register Under IRP But Can Leave the Province on Single Trip Permits
cancelled or not renewed, SGI – Carrier &
Vehicle Safety Services may suspend the 5,000 kg – 11,793 kg No Yes
Certificate of Safety Fitness and prevent * Exempt from Cargo Insurance if Hauling
11,794 kg & Greater Yes* Yes
any further commercial transactions from Low Value or Owner’s Own Goods
being conducted until it is received and
verified. The Certificate of Insurance Class LV – If Registered as Commercial or Business Purposes
must be provided annually upon renewal * Exempt from Third Party Liability Insurance
5,000 kg – 11,793 kg No Yes*
of your Commercial Auto Pak policy if Operating Only in Sask.
verifying 3rd party liability and cargo (if * Exempt from Cargo Insurance if Hauling
11,794 kg & Greater Yes* Yes
required). Low Value or Owner’s Own Goods
Contact SGI - Carrier & Vehicle Safety Class F No No

Services , 306-775-6630. Certificates
of Insurance may be faxed to
Class PB No Yes
306-775-1215 or emailed
to nscapp@sgi.sk.ca
Class PC No Yes
Class PS No Yes
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Minimum Insurance Coverage National Safety Code (NSC) Standard passengers, regardless of the class it is
Third Party Liability
11B - Periodic Motor Vehicle Inspection. registered in, requires inspection annually.
The Vehicle Inspection Regulations specify Trailers and semi-trailers registered in Class
Coverage: which vehicle classes require inspection TS or that would be registered in Class TS
• $1,000,000 – All carriers transporting under the PMVI Program, and The Vehicle if registered in Saskatchewan, dollies, jeeps
freight except dangerous goods Inspection Procedure Regulations specify and boosters equipped with air brakes, must
the frequency of inspections completed as be inspected annually.
• $2,000,000 – All carriers transporting part of the PMVI program.
dangerous goods This program is administered by SGI and
Trucks and power units with a registered inspections are completed by certified third-
Cargo Liability gross vehicle weight (GVW) at or above party inspection facilities. Vehicles that pass
Cargo amounts for all vehicles not 22,000 kg that are registered in commercial are issued a certificate and validation decal.
exceeding the following weight categories: classes A, C or D are subject to periodic
inspection. Trucks and power units with a No person or owner shall operate a
12,700 kg $15,000 registered GVW at or above 11,794 kg that registered vehicle or allow a vehicle to be
21,000 kg $20,000 operate inter-provincially and are registered operated that requires inspection which is
for commercial use classes A, C, D or LV, or not inspected and issued a valid inspection
37,000 kg $27,000 would be registered in Class A, C, D or LV if certificate.
over 37,000 kg $32,000 they were registered in Saskatchewan, are It is the operator’s or owner’s
also subject to periodic inspection. Power responsibility to keep track of inspection
Passenger Transportation
units require inspection semi-annually; and, certificate expiry dates and ensure
Passenger Capacity Insurance trucks require inspection annually. vehicles are inspected before expiry.
15 or less $1,000,000 PMVI’s completed on power units under They must also ensure a valid vehicle
Saskatchewan Preventative Maintenance inspection(s) sticker (PMVI) is displayed
16 or more $3,000,000
Inspection Program (PMP) are valid for where required by the municipality
and is in addition to amounts required one year. to operate.
under “The Automobile Accident
Vehicles registered in PB, PC or PS, or For more information on inspection
Insurance Act”.
would be registered in class PB, PC or PS requirements (including other vehicles),
if they were registered in Saskatchewan, vehicle standards and equipment and
15 Periodic Motor Vehicle
Inspection (PMVI)
Program
require inspection annually if operated solely
within Saskatchewan, and semi-annually
inspection stations, contact Carrier &
Vehicle Safety Services at 306-775-6188
if operated inter-provincially. Any vehicle or 1-800-667-8015 ext: 6188.
The Saskatchewan Periodic Motor Vehicle with a seating capacity of 15 or more
Inspection Program (PMVI) is based on 23
TABLE 2.0 Vehicles Requiring Inspection & Validity Term

Description Validation Term Additional Information
Taxi (PT) Municipal Bylaw No inspection unless required by municipal law
Bus / Van registered in a commercial class (PC, PB and PS), operating 12 Months
within Saskatchewan only
Bus / Van registered in a commercial class (PC, PB and PS), operating 6 Months
extra-provincially
Any vehicle with a seating capacity of 15 or more including driver 12 Months If travelling extra-provincially, please check the
requirements in the jurisdiction in which you are planning
on travelling to ensure compliance
Power Units registered in a commercial class (A, C or D) at or above 6 Months If operated under 25,000 km (15,500 miles), owner can
22,000 kg, operating within Saskatchewan only apply for a annual inspection exemption through VS&I
Trucks registered in a commercial class (A, C or D) at or above 12 Months
22,000 kg, operating within Saskatchewan only
Power Units registered in a commercial class (A, C, D or LV) at or above 6 Months Please check the requirements in the jurisdiction in which
11,794 kg and operating extra-provincially you are planning on travelling to ensure compliance
Trucks registered in a commercial class (A, C, D or LV) at or above 12 Months Please check the requirements in the jurisdiction in which
11,794 kg and operating extra-provincially you are planning on travelling to ensure compliance
Trailers registered in a commercial class (TS), dollies, jeeps and 12 Months If travelling extra-provincially, please check the
boosters equipped with air brakes requirements in the jurisdiction in which you are planning
on travelling to ensure compliance
Total Loss Vehicles (TLV) No expiry unless it becomes
a Total Loss Vehicle again
First Time Registered Vehicles (FTR) No expiry unless the vehicle
is registered outside of Sask.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and 5 Years Fuel storage cylinders and tanks may be subject to
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) separate inspection requirements, please check with
SaskPower Gas Inspections and the Technical Safety
Authority of Saskatchewan
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16 Permits Permit Office
(6 am - 10 pm) daily; except Christmas
Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
All permits are valid in Saskatchewan only.
Permits are available for a number of 1-800-667-7575
purposes such as: (Toll free in Saskatchewan)
Get information on highway conditions,
306-775-6969
• over dimensional loads (generally road closures, constructions zones,
(Regina and outside Saskatchewan)
available for non-divisible loads ferries and border crossings. Maps and
and subject to certain conditions) 306-775-6909 information are updated 3-4 times per day
(Fax) or as conditions require.
• overweight loads (restricted to
non-divisible loads and some Email: Road Restriction/Condition Information:
sgipermitoffice@sgi.sk.ca
permanently mounted equipment, Saskatoon Area . . . . . . . . 306-933-8333
subject to certain conditions) Website:
Regina Area . . . . . . . . . . . 306-787-7623
www.sgi.sk.ca/businesses/permits
• single trip commercial vehicle Toll-Free in Canada . . . 1-888-335-7623
registration
For information on the vehicle On the Sasktel cell Network, dial *ROAD
• single trip upgrade or change weights and dimension regulations (*7623)
of registration class. or permit policy contact: Highway Hotline website:
Majority of permits are issued over Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways www.saskatchewan.ca/highwayhotline
the phone by the Permit Office, and Infrastructure
Saskatchewan Government Insurance
Trucking Policy and Regulation Unit
9th Floor, 1855 Victoria Avenue
Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 3T2
306-787-4801 or 306-798-0172 (Fax)
https://www.saskatchewan.ca/
business/transportation-and-road-
construction/information-for-truckers-
and-commercial-trucking-companies
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Transportation Partnership Trucking Partnership Programs (TPP) are For further information, please contact
Program: industry specific; there are specific criteria your nearest Trucking Partnership
Transportation Partnership Programs and conditions for partnership agreements Program region office:
allow shippers or receivers in based on the industry involved. The Northern Region (Prince Albert):
Saskatchewan to increase productivity following are programs within the
through reduced transportation costs Transportation Partnership Program: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .306-953-3666
by using vehicles which safely exceed 1. Bulk Haul Program - for the movement Central Region (Saskatoon):
current regulated weights and/or of bulk products at weights exceeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306-933-6136
dimensions. In exchange for this privilege, regulations.
partners pay for any incremental damage Southern Region (Regina):
to provincial infrastructure. 2. Timber Program - for the movement
of raw and finished timber products to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .306-787-9468
Trucking Partnership Agreements and from the processing facility. For further information, please visit:
(TPA): 3. Over-Dimensional Vehicle Program - highways.gov.sk.ca/trucking-programs
A Trucking Partnership Agreement (TPA) For multiple piece loads that exceed
is an agreement between the Ministry and regulation length or width that are not
a shipper (origin) or receiver (destination) covered by SGI Permit office.
to allow the movement of goods by trucks
4. Container Transfer Programs - for
that:
efficient transport of loaded and empty
a) Carry Divisible Loads containers.
b) Exceed regulated weights and/or 4. Value Added Agricultural Products
dimensions Program - To bridge the gap to the
c) Make multiple trips and primary weight system for specific
Agricultural Products.
d) Are on defined routes
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17 Federal Hours
of Service
Exemptions
There are a number of vehicle types
How Many Hours Can I Drive?
The regulations limit the hours a driver
What Are Hours Of Service and classes of vehicles that are exempt can drive in a day to:
Regulations? from the hours of service regulations. • 13 hours driving in a day
These are:
Drivers of commercial vehicles are • no driving after 14 hours of on-duty
limited in the number of hours they • emergency vehicles
time in a day.
can drive. Federal regulations apply • vehicles providing disaster relief
to carriers (and their drivers) whose They also limit the hours to be driven
business takes them across provincial • two and three axle trucks transporting in any shift to:
or international boundaries. primary products of a forest, farm, sea • 13 hours after having eight consecutive
or lake, and their return trip if empty, hours off-duty, or in addition to
What Is A Commercial Vehicle?
or loaded with goods to be used in the above, a driver cannot drive a
A commercial vehicle under the federal the operation of the forest, farm, sea
regulations is any truck, power unit, commercial vehicle after they have
or lake. been on duty for 14 hours or more
semi-trailer or trailer with a gross vehicle
weight of more than 4 500 kg, or a bus What Is The Difference Between (until he/she has taken 8 consecutive
with a designated seating capacity of A Day And A Shift? hours off duty). On-duty time includes
more than 10 passengers, including A day is the 24-hour period that starts driving time.
the driver. Under provincial regulations at a time determined by the carrier. • no driving after the accumulation of
a commercial vehicle is defined as a It will usually be midnight to midnight the 16 hours in a shift (this includes
truck, power unit, semi-trailer or trailer and will determine what hours are all off-duty time less than 8
or any combination of the above with contained within the log sheet. A driver
a registered gross vehicle weight of consecutive hours).
requires 10 hours of off-duty time each
more than 5 000 kg, or a bus with a day (without deferral).
designated seating capacity of more
than 10 passengers, including the driver. A shift (when you start work) commences
at the end of at least 8 consecutive hours
of off-duty time and stops at the beginning
of the next 8 hours of off-duty time.
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Cycles Adverse Driving Conditions • loading and unloading commercial

The regulations further limit the number A driver may exceed his/her on-duty vehicles
of hours that a driver can drive after time by not more than two hours when • inspecting or checking a load
having been on duty for two possible encountering unexpected or unplanned
cycles (more commonly known as the adverse weather. When a driver makes • vehicle or load inspection at a weigh
weekly caps). These are: use of this provision, a note of this shall scale or customs office
be made in the remarks portion of the waiting at an enroute point due to
• 70 hours in seven days •
daily log. an accident or other occurrence
• 120 hours in 14 days.* Emergencies
*If using the 120/14 cycle the driver must take
• performing any other work in the capacity
24 consecutive hours off before completing 70 hours
A driver may exceed driving and on-duty of a carrier or driver who is employed or
of on-duty time under the cycle. time to reach a destination that would otherwise engaged by a carrier.
provide safety for commercial vehicle
The carrier/driver can select whichever occupants and for other users of the road Do I Need A Daily Log?
cycle they wish their drivers to operate or security for the commercial vehicle and The regulations require the use of daily
under, but the cycle must be declared on its load. When a driver makes use of this logs by commercial vehicle drivers
the driver’s daily log. The cycle cannot be provision, a note of this shall be made in (other than those who are generally
changed until the driver takes at least the the remarks portion of the daily log. exempted from the regulations).
equivalent of the reset provision:
When Am I “On-Duty”? The daily log must contain the
• 36 hours consecutive if switching following information:
from cycle 1 to cycle 2 On-duty time is time that begins when
a driver starts work or is required by the • the date
• 72 hours consecutive if switching carrier to be available to work and ends
from cycle 2 to cycle 1. when the driver stops work or is relieved • name of driver (printed)
of responsibility by the carrier. Some • the odometer reading at the beginning
typical examples of on-duty time are: of the day and the end of the day
• inspecting, servicing, repairing, • total distance driven during day
or starting a commercial vehicle
• co-driver name (printed), if any
• driving time
• license plate or unit #
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• starting time of the log sheet, if not Driver Possession of Daily Logs Are There any Exceptions to the
12:00 midnight Under the regulations, the driver is Off-Duty Time Required by the
required to have in his/her possession Regulations?
• home terminal name and address
of the motor carrier the daily log for the current day and There are two exceptions to the off-duty
duplicate copies of their daily logs for the requirements:
• name and address of the principal preceding 14 consecutive days. Within 1. Sleeper Berth Option (Useful option
place of business of the motor carrier, 20 days of completing the daily log, a especially for team drivers)
if not the home terminal driver must forward the original log sheet, You can accumulate the equivalent to
along with supporting documents, to the the 10 hours of off-duty time required
• total hours spent in each duty status
home terminal of the motor carrier. in a day and the 8 consecutive hours of
period, shown to the right of the
graph grid Log Book Exemption off-duty time required to start and stop a
shift by taking two periods of rest in the
• driver’s signature (at end of day) A driver is exempt from maintaining a log
sleeper berth, where:
while operating within a 160 km radius
• name of municipality or location of his/her home terminal providing he/ Team Driver
on a highway and the name of the she returns to the home terminal and • neither of the rest periods is less than
province or state where any change is released from work to begin 8 hours 4 hours
of duty status occurs off duty. The 160km radius includes
crossing Provincial boundaries. As well, • the two rest periods equal or exceed
• the cycle that the driver is 8 hours
the carrier must maintain accurate and
operating under • the total of the two periods of driving
legible records showing, for each day, the
• an indication in the remarks section driver’s duty status and elected cycle, the time immediately before and after
that the driver is using the deferral hour at which each duty status begins and either of the rest periods does not
option and which day the driver is ends, and the total number of hours spent exceed 13 hours and there is no driving
operating under of the deferral. in each status. The carrier must keep after the 14th hour of on-duty time
these records for a minimum period of before and after either of rest periods
“Supporting Documents” includes but 6 months after the day on which they • there is no driving after the 16th hour
is not limited to: bills of lading, shipping were recorded. Driver is also exempt if in the shift
documents, fuel and accommodations not driving under a permit issued under
receipts for expenses incurred en route.
• off duty time is in sleeper berth
the Federal Hours of Service Regulations.
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the deferral is recorded in the remarks

18 Provincial Hours
Single Driver •
• off duty is spent in sleeper berth section of the daily log stating that the of Service
• neither of the rest periods is less driver is deferring off-duty time and
indicates either day one or day two What Are Hours Of Service
than two hours Regulations?
• the two rest periods equal or exceed • shift rules must be maintained
Drivers of commercial vehicles are limited
10 hours • the off-duty time deferred is not part in the number of hours they can drive.
• the total of the two periods of driving of the 8 consecutive hours off-duty. Saskatchewan has provincial hours of
time immediately before and after service regulations. These regulations
For questions regarding Hours of Service,
either of the rest periods does not apply to carriers (and their drivers) whose
contact: In Saskatchewan toll free
exceed 13 hours and there is no business is totally within the province.
1-866-933-5290; Outside Saskatchewan
driving after the 14th hour of on-duty
306-933-5290. What Is A Commercial Vehicle?
time before and after either of the
rest periods The Canadian Council of Motor Under provincial regulations a commercial
• there is no driving after the 16th hour Transport Administrators (CCMTA) vehicle is defined as a truck and trailer
in the shift has produced an “Application Guide” or truck and semi-trailer combination
for the Hours of Service Regulations. with a registered gross vehicle weight
2. Reduction in Off-Duty Daily Hours This document is available on their of more than 5,000 kg, or a vehicle with
A driver may defer the two extra hours website at www.ccmta.ca. a designated seating capacity of more
in the 10 hours of off-duty time normally than 10 passengers.
Electronic Log Devices
required, every second day by the two
Despite the requirements of Subsection Exemptions
extra hours, provided:
83 (b), electronic daily logs will be There are a number of vehicle types and
• the total driving time in the two days accepted and treated as conventional classes of vehicles that are exempt from
does not exceed 26 hours daily logs when required by the the hours of service regulations. These are:
• the total off-duty time in the two days Commercial Vehicle Drivers Hours of
Service Regulation or the Commercial • emergency vehicles
is at least 20 hours
Vehicle Hours of Service Regulation. • city buses
• the driver adds the deferred time to the
An electronic daily log produced by a
next off-duty period of eight hours wholly • vehicles providing disaster relief
driver or co driver must contain the same
within the second day
information in the same format that is • two and three axle trucks
• the driver is not using the split sleeper required by regulation for a handwritten
berth option
• vehicles registered in class ‘F’
daily log. This includes the duty status
graph grid.
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How Many Hours Can I Drive? When Am I “On-Duty”? The daily log must contain the following
The regulations limit the hours a driver On-duty time is time that begins when information:
can drive in a day to: a driver starts work or is required by the • the date
carrier to be available to work and ends
• 13 hours driving in a day • name of driver (printed)
when the driver stops work or is relieved
• no driving after 15 hours of on-duty of responsibility by the carrier. Some • the odometer reading at the beginning
time in a day. On-duty time includes typical examples of on-duty time are: of the day and the end of the day
driving time. • inspecting, servicing, repairing, • total distance driven during the day
Adverse Driving Conditions or starting a commercial vehicle
• co-driver name (printed), if any
A driver may exceed his/her on-duty • driving time
time by not more than two hours when • license plate or unit #
• loading and unloading commercial
encountering unexpected or unplanned • starting time of the log sheet, if not
vehicles
adverse weather. When a driver makes 12:00 midnight
use of this provision, a note of this shall • inspecting or checking a load
be made in the remarks portion of the • home terminal name and address of
• vehicle or load inspection at a weigh the motor carrier
daily log.
scale or customs office
Emergencies
• name and address of the principal
• waiting at an enroute point due to an place of business of the motor carrier,
A driver may exceed driving and on-duty accident or other occurrence if not the home terminal
time to reach a destination that would
provide safety for commercial vehicle • performing any other work in the • total hours spent in each duty status
occupants and for other users of the road capacity of a carrier or driver who period, shown to the right of the
or security for the commercial vehicle and is employed or otherwise engaged graph grid
its load. When a driver makes use of this by a carrier
provision, a note of this shall be made in • driver’s signature (at end of day)
Do I Need A Daily Log?
the remarks portion of the daily log. • name of municipality or location on a
The regulations require the use of daily highway and the name of the province
logs by commercial vehicle drivers (other or state where any change of duty
than those who are generally exempted
status occurs
from the regulations).
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“Supporting Documents” includes but Are There any Exceptions to the 2. Weekly Exception
is not limited to: bills of lading, shipping Eight Hours Consecutive Off-Duty
Subject to the eight consecutive hours
documents, fuel and accommodations Time Required by the Regulations?
of off-duty time required in a day, a
receipts for expenses incurred en route. There are two exceptions to the off-duty driver may, once in any period of seven
Driver Possession of Daily Logs requirements: consecutive days, reduce their off-duty
1. Sleeper Berth Option time by up to 4 hours if:
Under the regulations the driver is
required to have in his/her possession A driver who is driving a commercial • the driver’s immediately preceding
the daily log for the current day. Within vehicle that is equipped with a sleeper on-duty time did not exceed 15 hours
20 days of completing the daily log, a berth may accumulate the eight in the period; and
driver must forward the original log sheet, consecutive hours of off-duty time
along with supporting documents, to the required by having one period of rest in
• the driver’s off-duty time prior to the
home terminal of the motor carrier. the sleeper berth immediately preceding beginning of the next period of driving
the on-duty time and one period of rest in is not less than the total of eight hours
Log Book Exemption and the number of hours by which the
the sleeper berth immediately following
A driver is exempt from maintaining a log that on-duty time, where: driver’s required hours of off-duty time
while operating within a 160 km radius were reduced. This exception does not
of his/her home terminal providing he/she • neither of those rest periods is less than
apply when a reduction in the number
returns to the home terminal, and does two hours; and
of hours of off-duty time jeopardizes
not exceed 15 hours on-duty time. As • the total of the hours of driving time or is likely to jeopardize the safety or
well, the carrier must maintain accurate immediately preceding and immediately health of a driver or the public.
and legible records showing all on-duty following each rest period does not
time of the driver. The carrier must keep exceed 13 hours.
these records for a minimum period
of 6 months after the day on which
they were recorded.
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19 Trip
Inspection
•
•
fuel system
general defects
Drivers are required to forward copies of
their trip inspection reports to the carrier
every 20 days and carriers are required
All commercial vehicles registered at or
• glass and mirrors to keep the reports on file for 6 months.
over 11,794 kg and buses with a seating
capacity of more than 10 people must • heater/defroster The report form is not prescribed in
be inspected by the driver or a qualified regulation; however, it must contain
• horn
person every 24 hours that they are used. the following information:
The carrier must supply a list of inspection • hydraulic brake system (if applicable) • licence plate or unit number
items to the person doing the inspection in • lamps and reflectors of the vehicle
the form of Schedule I of the Regulations.
This Schedule must be carried by the • steering • carrier’s name
driver and produced on demand. suspension system
• • date and time of inspection
Items that must be inspected are
• tires • city, town, village or highway location
as follows:
• wheels, hubs & fasteners where the inspection was performed
• air brake system
• windshield wiper/washer • the person conducting the inspection
• cab must sign a declaration that the vehicle
The inspection shall be recorded on has been inspected in accordance with
• load security an inspection report, either on paper or
the applicable requirements
• coupling devices electronically, that must be carried in the
vehicle and produced for inspection on • the legibly printed name of the person
• dangerous goods (if any)
request of a peace officer. When defects conducting the inspection
• driver controls are detected, they must be noted on the
inspection report and reported to the
• odometer reading (if equipped)
• driver seat
motor carrier forthwith. Minor defects must Note: There are exemptions to the regulations.
• electric brake system (if applicable) be repaired before the next trip inspection. Two and three axle farm trucks when used in farming
If major defects are encountered the operations, emergency vehicles, urban transit buses,
• emergency equipment & safety devices recreational vehicles and vehicles responding to
commercial vehicle must not be driven
natural disasters are exempt from these regulations.
• exhaust system until the defects are repaired.
• frame and cargo body
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SCHEDULE 1.0 – Truck, Tractor and Trailer

Application
This schedule applies to trucks, tractors and trailers or combinations thereof exceeding a registered gross vehicle weight of 11,794 kg.
Inspection Defect(s) Major Defect(s)
Air Brake System - Audible air leak - Pushrod stroke of any brake exceeds the adjustment limit
- Slow air pressure build-up rate - Air loss rate exceeds prescribed limit
- Inoperative towing vehicle (tractor) protection system
- Low air warning system fails or system is activated
- Inoperative service, parking or emergency brake
Cab - Occupant compartment door - Any door fails to close securely

fails to open
Cargo Securement - Insecure or improper load covering - Insecure cargo

(e.g. Wrong type or flapping in the wind) - Absence, failure, malfunction or deterioration of required cargo
securement device or load covering
Coupling Devices - Coupler or mounting has loose or - Coupler is insecure or movement exceeds prescribed limit
missing fastener - Coupling or locking mechanism is damaged or fails to lock
- Defective, incorrect or missing safety chain/cable
Dangerous Goods - Dangerous goods requirements set out in The Dangerous Goods
Transportation Act not met
Driver Controls - Accelerator pedal, clutch, gauges, audible

and visual indicators or instruments fail to
function properly
Driver Seat - Seat damaged or fails to remain in - Seatbelt or tether belt is insecure, missing or malfunctions
set position
Electric Brake System - Loose or insecure wiring or - Inoperative breakaway device

electrical connection - Inoperative brake
Emergency Equipment and Safety Devices - Emergency equipment is missing

damaged or defective
Exhaust System - Exhaust leak - Leak that causes exhaust gas to enter the occupant compartment
Frame and Cargo Body - Damaged frame or cargo body - Visibly shifted, cracked, collapsing or sagging frame member(s)
Fuel System - Missing fuel tank cap - Insecure fuel tank

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General - Audible air leak - Serious damage or deteroriation that is noticable and may affect the vehicle’s safe operation
- Slow air pressure build-up rate
Glass and Mirrors - Required mirror or window glass fails to - Any door fails to close securely
provide the required view to the driver as a
result of being cracked, broken, damaged,
missing or maladjusted
- Required mirror or glass has broken or
damaged attachments onto vehicle body
Heater/Defroster - Control or system failure - Defroster fails to provide unobstructed view through the windshield
Horn - Vehicle has no operative horn
Hydraulic Brake System - Brake fluid level is below indicated - Parking brake is inoperative
minimum level - Brake boost or power assist is not operative
- Brake fluid leak
- Brake pedal fade or insufficient brake pedal reserve
- Activated (other than ABS) warning device
- Brake fluid reservoir is less than 1/4 full
Lamps and Reflectors - Required lamp does not function as intended When lamps are required
- Required reflector is missing or - Failure of both low-beam headlamps
partially missing - Failure of both rearmost tail lamps
At all times:
- Failure of one rearmost turn-indicator lamp
- Failure of both rearmost brake lamps
Steering - Steering wheel lash (free-play) - Steering wheel is insecure, or does not respond normally
is greater than normal - Steering wheel lash (free-play) exceeds required limit
Suspension System - Air leak in air suspension system - Patched, cut, bruised, cracked to braid, mounted insecurely, or deflated airbag
- Broken spring leaf - Cracked or broken main spring leaf or more than one broken spring leaf
- Suspension fastener is loose, - Part of spring leaf or suspension is missing, shifted out of place or is in contact with another
missing or broken vehicle component
- Loose U-bol
Tires - Damaged tread or sidewall of tire - Flat tire

- Tire leaking (if leak can be felt or heard, - Tire tread depth is less than wear limit
the tire is to be treated as flat) - Tire is in contact with another tire or any vehicle component other than mud-flap
- Tire is marked “Not for highway use”
- Tire has exposed cords in the tread or outer side wall area
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Wheels, Hubs and Fasteners - Hub oil below minimum level (when fitted with - Wheel has loose, missing or ineffective fastener
sight glass) - Damaged, cracked or broken wheel, rim or attaching part
- Leaking wheel seal - Evidence of imminent wheel, hub or bearing failure
Windshield Wiper/Washer - Control or system malfunction When necessary for prevailing weather conditions:
- Wiper blade damaged, missing or fails to - Wiper or washer fails to adequately clear driver’s field of vision in area swept by driver’s
adequately clear driver’s field of vision side wiper
SCHEDULE 2.0 – Bus

Application
This schedule applies to buses designed, constructed and used for the transportation of passengers with a designated seating capacity of more than 10, including the
driver, but excluding the operation for personal use, and also applies to any trailer towed by a bus
Accessibility Devices Accessibility device may not be used if: - Vehicle fails to return to normal level after “kneeling”
- Alarm fails to operate - Extendable lift, ramp or other passenger-loading device fails to retract
- Equipment malfunctions
- Interlock system malfunctions
Air Brake System - Audible air leak - Pushrod stroke of any brake exceeds the adjustment limit
- Slow air pressure build-up rate - Air loss rate exceeds prescribed limit
- Inoperative towing vehicle (tractor) protection system
- Low air warning system fails or system is activated
- Inoperative service, parking or emergency brake
Cargo Securement - Insecure or improper load covering - Insecure cargo

(e.g. Wrong type or flapping in the wind) - Absence, failure, malfunction or deterioration of required cargo securement device or
load covering
Coupling Devices - Coupler or mounting has loose or - Coupler is insecure or movement exceeds prescribed limit
missing fastener - Inoperative brake
- Coupling or locking mechanism is damaged or fails to lock
- Defective, incorrect or missing safety chain/cable
Dangerous Goods - Dangerous goods requirements set out in

The Dangerous Goods Transportation Act not met
Doors and Emergency Exits - Door, window or hatch fails to open or When the vehicle is carrying passengers: Required emergency exit fails to function
close securely as intended.
- Alarm inoperative
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Driver Controls - Accelerator pedal, clutch, gauges audible and visual indicators or - Accelerator sticking and engine fails to return to idle
instruments fail to function properly When the vehicle is carrying passengers:
- Driver’s view of the road is obstructed in the area swept by the
windshield wipers
Driver Seat - Seat damaged or fails to remain in set position - Seatbelt or tether belt is insecure, missing or malfunctions
Electric Brake System - Loose or insecure wiring or - Inoperative breakaway device

electrical connection - Inoperative brake
Emergency Equipment - Emergency equipment is missing damaged

and Safety Devices or defective
Exhaust System - Exhaust leak - Leak that causes exhaust gas to enter the occupant compartment
Exterior Body and Frame Insecure or missing body parts - Insecure or missing compartment door
- Damaged frame or body
- Visibility shifted, cracked, collapsing or sagging frame member(s)
Fuel System - Missing fuel tank cap

- Insecure fuel tank
- Dripping fuel leak
General - Serious damage or deterioration that is noticeable and may affect

the vehicle’s safe operation
Glass and Mirrors - Required mirror or window glass fails to provide the required Passengers may not be carried.
view to the driver as a result of being cracked, broken, damaged, - Driver’s view of the road is obstructed in the area swept by the
missing or maladjusted windshield wipers
- Required mirror or glass has broken or damaged attachments
onto attachments onto vehicle body
Heater/Defroster - Control or system failure - Defroster fails to provide unobstructed view through the windshield
Horn - Vehicle has no operative horn
Hydraulic Brake System - Brake fluid level is below indicated minimum level - Parking brake is inoperative
- Brake boost or power assist is not operative
- Brake fluid leak
- Brake pedal fade or insufficient brake pedal reserve
- Activated (other than ABS) warning device
- Brake fluid reservoir is less than 1/4 full
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Lamps and Reflectors - Required interior lamp does not function When lamps are required:
as intended - Failure of both low-beam headlamps
- Required reflector is missing or partially missing - Failure of both rearmost tail lamps
- Passenger safety or access lamp does At all times:
not function - Failure of a rearmost turn-indicator lamp
- Failure of both rearmost brake lamps
Passenger Compartment - Stanchion padding is damaged When affected position is occupied:

- Damaged steps or floor - Malfunction or absence of required passenger or mobility device restraints
- Insecure or damaged overhead luggage rack - Passenger seat is insecure
or compartment
- Malfunction or absence of required passenger
or mobility device restraints
- Passenger seat is insecure
Steering - Steering wheel lash (free-play) is greater - Steering wheel is insecure, or does not respond normally
than normal - Steering wheel lash (free-play) exceeds required limit
Suspension System - Air leak in air suspension system - Patched, cut, bruised, cracked to braid, mounted insecurely, or deflated airbag
- Broken spring leaf - Cracked or broken main spring leaf or more than one broken spring leaf
- Suspension fastener is loose, missing or broken - Part of spring leaf or suspension is missing, shifted out of place or is in contact with
another vehicle component
- Loose U-bolt
Tires - Damaged tread or sidewall of tire - Flat tire

- Tire leaking (if leak can be felt or heard, the tire is - Tire tread depth is less than wear limit
to be treated as flat) - Tire is in contact with another tire or any vehicle component other than mud-flap
- Tire is marked “Not for highway use”
- Tire has exposed cords in the tread or outer side wall area
Wheels, Hubs and Fasteners - Hub oil below minimum level (when fitted with - Wheel has loose, missing or ineffective fastener
sight glass) - Damaged, cracked or broken wheel, rim or attaching part
- Leaking wheel seal - Evidence of imminent wheel, hub or bearing failure
Windshield Wiper/Washer - Control or system malfunction When necessary for prevailing weather conditions:
- Wiper blade damaged, missing or fails to - Wiper or washer fails to adequately clear driver’s field of vision in area swept by
adequately clear driver’s field of vision driver’s side wiper
NOTE: Motor Coach operators please refer to the Trip Inspection Regulation For Schedule 3 (Motor Coach – Daily) & Schedule 4 (Motor Coach - 30 days or 12 000km).
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Trip Inspection Report (sample)
Date ___________________________________ Time ________________ Location of Inspection __________________________
Name ________________________________________________________ Carrier Name ________________________________

Print name of person performing inspection
Licence Plate and/or Unit No: Truck/Tractor _______________ Trailer(s) _____________ Odometer Reading(if equipped) _______
Results of Inspection:  No defects found  The following defects were found:
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
I declare that the vehicle(s) shown above has (have) been inspected in accordance with the applicable requirements.
____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________
Signature of person conducting inspection Signature of driver
(if different than person conducting inspection)
The above noted defects were repaired.
____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________
Authorized signature Date
NOTE: This sample is provided for reference only. It is not a prescribed form in regulation and carriers/drivers are free to use this form, or develop their own form or use
any other form available (eg. one’s that are pre-printed on the back of some log book pages), provided it contains all of the necessary information. The form can contain
an inspection item checklist but is not required to. If in electronic form a check box can be used for declaration and an electronic signature is accepted.
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20 Commercial Vehicle Further information on CVSA Why?

Safety Alliance inspections can be obtained from An improperly secured load can result in:
(CVSA) Inspections Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, at
306-787-0703 or from the Commercial • loss of life
The CVSA is a set of safety standards for
Vehicle Enforcement Inquiry line: In • loss of load
North America for the on-road inspection
of heavy vehicles by enforcement officers. Saskatchewan toll free 1-866-933-5290; • damage to the cargo
Outside Saskatchewan 306-933-5290.
Inspections consist of five levels: • damage to the vehicle
a crash
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•
1. North America standard, both the Load
driver and vehicle are checked for Security • issuance of citations/fines to driver/carrier
safety fitness • the vehicle being placed Out-of-Service.
PART I:
2. walk-around inspection General Securement Requirements The cargo or any other object must not:
3. driver only (licence, log book, etc.) What? • obscure the driver’s view ahead or to
4. special survey Cargo being transported on the highway the right or left sides (except for drivers
5. vehicle only. must remain secured on or within the of self-steer dollies)
transporting vehicle. • interfere with the free movement of
If a vehicle passes the level one or level
the driver’s arms or legs
five inspection, a decal is issued that When?
is valid for the rest of the current month • prevent the driver’s free and ready
The cargo must remain secured on
plus two more and is recognized by access to accessories required for
or in the transporting vehicle:
other jurisdictions. emergencies, OR
• under all conditions that could • prevent the free and ready exit of any
Mechanical defects could result in a
reasonably be expected to occur person from the commercial motor
requirement to repair and report minor
deficiencies. Mechanical defects could in normal driving vehicle’s cab or driver’s compartment.
also result in delays or an out-of-service • when a driver is responding in all
order, which requires the vehicle to be emergency situations, EXCEPT
repaired before it can be moved. when there is a crash.
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The following conditions must exist Condition 2: Cargo is immobilized by a) 1 tie-down where the article is 1.52
before a driver can operate a commercial structures of adequate strength – a metres (5 ft) or shorter and weighs not
motor vehicle and a carrier can require combination of structure, blocking and more than 500 kg,
or permit a driver to operate a commercial bracing to prevent shifting or tipping. b) 2 tie-downs where the article is:
motor vehicle: Condition 3: To prevent shifting or tipping, - 1.52 metres (5 ft) or shorter, but
• the commercial motor vehicle’s cargo cargo is immobilized or secured on or weighs more than 500 kg; or
must be properly distributed and within a vehicle by tie-downs along with:
adequately secured - longer than 1.52 metres (5 ft), but
- blocking not longer than 3.04 metres (10 ft)
• the commercial motor vehicle’s
- bracing regardless of weight; or
structure and equipment must
be secured: - friction mats c) where the article is longer than
- tailgate 3.04 metres (10 ft)
- other cargo
- doors - 2 tie-downs for the first 3.04 metres
- void fillers
- tarpaulins (10 ft) of length; and
- spare tire - combination of these.
- 1 extra tie-down for each additional
- other equipment used in the General requirements for tie-downs 3.04 metres (10 ft) or fraction of
vehicle’s operation are as follows: 3.04 metres (10 ft)
- cargo securing equipment. 1. tie-downs and components of 4. for articles that are blocked or
tie-downs must be marked by immobilized by front end structures,
Three ways to transport cargo
the manufacturer with its Working bulkhead or other immobilized cargo:
All types of cargo must meet one of Load Limit
three conditions: a) 1 tiedown where article is not longer
2. the Aggregate Working Load Limit of than 3.04 metres (10 ft)
Condition 1: Cargo is fully contained all tie-down assemblies being used
by structures of adequate strength. b) where the article is longer than
must equal at least 50% of the weight 3.04 metres (10 ft)
- cargo cannot shift or tip of the article being secured
- 1 tie-down for the first 3.04 metres
- cargo is restrained against horizontal 3. for articles that are not blocked or (10 ft) of length; and
movement by vehicle structure or immobilized by front end structures,
by other cargo. bulkhead or other immobilized cargo; - 1 extra tie-down for each additional
3.04 metres (10 ft) or fraction of
Horizontal movement includes forward, 3.04 metres (10 ft)
rearward and side to side.
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5. for machinery or fabricated structural Example: The object weighs 4,000 kg. Four tie-down Aggregate Working Load Limit
items that are secured by special assemblies with an individual working load limit of Tie-Down Methods A & B
500 kg each would be required.
methods, the special methods shall: 1. a chain with a working
(500 kg X 4 = 2,000 kg)
a) secure adequately any article load limit of 2,500 kg
The working load limit of a tie-down that is attached to the
of cargo
assembly shall be rated at the working side and over the load
b) be properly used in accordance load limit of the weakest component and attached to the
with the manufacturer’s instructions. of that assembly. other side, is counted as one separate
Note: There are a number of cargo types (logs, Tie-down assemblies, other than those tie-down when determining aggregate
metal coils, dressed lumber, crushed cars, etc.) that are permanently crimped, must be working load limits.
that have specific requirements for securement in
capable of being tightened in transit. The aggregate working load limit of this
the regulations. These specific requirements take
precedent over the general requirements wherever When determining aggregate working tie-down method is 2,500 kg.
there is a conflict between the two. They can be load limits, each tension portion of the 2. two chains with
obtained in one of two ways: tie-down assembly that is attached to individual working load
1. review the Security of Loads and Trip Inspection an anchor point on the vehicle and then limits of 2,500 kg that
Regulations on the Queen’s Printer site: passes over, through or around to the are attached to the
www.qp.gov.sk.ca; or load, and is again attached to an anchor side and re-attached
2. obtain a copy of the “Driver’s Handbook on point on the vehicle shall be considered to the load are two
Cargo Securement” from the Saskatchewan as a separate tie-down. separate tie-downs when determining
Trucking Association, 306-569-9696. aggregate working load limits.
A tie-down that is attached to an anchor
PART II: point on a vehicle at one end and The aggregate working load limit of this
Aggregate Working Load Limits attached to an anchor point on the load tie-down method is 5,000 kg.
itself is also considered one tie-down.
Tie-down assemblies used to secure Note: A tie-down that passes over, through or
loads shall have an aggregate working around a load more than once will only be counted
load limit equal to 50% of the weight of as one tie-down.
the article or articles being secured. If the example tie-down had a working load limit
i.e. The working load limits of all the of 2,500 kg, the aggregate working load limit of
this tie-down method would be 2,500 kg.
tie-down assemblies added together
must equal at least 1/2 the weight
of the object being secured.
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PART III: Chain Grade Identification
Tie-Down Devices Samples of typical chain markings: Grade 4
Chain PC, 3 or 30 for Proof coil (Grade 3 chain)
Chain links are stamp marked with a M, PH, HT; 4, 43, 430 for High test
grade identification. This identification (Grade 4 chain)
consists of a letter(s) or a number(s) Grade 7
or a combination of both on the link’s 7, 70, 700 for Transport 7 (Grade 7 chain)
face or side. A, T; 8, 80, 800 for Alloy (Grade 8 chain)
Over-the-Centre Tie-Down Chain is generally marked every 0.9 m
(3 ft) or less.
If an “over-the-centre” type of tie-down
tensioner is used, the handle shall be
locked in place and secured by some TABLE 3.0 Chain Working Load Limits
means to prevent its accidental release.
Chain Size Proof Coil High Test Transport 7 Alloy
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 8
(in) (mm) (lbs) (kg) (lbs) (kg) (lbs) (kg) (lbs) (kg)
1/4 7 1,300 580 2,600 1,180 3,150 1,430 3,500 1,570

5/16 8 1,900 860 3,900 1,770 4,700 2,130 4,500 2,000
3/8 10 2,650 1,200 5,400 2,450 6,600 2,990 7,100 3,200
7/16 11 3,700 1,680 7,200 3,270 8,750 3,970 ---- ----
1/2 13 4,500 2,030 9,200 4,170 11,300 5,130 12,000 5,400
5/8 16 6,900 3,130 13,000 5,910 15,800 7,170 18,100 8,200
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Defective Chain Defective Webbing

Chains, fittings and attachments that are Webbing that is loose or contains the
loose or have the following defects will not following defects will not be counted
be counted as part of a tie-down system. as part of a tie-down system.
Bend Bend
Examples of Defective Chains Separated Lap Portion Stitches
1. components that are: 1. 25% or more of the lap portion
a. broken or cracked stitches, used to secure a web
to a fitting, are separated
b. significantly gouged, twisted, bent,
or visibly stretched 2. webbing that is knotted, spliced,
Twisted Link Stretched Link contains damaged loop ends,
2. chain that is knotted severely worn or has been repaired
3. obvious reduction in section through 3. damage such as cuts, burns,
wear or corrosion abrasions, holes or crushed areas
4. hooks that are opened in the throat through the webbing that total
beyond the original throat opening more than:
5. repair welding or distortion from heat Determining the Total Width
Knotted Chain Knotted Chain of Damage
6. load binders that are distorted
or stretched. Total Width of Damage
Synthetic Webbing
Note: Other types of defects may also apply. It is important to remember the following
Nylon or Polyester Webbing when adding together the individual
Web tie-down assemblies are commonly widths of damaged areas.
Wear labelled within 46 cm (18”) from one end The width of a specific area of damage
of the assembly. The labels generally is only counted once for the entire length
contain the working load limits. Some of the web.
webbing have the working load limit
stamped on the surface of the
webbing itself.
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1. broken, sprung, bent, twisted, visibly Cable
cracked, non-functioning or Where cable is used for tie-downs, it
significantly gouged should be protected against damage.
2. obvious reduction of section through The following precautions and procedures
wear or corrosion should be observed:
3. repair welded or distorted from heat. 1. the use of thimbles is advised where
cable is attached to hooks, chains,
Note: Other types of defects may also apply.
Some web winches are designed to be welded
clevises, eyes or similar devices.
to the vehicle. 2. when “U” bolt type clamps (clips) are
used, the “U” bolt must bear against
the unloaded end of the cable.
3. all cable sizes up to and including
11 mm (7/16”) diameter must use at
The total width that is affected by damage is 50mm (2”) least two clamps. Cables 13 mm (1/2”)
TABLE 4.0 Defect Classification Table in diameter must have three clamps
(Total Defect Size) Chain Anchor Flat Hook of the “U” bolt type or two clamps of
the double base (fist grip) type.
Web Size Out-of-Service Range
4. where cable is used on a winch
(in) (mm) (in) (mm) designed for webbing, the cable must
4 100 Larger than 3/4 19 be protected against cutting and be
3 75 5/8 16
anchored securely to the drum.
2 50 3/8 10
Web Winch Chain Anchor 5. the cable must be protected where
it contacts load edges that are sharp
1.75 45 3/8 10 enough to cause damage to the
Web tie-down fittings, attachments, tie-down.
tensioning devices or hardware that are
loose or have the following defects will not
be counted as part of a tie-down system:
Web Tensioner
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Cable Elements and Measurement Defective Cable
Thimble
Cable that is loose or contains the
Strand following defects will not be counted
as part of a tie-down system:
Wire
1. kinks, bird caging or popped
Load Position
Core cores, knots
Correct
Unload Position
Kinked
Incorrect
Standard Clamp Double Base Clamp

Popped Core Bird Caging
Cable Elements Measuring Cable
2. discoloration from excessive heat
or electric arc
Web Winch 3. corrosion with pitting of the external
or internal wires
4. more than 11 broken wires in 6
diameters of length; for example,
with 1/2 (13 mm) wire rope, over
11 broken wires in (6 x 1/2) 3 inches
of length of (6 x 13) 78 mm
5. more than three broken wires in
any one strand
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6. more than two broken wires at an Steel Strapping 1. burned or melted fibres except on
end connection or fitting Defective Strapping
heat-sealed ends;
Strapping that is loose or contains the 2. a 20% reduction in diameter;
following defects will not be counted 3. repairs, other than proper splices; and
as part of a tie-down system:
4. knots at other than fastening points.
Load Carrying End Connections 1. visibly cracked, or significantly Note: Other types of defects may also apply.
gouged; and
7. improperly joined cables (i.e. tied Tie-Down Anchor Points
in a knot) 2. has obvious reduction of section
through wear. Load bearing anchor points and supports
8. any slippage is detectable at a cable that are loose or have the following
clamp or clip. Strap fittings, attachments or hardware defects will not be counted as part of
that are loose or have the following a tie-down system:
Note: Other types of defects may also apply.
defects will not be counted as part of
Cable fittings and attachments that are a tie-down system: 1. broken, cracked, bent, distorted or
loose or have the following defects will not loose components (pockets, rails,
1. broken, sprung, bent, twisted, visibly or supports)
be counted as part of a tie-down system: cracked or significantly gouged;
1. obvious reduction of section through 2. rails, bent or distorted where hooks
2. has obvious reduction of section or fillings attach
wear or corrosion through wear; and
2. hooks opened in the throat beyond 3. floor rings that are nicked, gouged,
3. the strapping joint does not have the twisted, bent, stretched, excessively
the original throat opening required number of seals, crimps worn or have broken welds.
3. obvious twisting out of the plane of or notches for the strap’s width
a fitting and thickness. Note: Other types of defects may also apply.
4. repair welding or distortion from heat Rope

5. any visible cracks. Defective Rope
Note: Other types of defects may also apply. Rope that is loose or contains the
following defects will not be counted
as part of a tie-down system: Pocket Frame Bull Ring
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All hooks, bolts, welds and other Part IV: • Prov. Hwy. No. 5, from Watson to
connectors used to attach a tie-down Securement of Round Hay Bales Saskatoon;
assembly to a vehicle and the tie-down The Security of Loads Regulations, 2013,
anchor point itself shall have a working
• Prov. Hwy. No. 6, from Corinne to
created a new requirements for hauling Southey; Prov. Hwy. No. 7;
load limit equal to the aggregate working round or rectangular bales. Vehicles
load limit of all the tie-down assemblies hauling hay or straw bales do not need to • Prov. Hwy. No. 9, from Yorkton to
attached to it, when loaded in any comply with the NSC Standard 10 (Cargo Canora;
direction, or shall itself be the limit. Securement) or requirements under • Prov. Hwy. No.10;
regulations if the following criteria is met:
• Prov. Hwy. No. 11;
1. bales must be hauled within 50 km of
the load’s place of origin • Prov. Hwy. No. 12. from Saskatoon
2. vehicle must be operated by or for a to Asquith;
farmer • Prov. Hwy. No. 16;
3. does not exceed the lower of • Prov. Hwy. No. 33, from Kronau to
Chain Anchor Flat Hook
• the posted speed limit; and Regina;
• 80 kilometres per hour; and • Prov. Hwy. No. 39, from International
Boundary to Corrine;
4. is not operated on any of the following
provincial highways except to cross the • Prov. Hwy. No.41, from its junction
highway with Pro. Hwy. No. 5 to its junction
• Prov. Hwy. No. 1; with Prov. Hwy. No. 27;
Web Winch Delta Ring • Prov. Hwy. No. 46.
• Prov. Hwy. No. 3, from Tisdale to its
junction with Prov. Hwy. No. 40;
• Prov. Hwy. No. 4, from North
Battleford to its junction with Prov.
Hwy. No. 26;
• Prov. Hwy. No. 3, from Tisdale to its
junction with Prov. Hwy. No. 40;
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In the case of round bales loaded In the case of round bales loaded The regulations also prohibit the carrying
pipestone style: perpendicular style: of a single load on more than one vehicle
1. by loading one bale over two bales or 1. by loading one bale over two bales, two unless the vehicle combination includes
two bales side by side loaded parallel bales over two bales or only two bales a pony trailer with a compensating reach;
to the length of the vehicle, with one crossways on the vehicle, one tie-down or is supported at an articulation point
tie-down assembly across each bale assembly across each top bale and by a fifth wheel coupler and kingpin, a
one tie-down assembly running the pintle hook and lunette eye assembly, or
2. where the round bales are securely a turntable; or by some other way that
made and the vehicle is equipped with length of the load over each top bale
prevents the load from falling.
an attached framework blocking that 2. where the round bales are securely
is 45.7 centimetres in width that runs made and the vehicle is equipped Regulations set provisions that
the full length of the vehicle on both with blocking that is 45.7 centimetres commercial vehicles must meet in terms
sides and each framework is raised high running across the full width of of equipment, load security devices,
at a 45 degree angle to prevent lateral the vehicle deck at the front and rear lashing procedures and over-hanging
movement, the load must be secured of the vehicle to prevent forward and loads to ensure all loads are properly
with a minimum of three tie-down rearward movement of the load, the secured during transportation.
assemblies, one across the top bales load must be secured with a tie-down Copies of the Regulation are
at the front of the load and two across assembly across each top bale. available from the Publications
the top bales at the rear of the load. Saskatchewan at publications@gov.sk.ca
Tie-downs
Front and rear tie-downs
Securing device
No block or railing Front and rear
or railing block
Securing device Securing device
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Part V:
Specific Securement
Requirements by Cargo Type
22 Dangerous
Goods
Q. Where does staff obtain training
for the handling, offering and
transportation of dangerous
Federal and provincial legislation exists to
The NSC Standard 10 - Cargo promote public safety when transporting goods as it relates to their
Securement Standard sets out specific dangerous goods. assigned duties?
requirements that are required for certain A. An employer must train all staff,
types of cargo when transported on the Anyone who handles, offers for transport,
or transports any dangerous goods has who are required to handle, offer
highway. The requirements are in addition for transport or transport dangerous
to the general requirements. There are specific responsibilities, including training
of employees. goods as part of their assigned duties.
10 specific cargo types that have specific Training on the basic concepts of
securement requirements listed. They are For detailed information on classes of TDG requirements is available
as follows: dangerous goods, placards, training, for a fee by organizations like the
documentation and safe transportation of Saskatchewan Trucking Association,
• Logs
dangerous goods, contact 306-975-5105. Saskatchewan Safety Council and
• Dressed Lumber community colleges. The employer
Transportation of Dangerous
• Metal Coils Goods by Road Vehicles
may send their staff to a course of
this nature and later provide training
• Paper Rolls Saskatchewan adopts the Federal on the specific TDG products being
regulations for the Transportation of dealt with on the job.
• Concrete Pipe
Dangerous Goods (TDG) in the spirit
• Intermodal Containers on national harmony. Q. Who is responsible for issuing
a Dangerous Goods Training
• Vehicles as Cargo The Federal TDG Regulations may Certificate to an employee?
be viewed on the website at
• Roll-on/Roll-off and Hook Lift www.tc.gc.ca/tdg. A. The employer is responsible for
• Containers providing their staff with TDG training
Some commonly asked questions related to their assigned duties and for
• Boulders regarding the Transportation of issuing a training certificate required
Dangerous Goods are: for the handling, offering for transport
If you require more information please
visit The Canadian Council of Transport and transporting of Dangerous Goods.
Administrators (CCMTA) website at The training certificate is valid for 3
www.ccmta.ca. years but only while working with the
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same employer. The employer must Q. Who is responsible for classifying a Q. Where do I report a spill of
retain a copy on file for 2 years. product as being dangerous goods? dangerous good products?
Q. What type of safety marks do I need A. The manufacturer or shipper of the A. You must call CANUTEC, at
for transporting Dangerous Goods? product is responsible for determining 1-888-CANUTEC (1-888-226-8832)
A. The safety marks (placards and products that are Dangerous Goods or 613-996-6666; the Saskatchewan
labels) must correspond to the based on the criteria set out in the Ministry of Environment, Spill Control
class of Dangerous Goods being TDG regulations. Centre at 1-800-667-7525 or cellular
transported at the time. ((Following Q. When transporting waste number *666 and your nearest Police.
this Q & A list, see the 9 classes of dangerous goods what dangerous Q. Where can information for the
dangerous goods labels goods transportation requirements Transportation of Dangerous Goods
and placards.)) must be met? be obtained?
Q. When transporting Dangerous A. You may need TDG shipping A. Information may be obtained by
goods in highway tank trailers, documents, safety marks and contacting Transport Canada
what TDG requirements must be training certificate. Certain waste at 306-975-5105.
met for the vehicle? requires a movement document from Q. Where do you report an accident
A. The tank trailer is a large means Environment Canada. involving a transport unit carrying
of containment and requires the Q. Are there exemptions in the dangerous goods?
appropriate safety marks to be TDG regulations for “Limited A. The local police.
displayed on the vehicle. The Commodities/Quantities”?
dangerous goods being transported Q. Where can information on TDG
A. When limited quantities are storage facilities be obtained?
must be in the appropriate standard transported and meet the criteria for
means of containment for that product. consumer commodities as set out in A. Information may be obtained by
The tank trailer must be a certified the TDG regulations they are partially contacting Saskatchewan Ministry
means of containment and display exempt from regulation requirements. of Environment, Environmental
a specification plate to that effect. Protection Branch in Saskatoon
As well highway tanks require periodic at 306-933-7940 or Transport Canada
testing which must be displayed at 306-975-5105.
on the tank.
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Labels and Placards Effective January 1, 2019

CLASS 1 – Explosives
1.1 - A substance or article with a mass explosion hazard.
1.2 - A substance or article with a fragment projection hazard, but not a mass
explosion hazard.
1.3 - A substance or article which has a fire hazard along with either a minor blast
hazard or a minor projection hazard or both, but not a mass
explosion hazard.
1.4 - A substance or article which presents no significant hazard; explosion
effects are largely confined to the package and no projection or fragments of
appreciable size or range are to be expected.
1.5 - A very insensitive substance which nevertheless has a mass explosion
hazard like those substances in 1.1.
1.6 - An extremely insensitive article which does not have a mass
explosion hazard.
Commonly used in mining and construction operations (example: blasting agents).
CLASS 2 – Gases
2.1 - Flammable Gas.
Commonly used as fuel (example: propane).
2.2 - Non-Flammable, Non-Toxic Gas.

Commonly used in food refrigeration (example: nitrogen).
2.3 - Toxic Gas.

Commonly used in pulp bleaching (example: sulphur dioxide).
2.2 (5.1) - Oxygen and oxidizing gases.

*Placard for UN1005, Anhydrous Ammonia only.
CLASS 3 – Flammable Liquids

A liquid which has a closed-cup flash point not greater than 60°C.
Commonly used as fuel (example: gasoline, ethanol, fuel oil [diesel] ).
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CLASS 4 – Flammable Solids, Substances liable to spontaneous
combustion; Substances that on contact with water emit flammable gases
(water-reactive substances)
4.1 - A solid that under normal conditions of transport is readily combustible,
or would cause or contribute to fire through friction or from heat retained
from manufacturing or processing, or is a self-reactive substance that is
liable to undergo a strongly exothermic reaction, or is a desensitized
explosive that is liable to explode if they are not diluted sufficiently to
suppress their explosive properties.
Commonly used in lacquers (example: naphthalene).
4.2 - A substance liable to spontaneous combustion, under normal conditions of

transport, or when in contact with air, liable to spontaneous heating to the
point where it ignites.
Commonly used in rocket fuel (example: sodium hydrosulphite).
4.3 - A substance that, on contact with water, emits dangerous quantities of

flammable gases or becomes spontaneously combustible on contact with
water or water vapour.
Commonly used in heat exchangers (valves) (example: sodium).
CLASS 5 – Oxidizing Substances and Organic Peroxides

5.1 - A substance which causes or contributes to the combustion of other
material by yielding oxygen or other oxidizing substances whether or not
the substance itself is combustible.
Commonly used in fertilizers (example: ammonium nitrate).
5.2 - An organic compound that contains the bivalent “-O-O-” structure which
is a strong oxidizing agent and may be liable to explosive decomposition,
be sensitive to heat, shock or friction or react dangerously with other
dangerous goods.
Commonly used in automobile body shops as body filler (example: dibenzoyl peroxide).
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CLASS 6 – Toxic Substances and Infectious Substances
6.1 - A solid or liquid that is toxic through inhalation, by skin contact or by ingestion.
Commonly used as a germicide or general disinfectant (example: phenol).
6.2 - Micro-organisms that are infectious or that are reasonably believed to be

infectious to humans or animals.
Commonly used in disease research (example: rabies virus).
CLASS 7 – Radioactive Materials

Substances defined as Class 7, Radioactive Materials in the Packaging and
Transport of Nuclear Substances Regulations.
Commonly used in nuclear fuel rods (example: radioactive material - LSA (yellow cake)).
There are three categories which indicate the surface radiation level for a
package with Category I being the lowest level and Category III the highest.
CLASS 8 – Corrosives
A substance that causes destruction of skin or corrodes steel or
non-clad aluminum.
Commonly used in batteries and industrial cleaners (example: sulphuric acid and sodium hydroxide).
CLASS 9 – Miscellaneous Products, Substances or Organisms

A substance that does not meet the criteria for inclusion in Classes
1 to 8. This includes genetically modified micro-organisms, marine pollutants,
elevated temperature materials and environmentally hazardous substances.
Used in dry cell batteries (example: ammonium chloride).
*Label for lithium batteries only.
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23 TDG Guidelines for

Training Criteria
Things to Remember
Employees who are not trained can
How to train employees is not mentioned
in the regulations. Training may be done
through a combination of formal “in-class”
The following guidelines are meant to help handle, offer for transport and transport
understand the training requirements in dangerous goods as long as they are training, on-the-job training and extensive
Part 6 of the Transportation of Dangerous doing so under the direct supervision work experience. It is up to the employer
Goods Regulations and not replace them. of a trained person. to decide. A list of organizations offering
Transportation of Dangerous Goods
These guidelines recognize that it is the Some employees may only need training training is available on the TDG website
employer who must determine if training in the aspects of the regulations that at wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/saf-sec-sur/3/train-
is required in order for an employee to be are directly related to their work. A tank form/search-eng.aspx.
a trained person. The guidelines indicate truck driver who only transports Class
what parts of the regulations should be 3 products, for example, may only Using the Guidelines
included in a person’s specific training. need specific training in relation to the The guidelines are identified as A, B,
transportation of Class 3 dangerous C and D. The training guidelines for
Employers must give a Training Certificate goods. In this situation, it is the
to employees who are adequately all persons involved in the handling,
employers’ responsibility to determine offering for transport and/or transporting
trained. An example of a Training what constitutes adequate training for
Certificate can be found at the end of dangerous goods are described in
their employees. Guideline “A”. This basic training is
of this section.
There may be some job functions that do needed before moving on to the other
Self-employed individuals must also not fall into any of the specific categories specific groups as described in Guidelines
determine if they are adequately for which training has been identified as “B”, “C” and “D”.
trained and issue themselves a being required, yet some training may still
training certificate. be necessary. For example, the employee
may not handle the classification of a
company’s goods and products, offer for
transport or transport dangerous goods,
but merely works with hard data that
has been gathered on dangerous goods.
Training on classification would
be required in this case.
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GUIDELINE “A”: 8. what constitutes an accidental release • Loader/Unloader
Training for all persons involved in the and the reporting requirements if an • Warehouse Operator
handling, offering for transport and/or accident happens
transporting of dangerous goods. • Receiver/Shipper
9. proper use of all equipment that • Tow motor Operator
Training Required: is used in the handling, offering for
transport and/or transportation of • Freight Handler
1. definition of the nine classes
of dangerous goods and their dangerous goods Training Required:
associated hazards 10. dangerous goods requiring 1. types of placards, labels, signs,
2. shipping names, classes, UN numbers Emergency Response Assistance numbers and other safety marks,
and packing groups for the dangerous Plans (ERAP). what they mean, and when and
goods that are normally encountered GUIDELINE “B”: where to display them
on the job Additional training for all persons 2. a thorough knowledge of the control
3. safety marks such as labels and involved in the handling of and emergency features for all
placards that are used to identify dangerous goods. handling equipment used in the
the different classes of dangerous Handling Means:
day-to-day activities of the job
goods that are normally encountered 3. safe practices on the loading and
on the job Loading, unloading, packing or
unpacking dangerous goods in a means storage of dangerous goods
4. knowledge of the information that of containment or transport for the 4. when to remove placards, UN
must be on a shipping document purposes of, in the course of or following numbers and other safety marks
5. the requirements regarding mixed transportation, and includes storing them
5. the proper selection and use of
loads and the need for segregation in the course of transportation.
means of containment for the
of incompatible dangerous goods Examples of a Person Handling dangerous goods.
6. how to choose the proper means of Dangerous Goods:
containment for dangerous goods • Cargo Handler
7. what to do if the shipping documents, • Lift Truck Operator
placards, labels, other safety marks
or means of containment seem • Shipper
inadequate or incorrect • Dock Worker
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GUIDELINE “C”: Training Required: Training Required:

Additional training for all persons
1. all of the requirements required for 1. types of placards, labels, signs,
involved in the offering for transport
documentation except for the location numbers and other safety marks,
of dangerous goods.
and the rail consist what they mean, and when and
Offering for Transport means: 2. how to communicate the special where to display them
For dangerous goods not in transport, instructions and precautions for the 2. the location of the shipping documents
to select or to allow the selection of a handling and/or transporting of specific and the importance of keeping
carrier to transport dangerous goods; dangerous goods while on the job them accurate
to prepare or allow the preparation of
3. types of placards, labels, signs, 3. all parking or load and vehicle
dangerous goods so that a carrier can
numbers and other safety marks, inspection regulations which
take possession of them for transport.
what they mean, and when and may apply.
Examples of Those Who Offer where to display them This section provides a general outline
for Transport: 4. the proper selection and use of of the training requirements. For specific
• Dispatcher means of containment for the information, the Act and Regulations must
• Clerical personnel (i.e. preparation dangerous goods be consulted.
of documents) 5. the Emergency Response Assistance
• Shipper Plan requirements, if a plan is required.
• Freight Forwarder GUIDELINE “D”:
Additional training for all persons
• Biller involved in the transporting of
dangerous goods.
A Person Who is Transporting

Dangerous Goods means:
The person who has possession of
the dangerous goods while they are
in transport.
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Example of a Training Certificate:
Front: Certificate of Training

Transportation of Dangerous Goods
L E
P
Name of Employer Employer’s Business Address
AM
Name of EMPLOYEE City, Province, Postal Code
Regulations.
Certificate Expires on:
S
This certificate certifies that the employee named above has completed the training described on
the reverse, in accordance with the requirements of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act and
Employer’s Signature Employee’s Signature
Example of a Training Certificate:

Trained in the (Choose as applicable √) handling/offering for transport/transporting:
Back: Specific training in (Check the appropriate items):
______ Classification
E
______ Shipping Names
L
______ The Use of Schedules 1, 2, & 3
P
______ Documentation
M
______ Dangerous Goods Safety Marks
______ Means of Containment
A
______ Emergency Response Assistance Plans
S
______ Accidental Release and Imminent Accidental Release Report Requirements
______ Safe Handling and Transportation Practices, and the Characteristics of the Dangerous Goods
______ The Proper Use of Equipment Used to Handle or Transport the Dangerous Goods
______ Emergency Measures to Take to Reduce or Eliminate Danger to the Public
______ Air Transportation of Dangerous Goods (ICAO)
______ Marine Transportation of Dangerous Goods (IMDG)
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24 Weigh Scales
and Enforcement 25 Gross Weight Chart
(Subject to maximum tire loading, adequate axle spacing and proper tire size)
Saskatchewan Highway Patrol Officers Straight truck 2 axles

are based at 9 weigh scales and 5 patrol
detachments throughout the province.
7,300* 9,100 Primary 16,400 GVW
It is an offence not to report to the Straight
5,500 truck 28,200
axles Secondary 13,700 GVW
weigh scale when requested by a traffic 7,300 10,000 Winter Primary 17,300 GVW
5,500 10,000 Winter (S)* (M) 15,500 GVW
officer or directed by a sign erected
within 2 km of the scale. The weight
threshold to report to a weigh scale Straight truck 3 axles
is 10,000 kg (combined gross vehicle
weight (GVW) when weigh scale lights 7,300* 17,000 Primary 24,300 GVW
are flashing. Scales are available for Straight
5,500 truck 3 axlesSecondary
14,500 20,000 GVW
weighing of vehicles, even if the scale 7,300 18,000 Winter Primary 25,300 GVW
5,500 18,000 Winter (S)* (M) 23,500 GVW
is not staffed. Saskatchewan Highway
Patrol Branch Offices/Regional Offices Tridem Drive truck 4 axles
and General Enforcement Contacts
Note: Tridem Drive Trucks are
are located at the end of this guide. allowed to tow Pony Trailers, but
If vehicles are found to be overweight, 7,300* 22,000** Primary not Full Trailers. See Regulation. 29,300 GVW
Tridem
7,300 drive truck 4 axles
20,000 Secondary 27,300 GVW
drivers/carriers can be charged for the 7,300 22,000 Winter Primary 29,300 GVW
7,300 21,000 Winter (S)* (M) 28,300 GVW
overweight violation. Overweight charges
can be very large fines and driver/carriers
need to be aware of the consequences Truck and tandem pony trailer
for hauling overweight. The Highways
and Transportation Act outlines the
consequences (fines) for being found 7,300*
Truck 17,000
and tandem 17,000
pony trailer Primary 41,300 GVW
5,500 14,500 14,500 Secondary 34,500 GVW
in an overweight situation. Overweight 7,300 18,000 18,000 Winter Primary 43,300 GVW
5,500 18,000 18,000 Winter (S)* (M) 41,500 GVW
fines are based on the amount of weight
vehicles are over the legal limits.
*Steering axle weights are subject to tire size (10 kg per millimetre width of tire maximum)
**Axle group weights vary according to axle spread (Wide spread tandems are limited to 9,100 kg
primary, 8,200 kg secondary/municipal and 10,000 kg during winter weight season)
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Truck and tridem pony trailer
7,300* 17,000 21,000 Primary 45,300 GVW

Truck
5,500 and tridem
14,500pony trailer
7,300 18,000 21,000 Winter Primary 46,300 GVW
5,500 18,000 21,000 Winter (S)* (M) 44,500 GVW
^ Truck and full trailer 5 axles
7,300* 17,000 9,100 9,100 Primary 41,300 GVW

Truck
5,500 and full trailer 5 axles
14,500 8,200 8,200 Secondary 36,400 GVW
7,300 18,000 10,000 10,000 Winter Primary 42,300 GVW
5,500 18,000 10,000 10,000 Winter (S)* (M) 40,500 GVW
7,300* 17,000 9,100 17,000 Primary 48,300 GVW

Truck
5,500 and full trailer 6 axles
14,500 8,200 14,500 Secondary 42,700 GVW
5,500 18,000 10,000 18,000 Winter (S)* (M) 47,500 GVW
7,300* 17,000 17,000 17,000 Primary 55,300 GVW

Truck
5,500 and full trailer
14,500 7 14,500
axles 14,500 Secondary 49,000 GVW
5,500 18,000 18,000 18,000 Winter (S)* (M) 54,500 GVW
^The maximum allowable weight of a full trailer is restricted. See Regulations.

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Tandem steer tandem drive straight truck
Tandem
13,600* steer tandem drive straight
17,000 Primary truck 30,600 GVW
11,000 14,500 Secondary 25,500 GVW
13,600 18,000 Winter Primary 31,600 GVW
11,000 18,000 Winter (S)* (M) 29,000 GVW
Tandem steer tridem drive straight truck

Note: Tridem Drive Trucks are
allowed to tow Pony Trailers, but
13,600* 23,000 Primary not Full Trailers. See Regulation. 36,600 GVW
Tandem
11,000 steer tridem
20,000drive straight truck
Secondary 31,000 GVW
13,600 23,000 Winter Primary 36,600 GVW
11,000 23,000 Winter (S)* (M) 34,000 GVW
Tractor & semi-trailer 4 axles
6,000* 9,100 17,000 Primary 32,100 GVW

Tractor
6,000 & semi-trailer
8,200 4 axles
6,000 10,000 18,000 Winter (S)* (M) 34,000 GVW
6,000* 17,000 17,000 Primary 40,000 GVW

Tractor
6,000 &14,500
semi-trailer 5 axles
6,000 18,000 18,000 Winter (S)* (M) 42,000 GVW
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Wide spread tandem
Note: A Wide Spread Tandem
axle group is an axle group
6,000* 17,000 9,100 Primary where the centres are greater 32,100 GVW
Wide
6,000 spread
14,500 tandem 8,200 Secondary than 1.85 m apart but not 28,700 GVW
6,000 18,000 10,000 Winter Primary greater than 3.4 m apart 34,000 GVW
6,000 18,000 10,000 Winter (S)* (M) 34,000 GVW

6,000* 17,000 23,000** Primary 46,000 GVW

6,000 14,500 20,000 Secondary 40,500 GVW
6,000 18,000 23,000** Winter Primary 47,000 GVW
6,000 18,000 23,000** Winter (S)* (M) 46,000 GVW
Tridem
Tridem Drive
drive Truck
truck Tractor
tractor semi-trailer combination
Semi-Trailer Combination
Note: See Regulations for tridrive tractor in combination with
A, B and C Trains for axle and gross vehicle weight listings
7,300* 22,000** 23,000** Primary 52,300 GVW

7,300 20,000 20,000 Secondary 47,300 GVW
7,300 22,000 23,000** Winter Primary 53,300 GVW
7,300 21,000 23,000** Winter (S)* (M) 51,300 GVW
A Train 7 axles
A- Train 7 axles
6,000* 17,000 17,000 9,100 9,100 Primary 53,500 GVW

6,000 14,500 14,500 8,200 8,200 Secondary 49,000 GVW
6,000 18,000 18,000 10,000 10,000 Winter Primary 53,500 GVW
6,000 18,000 18,000 10,000 10,000 Winter (S)* (M) 53, 500 GVW
**See axle spread specifications for tridem axle configurations on page 67
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A Train 8 axles
6,000* 17,000 17,000 9,100 17,000 Primary 53,500 GVW

6,000 14,500 14,500 8,200 14,500 Secondary 49,000 GVW
A- Train
6,000 8 axles
6,000 18,000 18,000 10,000 18,000 Winter Secondary (S)* (M) 53,500 GVW
B Train 7 axles
B Train 7 axles
6,000* 17,000 17,000 17,000 Primary 57,000 GVW

6,000 14,500 14,500 14,500 Secondary 49,000 GVW
6,000 18,000 18,000 18,000 Winter (S)* (M) 60,000(P)(S) 54,500*(M) GVW
B Train 8 axles***
B Train 8 axles***
6,000* 17,000 23,000** 17,000 Primary 62,500 GVW

6,000 14,500 20,000 14,500 Secondary 54,500 GVW
6,000 18,000 23,000** 18,000 Winter Primary 62,500 GVW
6,000 18,000 23,000** 18,000 Winter (S)* (M) 62,500(S) 54,500*(M) GVW
C Train 7 axles *Steering axle weights are

C Train 7 axles subject to tire size (10 kg per
millimetre width of tire maximum)
6,000* 17,000 17,000 9,100 9,100 Primary 58,200 GVW
6,000 14,500 14,500 8,200 8,200 Secondary 51,400 GVW **See axle spread specifications
6,000 18,000 18,000 10,000 10,000 Winter Primary 60,500 GVW for tridem axle configurations on
6,000 18,000 18,000 10,000 10,000 Winter (S)* (M) 54,500(S) 54,500(S)*(M) GVW
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C Train 8 axles ***See page 93 for a list of
C Train 8 axles highways on which 8 axle B
Trains can operate at 63,500 kg
6,000* 17,000 17,000 9,100 17,000 Primary 60,500 GVW
6,000 14,500 14,500 8,200 14,500 Secondary 55,000 GVW NOTE: Please refer to the Weight and
6,000 18,000 18,000 10,000 18,000 Winter Primary 60,500 GVW Dimension Regulations regarding 9 axle
6,000 18,000 18,000 10,000 18,000 Winter (S)* (M) 54,500(S) 54,500(S)*(M) GVW B-Trains and Reverse B-Trains.
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SCHEDULE 5.0 Maximum “Axle Weights” Allowed – Spring Weight Restriction (Does not apply to Steering Axles)
TIRE SIZE SINGLE AXLE – 2 TIRES SINGLE AXLE – 4 TIRES TANDEM AXLE – 8 TIRES TRIDEM AXLE – 12 TIRES
inches mm kgs lbs kgs lbs kgs lbs kgs lbs
7 177.8 2,223 4,900 4,445 9,799 8,890 19,598 13,335 29,397

7.25 184.2 2,302 5,074 4,604 10,149 9,208 20,298 13,811 30,447
7.5 190.5 2,381 5,249 4,763 10,499 9,525 20,998 14,288 31,497
8.25 209.6 2,619 5,774 5,239 11,549 10,478 23,098 15,716 34,646
8.5 215.9 2,699 5,949 5,398 11,899 10,795 23,798 16,193 35,696
9 228.6 2,858 6,299 5,715 12,599 11,430 25,197 17,145 37,796
10 254.0 3,175 6,999 6,350 13,999 12,700 27,997 19,050 41,996
* 11 279.4 3,300 7,275 6,600 14,550 13,200 29,099 19,800 43,649
* 12 304.8 3,300 7,275 6,600 14,550 13,200 29,099 19,800 43,649
Steering Axle
·10.0 kg per mm (560 pounds per inch) width of tire (manufacturer’s stamped dimension) to a maximum of
• 5 500 kg on the steering axle for a truck equipped with a single steering axle.
• 11 000 kg on the steering axle group for a truck equipped with a tandem axle steering group
Other Axles
· 6.25 kg per mm (350 pounds per inch) width of tire (manufacturer’s stamped dimension) to a maximum of 1,650 kg (3,638 pounds) per tire.
The Spring Weight Restriction orders do not permit the weight on any axle, axle group or vehicle from exceeding the maximum weight prescribed in the “The
Vehicle Weight and Dimension Regulations, 2010” for that axle, axle group or vehicle.
*Note: Max Weight allowed on 11” & 12” tires are restricted to 1,650 kg per tire.
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SCHEDULE 6.0 Maximum “Gross Weight” (if all tires are the same size*) – Spring Weight Restriction
gross kg gross lb total # tires tire size (in.) configuration steering axle total kg for other axle(s)
8,573 18,899 6 7.5 2 axle 3,810 4,763

9,430 20,789 6 8.25 2 axle 4,191 5,239
10,287 22,679 6 9 2 axle 4,572 5,715
11,430 25,199 6 10 2 axle 5,080 6,350
12,100 26,676 6 11 2 axle 5,500 6,600 Max. this Configuration
16,002 35,278 10 9 3 axle 4,572 11,430
17,780 39,198 10 10 3 axle 5,080 12,700
27,432 60,477 18 9 5 axle 4,572 22,860
30,480 67,196 18 10 5 axle 5,080 25,400
33,147 73,076 22 9 6 axle 4,572 28,575
36,830 81,195 22 10 6 axle 5,080 31,750
38,862 85,675 26 9 7 axle 4,572 34,290
43,180 95,195 26 10 7 axle 5,080 38,100
44,577 98,274 30 9 8 axle-B 4,572 40,005
49,530 109,194 30 10 8 axle-B 5,080 44,450
51,700 113,978 30 11 8 axle-B 5,500 46,200 Max. this Configuration
44,577 98,274 30 9 8 axle A-C 4,572 40,005
49,000 108,025 30 10 8 axle A-C 5,080 44,450
49,000 108,025 30 11 8 axle A-C 5,500 46,200 Max. this Configuration
*Note: A vehicle must still comply with 1,650 kg per tire limit.
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26 Saskatchewan but excludes public highways within urban
Primary Highways:
Vehicle Weights and The primary highways are shown on the limits. Generally, this includes all roads
Dimensions map. Most of these are allowed primary maintained by Saskatchewan’s rural
weights year round. The highways that municipalities including the 600 and 700
Weight and Dimension Regulations series roads that are shown on the Official
are defined as primary highways can
Under the authority of maximum vehicle be found in the Weight and Dimensions Road Map.
weights and dimensions regulations are Regulations, 2010, Appendix D. Year-round Weight Restricted
established for the following reasons:
Primary weights extend down the first Highways:
1. Maximum gross vehicle weights are 15 km along a secondary provincial Certain highways have maximum gross
necessary for the protection of bridges. highway or combination of secondary weights regardless of their classification,
2. Maximum weights on axles or axle highways and provincial roads the vehicle configuration or the time
groups are necessary for the protection (Community Access Roads) from the of year. Weight restricted secondary
of bridges and pavements. intersection with a primary highway.* highways are limited to 41,500 kg,
For more details on the 15 km rule, unless otherwise noted.
3. Maximum tire weights are necessary please go to the Weight and Dimensions
for the protection of pavements Regulation, 2010, Appendix D Section Axle Group Loadings
and roadbeds. (kk) & (ll). Highways that are designated Tire loading is 10 kg per millimetre
4. Maximum dimensions are necessary as 9 Month Primary Highways by the way (560 lb per inch) width of tire, as stamped
for the protection of bridges, of a Ministers Orders are still classified as by the manufacturer, to a maximum of
overpasses, etc. and to protect the Secondary Highways. 3,000 kg (6,600 lbs) per tire and subject
other users of highways by allowing the to axle regulation weights
Secondary Highways:
safe travel of the general public.
Note: Wide base tires (Super Singles) allowed 3,850 kg
Includes all provincial highways and
5. Internal dimension limits are necessary on Primary Highways (3,000 kg on Secondary)
provincial roads that are not listed in the
to ensure that vehicles are designed to
Weight and Dimensions Regulation, 2010, Tridem Drive Axle Group Weights (**)
achieve desired levels of stability.
Appendix D as primary highways. Axle Spread Weight
Weight Limits
Municipal Highways: 2.7 m - 2.8 m (8’10” - 9’02”) 22,000 kg
For weight enforcement purposes only, all 2.4 m - 2.69 m (7’08” - 8’10”) 21,000 kg
public highways are classified as follows: This includes public highways other than
provincial highways and provincial roads, Secondary/Municipal 20,000 kg
*Does not apply to 9 month primary highways. NOTE: Effective April 1, 2019 Wide base tires (Super Singles) are allowed:
(a) 4,550 kg on the highways or portions of primary highways listed in Appendix D;
(b) 3,850 kg on 9 month primary highways and on Secondary highways during winter season; and
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(c) 3,000 on Secondary highways outside of winter season.
Tridem Axle Group Weights (**) • For every 10 cm less than the Winter Weight Season Exceptions
for Trailers minimum distance requirements Winter weights do not apply on provincial
Axle Spread Weight listed above, the combined weight highways and roads listed under “Winter
3.61 m - 3.7 m (11’8” - 12’1”) 24,000 kg is reduced by 500 kg. Weights Not Allowed” on the map legend
3.01 m - 3.6 m (9’8” - 11’8”) 23,000 kg* For tandem and tandem End Dump located at the end of this guide.
2.4 m - 3.0 m (7’8” - 9’8”) 21,000 kg Trailers, the following combined axle Exemptions
Secondary/Municipal 20,000 kg group weights apply:
Weight regulations do not apply to:
Combination Axle Weight - Manufactured before January 1, 1989
1. A public highway, other than a
Maximum allowable weight for axle units provincial highway, within an Urban
may depend on the following minimum <5 m - 3.4 m 32,000 kg 35,000 kg Winter
Weight Municipality, that has a population
distance requirements between axles. of 1,000 or more.
<3.0 m - 3.4 m 30,000 kg
• For two single axles, 3.0 metres (9’10”) 2. Farm equipment being operated or
• For a single axle and a tandem axle - Manufactured on or after towed for a purpose directly related
group, 3.0 metres (9’10”) January 1, 1989 to farming.
• For a single axle and tridem axle group, Dimension regulations apply only on
<5 m - 4.5 m 32,000 kg 35,000 kg
5.0 metres (16’4”) provincial highways and provincial roads.
Winter Weight
Local bylaws may govern vehicle weights
• For two tandem axle groups, <3.4 m to 3 m 30,000 kg
and dimensions in urban municipalities
5.0 metres (16’4”) (VWD Section 17(5))
with a population of more than 1,000.
• For a tandem axle group and tridem Measurements may be required to Municipal Weight Limits
axle group, 5.5 metres (18’1”) determine if combined axle weights
Weight limits on municipal highways
• For two tridem axle groups, apply to your vehicle.
are the same as those for secondary
6.0 metres (19’6”) Except for a full trailer (which has two axle highways, including the winter
• For a multiple axle group and a groups), Saskatchewan regulations do season; except 8 axle B trains and
not recognize more than one axle or axle unless otherwise allowed by the
single, tandem or tridem axle group,
group on a semi-trailer. local municipality.
5.5 metres (18’1”)
Note “Winter Weight Season” is the period
*24, 000kg on Specific Highways, check Appendix E For weight limits on municipal roads, from November 16 in one year up to
of the Weight and Dimension Regulations.
contact the local urban or rural and including March 14 in the following
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year, unless the Winter Weight Season
27 Permit Condition Travel Restrictions
is restricted by a Minister’s Order during Guidelines for Unless otherwise specified on the Permit:
this period. Provincial Highways
1. no travel when exceeding 3.05 m (10’)
Registered Gross Vehicle Weights This is a basic guide for permits that wide and/or exceeding 25 m long
are required for the movement of when visibility is reduced to less than
Weights allowed on public highways are
loads exceeding the legal limits. The 1,000 m or when highways are slippery
separate from the registered gross weight
information provided is subject to The
of a vehicle. 2. direct crossing of a Provincial Highway
Highways and Transportation Act, 1997
Vehicle registration relates specifically to and “The Vehicle Weight and Dimension is allowed on Sundays and Public
The Traffic Safety Act. A heavy vehicle Regulation, 2010”. Where conflicts may Holidays if a flag person is in
is usually registered to a specific weight arise, this information will be superseded attendance during the crossing
determined by its business and the by the appropriate legislation. 3. travel for overdimension loads is
maximum weight it will generally carry. subject to structural clearance on
The prime concerns when issuing permits
A registration fee is collected to reflect provincial highways
are the safety, convenience of the public
the relative damage to the highway
and protection of the province’s highways SASKATCHEWAN TRAVEL TIME
system for operating at that registered
and structures. Special precautions are RESTRICTIONS
weight. Despite gross weights allowed
required when vehicles are allowed to
on a given highway, an operator cannot Fridays
travel while exceeding legal weights
exceed the registered weight, which
and dimensions. Permits are issued for • Friday restrictions apply from the
otherwise may result in a fine under
non-divisible loads based upon bridge Friday prior to Victoria Day (May) until
The Traffic Safety Act.
and highway capacities. Permits for Labour Day (Sept)
Different classes of highways have overweight are issued at 10 kg per mm
different gross weight limits to reflect width of tire on the steering axle and at
• No restrictions before 3:00 p.m.
their design and the amount of pavement 9 kg per mm on all other axles. Loads in • 3.85m maximum width and/or 42 m
deterioration that can be accepted. excess of 120,000 kg require a minimum maximum length after 3:00 p.m.
Therefore, no vehicle may exceed of two weeks notice when obtaining a • Rear effective overhang cannot
weights specified for specific highways permit. Operators requiring permits for
regardless of the registered weight of exceed 9 m
extremely heavy loads should apply for
the vehicle. Exceeding any maximum these permits well in advance to avoid
allowable weight (or dimension) may delay, as time is required to review
result in a fine under The Highways and structural capacities along the desired/
Transportation Act, 1997 or regulations. requested routes.
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Sundays • 3.85 m maximum width and/or 42 m www.saskatchewan.ca/business/

• Sunday restrictions apply all year maximum length after 3:00 p.m. transportation-and-road-construction/
information-for-truckers-and-
• No restrictions before 12:00 p.m. Night travel (sunset to sunrise)
commercial-trucking-companies/
• 3.85 m (12.63 ft.) maximum width and/or • 4.45 m (14.60 ft.) maximum width regulations-and-road-restrictions
42 m maximum length after 12:00 p.m. and/or 42 m maximum length • Length (Maximum)
• Rear effective overhang cannot • Loads over 3.85 m require both a lead
exceed 9 m and trail escort vehicle on all highways
• Truck, pony trailers or single vehicle,
12.5 m (41’)
Public holidays including • 5.18 m maximum height
• Tandem steer tridrive, 14.0 m (45’9”)
December 24, 27 and 31 Legal Dimensions
• Bus, 14.0 m (45’9”)
• No restrictions before 12:00 p.m. (See Dimensions Reference Chart
• Semi-trailer or full trailer, 16.2 m (53’)
• 3.85 m maximum width and/or 42 m on fold-out)
maximum length after 12:00 p.m. • Box length A, B or C train, 20 m (65’7”)
Width (Maximum)
• Rear effective overhang cannot • Box length on a truck and full trailer,
• Any vehicle, building or object, 20 m (65’7”)
exceed 9 m
2.6 m (8’6”)
• Tractor and semi-trailer or any other
The day prior to a public holiday • House trailers during daylight hours combination of vehicles, 23 m (75’5”)
• If a public holiday falls on a day other only, 3.05 m (10’)
than Monday, travel is restricted on the
• Tridrive truck tractor semi-trailer
• Mirrors may extend on each side of combination, 23.5 m (77’)
day prior to a public holiday as follows: the vehicle an additional 30 cm (12”)
• A train or C train with a tridrive truck
• Auxiliary equipment or load securing tractor, 26 m (85’4”)
• 3.85 m maximum width and/or 42 m devices may extend on each side of
maximum length after 3:00 p.m. • A train or C train, 26 m (85’4”)
the vehicle 10 cm (4”) on either side
• If a holiday falls on a Monday, Sunday or end of vehicle • B train, 27.5 m (90’2”)
restrictions apply • Drawbar length on a C train, 2.0 m (6’6”)
Height (Maximum)
When a public holiday falls on • Aerodynamic devices are not included
Saturday, Sunday or Monday
• Any vehicle, building or object, in an overall measurement of vehicle(s)
4.15 m (13’6”) (Maximum 1.52 m)
• Travel is restricted on the Friday prior
to a public holiday • For overheight and high clearance • Front heavy duty bumpers are not
loads please refer to Section included in the overall measurement
23.5 of the Vehicle Weight and of vehicle(s) (Maximum 30 cm).
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Internal Dimensions Minimum Website:
Maximum • Wheelbase for a tridem drive truck, www.sgi.sk.ca/businesses/permits
• Wheelbase for a truck tractor 6.6 m (21’6”) For information on the regulations contact:
manufactured after June 1988, • Wheelbase for a semi-trailer, full trailer Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways &
6.2 m (20’4”) or pony trailer, 6.25 m (20’6”) Infrastructure Trucking and Regulation
• Wheelbase for semi-trailers, • Track width for a tridem axle group on Inquiry Line Toll Free 1-866-933-5290 or
12.5 m (41’) a semi-trailer manufactured after June 306-933-5290
• Wheelbase sum of both B train trailers, 1998, 2.5 m (8’2”)
17 m (55’9”) • Track width for tandem axle group Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways
• Tridem axle spread for a B train, on a semi-trailer manufactured after and Infrastructure
3.1 m (10’2”) December 1991, 2.5 m (8’2”) Trucking Policy and Regulations Unit
• Tridem axle spread for a pony trailer, 9th Floor, 1855 Victoria Avenue
• Wheelbase for the real trailer of a Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 3T2
2.5 m (8’2”) B train manufactured after June 1988,
• Effective overhang (including the load) 6.25 m (20’6”) 306-787-4801 or 306-798-0172 (Fax)
for a semi-trailer is limited to 35% of
Overdimension & Overweight Permits https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/
its wheelbase transportation-and-road-construction/
• Effective overhang (including the load) are available from:
information-for-truckers-and-commercial-
on any truck or other trailer is limited The Permit Office trucking-companies
to 4.0 m (13’1”) when GVW exceeds Saskatchewan Government Insurance
4 500 kg Local Saskatchewan Highway Patrol Offices:
Permit Office
• Kingpin setback (measured anywhere (6 am - 10 pm) daily; except Christmas Regina . . . . . . . . 306-787-7481 or 7480
in an arc around the kingpin and Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day Saskatoon . . . . . . . . . . . . 306-933-6777
includes the load) may not be more 1-800-667-7575 Swift Current . . . . . . . . . . 306-778-8314
than 2.0 m (6’6”) (Toll free in Saskatchewan) Prince Albert . . . . . . . . . . 306-953-3680
• Hitch offset in an A or C train, truck Yorkton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306-786-1366
306-775-6969
or trailer towing another trailer is Road Restriction Information:
(Regina and outside Saskatchewan)
1.8 m (5’9”). Saskatoon Area . . . . . . . . 306-933-5228
306-775-6909
(Fax) Regina Area . . . . . . . . . . . 306-787-7623
All Other Sask. Areas . .1-888-335-7623
Email:
sgipermitoffice@sgi.sk.ca
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TABLE 7.0 W & D AM 1005 GENERAL PERMIT CONDITIONS REFERENCE GUIDE

Meant as a reference only. Specific limits may differ according to policy. For additional information, please contact the SGI Permit Office.
OVERWIDTH
Lights Escort Vehicle* Beacon “D” Signs

Size Time Hwy Situation No Travel Flags Red Amber Front Rear Extra Amber^ Front Rear Illuminated
Day 2 lane X
Width: 2.61 m Day 4 lane X

- 3.05 m** Night 2 lane X X
Night 4 lane X X
Day 2 lane X X X
Day 4 lane X X
Width: 3.051 m
Night 2 lane X X X X X X
- 3.3 m**
Night 4 lane X X X X X
All All Adverse Conditions X
Day 2 lane X X X X
Day 4 lane X X X
Width: 3.31 m
Night 2 lane X X X X X X
- 3.85 m**
Night 4 lane X X X X X
Day 2 lane X X X X
Day 4 lane X X X
Width: 3.851 m Night 2 lane X X 1 1 X X X X

- 4.29 m** Night 4 lane X X 1 1 X X X
All All Holidays X
* Column provides the number of escort vehicles required. December 2018
^ If beacon on towing unit not visible from rear, an additional beacon will be placed in the center of the rear
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NOTE: For Escort Vehicle Definition and Requirements please go the the Vehicle Weight and Dimension Regulations, 2010
OVERWIDTH

Day 2 lane X 1 X X X
Day 4 lane X 1 X X
Width: 4.3 m Night 2 lane X X 1 1 X X X X

- 4.45 m Night 4 lane X X 1 1 X X X
All All Holidays X
Day 4 lane X 1 X X
Width: 4.451 m
Night All X
- 4.99 m
All All Holidays X
Day 2 lane X 1 1 X X X
Day 4 lane X 1 X X
Width: 5.0 m
Night All X
- 5.49 m
All All Holidays X
Day 4 lane X 1 1 X X
Width: 5.5 m
Night All X
- 6.39 m
All All Holidays X

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OVERWIDTH

Width: 6.4 m
Night All X
- 7.29 m
All All Holidays X
Width: 7.3 m
Night All X
and over
All All Holidays X
^ If beacon on towing unit not visible from rear, an additional beacon will be placed in the center of the rear.
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OVERLENGTH

Length: 23.01 m Day All X

- 25.0 m Night All X X
Day All X X
Length: 25.1 m
Night All X X X X
- 27.5 m
Day All X X X
Length: 27.51 m
Night All X X X X X
- 30.0 m
Day All X X X X
Length: 30.01 m
Night All X X X X X X
- 31.0 m
Day All X X X X
Length: 31.01 m
Night All X X X X X X
- 34.0 m
Day 2 lane Loaded X 1 X X X
Day 2 lane Unloaded X X X X
Length: 34.01 m
Day 4 lane X X X X
- 38.0 m
Night All X X 1 X X X X
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OVERLENGTH

Day 2 lane Loaded X 1 1 X X X

Day 2 lane Unloaded X 1 X X X
Length: 38.01 m
Night 2 lane Loaded X X 1 1 X X X X
- 42.0 m
Night 2 lane Unloaded X X 1 X X X X
Night 4 lane Loaded X X 1 X X X X
Length: Over
Night All X
42.0m
All All Holidays X
Day 2 lane Unloaded X X X X X X
Day 4 lane Unloaded X X X X X
Length: Over Day All Loaded X

52.0 m Night All X
All All Holidays X
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General Overhanging Load Requirements:
The regulations require all operators of vehicles to provide warning to other drivers when transporting loads that overhang
the rear of a vehicle by 1 m (39”) or any side by 30 cm (12”), at the extreme end
or ends of the overhanging load.
During the daytime (between sunrise During night time (between sunset and
and sunset) and when visibility is good, sunrise) or when visibility is
operators must display a red or orange poor, a red lamp that can be seen from
flag of at least 30 cm (12”) by 200 m (660 ft) for loads overhanging
30 cm (12”). the rear of the vehicle; and an amber
lamp that can be seen from 200 m (660 ft)
for loads overhanging either side of the
vehicle, must be displayed.
OVERHANG

Side overhang: Day All X

Over 300 mm Night All X X
Rear overhang: Day All X

1.0 m - 6.49 m Night All X X
Rear overhang: Day All X 1

6.5 m - 9.0 m Night All X X 1
Day All 1 1
Rear overhang:
Night All X
over 9.0 m
All All Holidays X
NOTE: Rear overhang permit limits are 6.0 m for annual permits and over 7.0 m for single trip.
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LOADS ON HWY 102 & 905 NORTH OF LA RONGE (subject to conditions outlined below)

Size Time Hwy Situation Flags Red Amber Front Rear Extra Amber^ Front Rear Illuminated
Width: 3.0 m 1
- 4.0 m Passing lane reduced to <3.05 m 1 1 1
Width: Over 1 1
4.0 m Passing lane reduced to <3.05 m 1 1 1
^If beacon on towing unit not visible from rear, an additional beacon will be placed in the center of the rear.
1. All escort vehicles must be equipped with VHF radios
2. 30 km north of La Ronge to junction of Prov. Road 905 & 915, and Prov. Roads 905 and 915 have a 70km/h limit
3. Drivers must broadcast location and direction on common VHF radio channel when passing numerical markers.
4.When loaded trucks are overtaking vehicles, empty trucks must slow and move to the right to let loaded trucks pass
OVERHEIGHT

Height: 4.15 m
All All Subject to Clearance Tables
- 5.18 m
All All Subject to Clearance Tables
Height: Over All All Night X
5.18 m
Approval required from
All All
SaskPower, SaskTel, CN, CP, etc.
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Sales Tax
tax payable on supplies, equipment, non-
inter-jurisdictional registered vehicles and
tools used in Saskatchewan as outlined in
The PVT is calculated according to the
following formula:
Provincial Sales Tax (PST): Tax Payable = TV x R x SDR x T
Bulletin PST-38 – Information for Non-
Provincial Sales Tax (PST) is a 6 per Resident Real Property and Service TV = the taxable value of the vehicle
cent sales tax that applies to taxable Contractors. For more information, please R = the tax rate for the applicable
goods and services consumed or used visit www.saskatchewan.ca or call the calendar year
in Saskatchewan. It applies to goods and Ministry of Finance at 1-800-667-6102.
services purchased in the province as well SDR = the ratio of Saskatchewan
Prorated Vehicle Tax (PVT): distance to total qualifying
as goods and services that are imported
for consumption or use in Saskatchewan. Carriers registering inter-jurisdictional distance based on the
New and used goods are subject to tax. vehicles must pay sales tax at the time preceding July 1 to June 30
The GST is excluded in calculating the of registration based on the distance distance year
amount of PST payable. travelled. Sales tax is charged for all T = the number of whole months
When taxable goods or services are affected jurisdictions at the pro-rate or partial calendar months
purchased or rented from a supplier vehicle registration office (SGI – Branch & left in the vehicle period at
who is licensed to collect the tax, the tax IRP Issuing Services). The Saskatchewan the time that the vehicle is
is paid to the supplier. When goods or sales tax collected in this manner is called licensed, divided by 12
services are purchased or rented from the Prorated Vehicle Tax (PVT).
TV (Taxable Value)
a supplier who did not collect the tax, The PVT allows for the payment of tax
such as an unlicensed supplier located by all registrants of an inter-jurisdictional If purchased, the value is the purchase
outside Saskatchewan, the tax must be vehicle, based on their proportionate price before any trade-in allowance.
self-assessed and paid directly to the travel in Saskatchewan. Under the PVT, If leased, the value is the greater of:
Revenue Division. individuals who hold a valid apportioned
cab card, issued by any jurisdiction
• the purchase price as described
All non-resident contractors carrying on in the lease agreement
business in Saskatchewan, providing in North America and displaying
services to real property, are required to Saskatchewan (SK) as a registered • the fair market value at the start
be registered with the Revenue Division jurisdiction, may purchase or lease of the lease.
as Licensed Vendors for the purpose their inter-jurisdictional vehicles, trailers
of collecting and remitting PST on their and most repair parts and labour,
sales of taxable services and reporting exempt of tax.
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R (Rate of tax)
The tax rate is based on the number of 29 Fuel Tax United States that simplifies the
reporting of Fuel Taxes by commercial
inter-jurisdictional carriers. Under IFTA,
calendar years since the current owner Fuel Tax reporting is required from
of the vehicle acquired the vehicle. The all carriers who bring taxable fuel into the carrier files one consolidated Fuel Tax
truck rates vary from 2.823 to 1.314 per Saskatchewan in the fuel tank of a report with their base jurisdiction and tax
cent. Lower rates have been established commercial motor vehicle that has a is re-distributed based on the consumption
for buses. gross vehicle weight exceeding 11,797 kg. in other jurisdictions travelled.
The vehicle registration office will collect The current tax rates are 15¢ per litre 1. Eligibility
the PVT on the first registration and all for gasoline and diesel fuel and 9¢ per
A carrier may register under IFTA
subsequent renewals. litre for propane.
in Saskatchewan providing:
Early cancellation of a Saskatchewan Inter-jurisdictional carriers may satisfy their
fuel tax obligations by either acquiring a
• the carrier has vehicles with a
registration will result in a PVT credit registered gross vehicle weight
that may be applied against other single trip permit and paying a Fuel Tax
fee or becoming an IFTA registrant and exceeding 11,797 kg that are
PVT payable.
filing regular Fuel Tax returns. based in Saskatchewan for
Motor vehicles and trailers that operate registration purposes
solely in Saskatchewan are not subject In Saskatchewan, the Fuel Tax fee
to the PVT. Therefore, these vehicles and is included in the cost of a single trip • the carrier keeps the operational
their associated repair parts and repair permit. The amount of the Fuel Tax fee control and records for the vehicles in
services are subject to the Provincial is the greater of $10 or 6¢ per kilometre, Saskatchewan or will make the records
Sales Tax on the purchase or lease price. travelled in Saskatchewan. Fuel Tax available for audit in Saskatchewan
paid under a single trip permit is non- (if auditors must travel outside of
For additional information regarding refundable and cannot be offset against
the PVT, please contact Saskatchewan Saskatchewan to conduct an audit,
fuel purchased in Saskatchewan during the carrier is required to pay a portion
Ministry of Finance at 1-800-667-6102 the course of the trip.
ext. 0837 or visit the website for Ministry of the costs associated with conducting
of Finance at www.saskatchewan.ca. International Fuel Tax the audit)
Agreement (IFTA)
• the carrier operates in Saskatchewan
The International Fuel Tax Agreement and in one or more other jurisdictions.
(IFTA) is an agreement among
jurisdictions in Canada and the
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2. Benefits • all trip reports must include: • if bulk fuel is used in your inter-
• A single fuel tax license (and decals) - date of trip (starting and ending dates) jurisdictional units, detailed records
that allows your vehicles to travel in must be maintained for all fuel
- trip origin and destination
all member jurisdictions disbursements to intra-jurisdictional
- routes of travel (list the highway units, inter-jurisdictional units, and
• a single fuel tax report that details used when leaving and entering a
your operations in each of the construction equipment. Copies of
jurisdiction) delivery tickets or receipts and
member jurisdictions
- total trip distance (beginning and inventory reconciliations for fuel
• ability to credit the fuel tax overpayment
ending odometer readings) issued from bulk storage must be
of one jurisdiction against the liability
- distance by jurisdiction (odometer retained for audit purposes.
of another jurisdiction
readings at each jurisdiction line) Carriers who submit incorrect or false
• ability to remit one cheque or receive
- power unit number or Vehicle reports and/or fail to maintain adequate
one refund from your base jurisdiction records for four years from the date
• fewer audits, usually conducted by the Identification Number (VIN)
of filing, will be assessed tax, penalty
auditors from your base jurisdiction. - fleet number and interest. This may also result in
- registrant’s name suspension of prorate licensing privileges
3. Requirements
and revocation of IFTA credentials.
• Completion of licence application form, • original fuel purchase invoices or
payment of annual registration fee and receipts must show the following:
purchase of truck decals - date of fuel purchase
• filing quarterly returns by the due date. - seller’s name and address
(late returns are subject to penalty - number of litres purchased
and interest)
- fuel tax paid on number of litres
• payment of your fuel tax liability in full
on a quarterly basis - fuel type
• trip and distance reports that show - price per litre or total amount
a pattern of continuous movement of fuel sale
must be maintained for audit purposes - unit number
for each vehicle
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30 Contacts
Saskatchewan Highway Patrol – Inspection Station / Weigh Scale
Estevan Weigh Scale No. 39 – Highway W 306-637-4522

Kindersley Weigh Scale No. 7 – Highway W 306-463-5455
Langham Weigh Scale No. 16 – Highway S 306-933-6777
Lloydminster Weigh Scale No. 16 – Highway E 306-387-5670
Melfort Weigh Scale No. 6 – Highway S 306-752-6275
Moosomin Weigh Scale No. 1 – Highway E 306-435-4520
Regina Weigh Scale No. 11 – Highway N 306-787-7480
Swift Current Weigh Scale No. 1 – Highway W 306-778-8314
Yorkton Weigh Scale No. 10 – Highway S 306-786-1366
Saskatchewan Highway Patrol – Patrol Offices
Hudson Bay Patrol 306-865-4515

Meadow Lake Patrol 306-236-7595
Moose Jaw Patrol 306-694-3742
Prince Albert Patrol 306-953-3680
Wynyard Patrol 306-554-5459
Saskatchewan Highway Patrol – Regional Enforcement Offices
North Regional Office 306-933-5370

South Regional Office 306-787-5642
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Ministry of Highways & Infrastructure Trucking and Regulation Inquiry Line
(Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 4:30) In Saskatchewan toll free 1-866-933-5290 Outside Saskatchewan 306-933-5290
Canadian Directory:
Province IRP Office Fuel Tax Authority/NSC Permits Sales Tax Government Web Sites
Alberta 403-297-2920 780-427-3044 403-340-5444 800-662-7138 Not Required http://www.transportation.alberta.ca/3.htm
250-387-9686
British Columbia 604-443-4450 250-952-0576 800-559-9688 877-388-4440 http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/cvse/index.htm
or 877-388-4440
www.sgi.sk.ca
306-787-7749 306-775-6969 306-787-6645 www.saskatchewan.ca/business/
Saskatchewan 306-751-1250 or 800-667-6102 306-775-6630 or 800-667-7575 or 1-800-667-6102 transportation-and-road-construction/
Ext: 7749 T/F in Sk only Ext: 6686 information-for-truckers-and-commercial-
trucking-companies
204-945-5603 204-945-3961 800-782-0318
Manitoba 204-985-7775 204-945-5322 www.mpi.mb.ca
or 800-564-9789 or 877-812-0009 or 204-945-5603
416-246-7166
416-235-3923 866-668-8297 416-246-7166
Ontario Ext: 6300 or 800-959-5525 http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/trucks/
or 866-587-6770 or 905-440-4186 Ext: 6302
800-387-7736
800-837-6030 418-652-4382 888-461-2433 800-361-7620 418-659-4692
Quebec http://www.saaq.gouv.qc.ca/en/
or 418-528-4343 or 800-237-4382 or 418-643-5694 or 418-527-7775 or 800-567-4692
709-729-2519 709-729-6297 http://www.servicenl.gov.nl.ca/

Newfoundland 709-729-1786 877-636-6867 709-729-0359
or 877-636-6867 877-729-6376 drivers/safetycode/index.html
http://www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/access/
902-424-6300
Nova Scotia 902-424-5851 902-424-2850 902-424-1550 902-424-5851 drivers/special-move-permits/trucking-
800-565-2336
information.asp
506-444-4619 888-762-8600 506-453-2451 http://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/
New Brunswick 506-453-2410 506-453-2410
or 800-669-7070 or 506-453-3939 800-959-5525 departments/dti/trucking.html
Prince Edward 902-368-4070

902-368-5200 902-368-6577 Not Required 902-368-4000 http://www.gov.pe.ca/index.php3?lang=E
Island 800-959-5525
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Territories Directory (*Not IRP Member):

Territory Registry Office Fuel Tax Authority/NSC Permits Sales Tax Government Web Sites
867-667-5345 867-667-5644
http://www.hpw.gov.yk.ca/trans/
*Yukon 867-667-5315 Not a member 867-667-5066 or 800-661-0408 Not Required
transportservices/
of IFTA Ext: 5644
Hay River
*Northwest 867-767-9088 867-767-9088 867-984-3341
867-767-9244 Not Required www.gov.nt.ca/
Territories Ext: 31165 Ext: 31181 or (24 hr line)
877-737-7786
Cambridge Bay 800-316-3324
*Nunavut 877-212-6438 800-316-3324 http://www.gov.nu.ca/
867-983-4231 or 867-975-6851
United States Directory: (*Not IRP Member)

State IRP Office Fuel Tax Authority/UCR** Permits Government Web Sites
Alabama 334-242-9621 334-242-2999 UCR# 888-505-9047 1-800-499-2782 www.dot.state.al.us

*Alaska Not Participating Not Participating UCR# 907-365-1200 907-365-1200 http://dot.alaska.gov/mscve/index.cfm?go=mscve.cve
Arizona 602-712-6775 602-712-7665 Auth 602-712-4388 602-771-2960 http://www.azdot.gov/mvd/
Arkansas 501-682-4651 501-682-4800 UCR# 501-682-4653 501-569-2381 www.arkansashighways.com
800-400-7115
California 916-657-7971 UCR# 916-657-8153 916-322-1297 http://www.dot.ca.gov/trafficops/trucks/
or 916-373-3050
UCR# 303-894-2000
Colorado 303-205-5608 303-205-8205 1-800-350-3765 https://www.codot.gov/business
Select 4
Connecticut 860-263-5281 860-541-3222 UCR# 860-263-5281 860-594-2880 http://www.ct.gov/dmv/site/default.asp
Delaware 302-744-2702 302-744-2702 UCR# 302-744-2702 302-744-2700 http://dmv.de.gov/services/TransServ/index.shtml
Dist. of Columbia 202-729-7079 Not Required Auth 202-645-6018 202-442-4670 http://dmv.dc.gov/service/business-services
Florida 850-617-2909 850-617-3002 Auth 850-617-3010 850-410-5777 http://www.fdot.gov/maintenance/
Georgia 855-406-5221 877-423-6711 UCR# 844-238-8097 844-837-5500 https://www.cvisn.dor.ga.gov/
Idaho 208-334-8611 208-334-7806 UCR# 208-334-8611 208-334-8420 http://itd.idaho.gov/itddmv/
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Illinois 217-785-3000 217-785-1397 UCR# 217-782-4654 217-785-1477 www.cyberdriveillinois.com/
Indiana 317-615-7340 317-615-7345 UCR# 317-615-7350 317-615-7320 http://www.in.gov/indot/
Iowa 515-237-3268 515-237-3268 UCR# 515-237-3268 515-237-3268 http://www.iowadot.gov/mvd/motorcarriers/default.htm
785-368-8222
Kansas 785-296-6541 UCR# 785-271-3145 785-368-6501 http://www.ksdot.org/Commercialvehicles.asp
Opt: 5, 6, 1
Kentucky 502-564-9900 502-564-1257 UCR# 502-564-1257 502-564-1257 http://drive.ky.gov/Pages/default.aspx
Louisiana 225-925-4390 225-219-2520 UCR# 877-905-3854 225-343-2345 http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Pages/default.aspx
207-624-9000 207-624-9000 UCR# 207-624-9000 207-624-9000
Maine http://www.maine.gov/mdot/
(Ext: 52135) Enter 1 (Ext: 52137) (Ext: 52131) (Ext: 52134)
Maryland 410-768-7000 410-260-7818 Auth 410-582-5734 800-846-6435 http://www.mdot.maryland.gov
Massachusetts 857-368-8120 617-887-6367 UCR# 617-305-3559 781-431-5148 www.mass.gov/orgs/highway-division
Michigan 517-322-1097 517-636-4580 UCR# 517-284-3250 844-806-0002 http://www.michigan.gov/mdot/
Minnesota 651-296-2001 651-205-4141 UCR# 651-215-6330 651-296-6000 http://www.dot.state.mn.us/cvo/index.html
Mississippi 601-923-7142 601-923-7142 UCR# 888-737-0061 601-359-1717 http://mdot.ms.gov/portal/freight_ms-fac.aspx
UCR# 866-831-6277 866-831-6277
Missouri 573-751-6433 573-522-1048 http://www.modot.org/mcs/
or 573-751-7100 or 573-751-7100
Montana 406-444-6130 406-444-6139 UCR# 406-444-2998 406-444-7262 www.mdt.mt.gov/business/mcs
402-471-4435 UCR# 888-622-1222
Nebraska 402-471-4435 402-471-0034 http://www.dmv.nebraska.gov/mcs/index.html
or 888-622-1222 or 402-471-4435
775-684-4711 775-684-4711
Nevada Auth 800-832-5660 800-552-2127 http://www.nevadadot.com/
Ext: 1 Ext: 2
New Hampshire 603-227-4110 603-223-8073 UCR# 603-271-2311 603-271-2691 http://www.nh.gov/dot/business/transportation.htm
New Jersey 609-292-4570 609-633-7324 Auth 609-275-2604 609-530-6089 http://www.state.nj.us/transportation/freight/trucking/
New Mexico 888-683-2821 505-476-1551 UCR# 505-827-4519 505-476-2475 http://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/commercial.aspx
888-783-1685
New York 518-402-2180 518-457-5735 UCR# 518-457-6512 http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/motorist/trucks.shtml
or 518-485-2999
North Carolina 919-861-3720 919-707-7521 UCR# 919-861-3720 888-574-6683 http://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/vehicle/
https://www.dot.nd.gov/divisions/mv/vehicle.
North Dakota 701-328-2581 701-328-1287 UCR# 701-328-1287 701-328-2621
htm#motor-carrier-services
Ohio 614-777-8400 855-466-3921 UCR# 614-466-3392 614-351-2300 http://www.puco.ohio.gov/puco/index.cfm
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877-425-2390
Oklahoma 405-521-3036 405-522-8772 UCR# 405-521-2251 www.okladot.state.ok.us
or 405-425-7012
Oregon 503-378-6699 503-373-1634 Auth 503-378-6699 503-373-0000 http://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/MCT/pages/index.aspx
Pennsylvania 717-346-0608 717-783-1563 UCR# 717-783-5934 717-787-4680 www.dmv.pa.gov/Pages/default.aspx/
Rhode Island 401-946-0090 401-574-8788 UCR# 401-780-2158 401-462-1384 http://www.dmv.ri.gov/services/
South Carolina 803-896-3870 803-896-3870 UCR# 803-896-3870 877-349-7190 http://www.dot.state.sc.us/
888-978-7249
South Dakota 605-773-3314 605-773-2104 UCR# 605-773-4595 http://www.sdtruckinfo.com/
or 605-757-6406
Tennessee 615-399-4265 615-399-4265 UCR# 615-399-4266 615-741-3821 http://www.tn.gov/tdot/topic/centralservices-permits
UCR# 800-299-1700 800-299-1700
Texas 800-299-1700 512-475-0440 http://www.dmv.tx.gov/
Select 3 Opt 1
http://www.udot.utah.gov/main//
Utah 801-297-7500 801-297-6880 UCR# 801-965-4892 801-965-4892
f?p=100:pg:0:::1:T,V:188,
Vermont 802-828-2071 802-828-2070 Auth 802-828-2071 802-828-2064 http://dmv.vermont.gov/commercial-services
Virginia 804-249-5140 804-249-5140 UCR# 804-367-1609 804-249-5130 http://www.virginiadot.org/info/trucking-main.asp
Washington 360-664-1858 360-664-1858 UCR# 360-664-1222 360-704-6340 http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/
West Virginia 304-926-0799 304-926-0799 UCR# 304-340-0346 304-558-9547 http://www.transportation.wv.gov/Pages/default.aspx
http://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/com-drv-vehs/
Wisconsin 608-266-9900 608-261-2573 UCR# 608-266-9900 608-266-7320
mtr-car-trkr/default.aspx
Wyoming 307-777-4375 307-777-4827 Auth 307-777-4850 307-777-4376 http://www.dot.state.wy.us/home.html
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA): 202-366-4000
Surface Transportation Board (STB): 202-245-0245 or Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA): 1-800-832-5660 for STB Requirements
Note: STB replaced what used to be Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC)
**UCR - Unified Carrier Registration
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HIGHWAY TRAFFIC BOARD Fax: 306-798-0835 SASKATCHEWAN GOVERNMENT
1621A McDonald St Email: publications@gov.sk.ca INSURANCE (SGI)
Regina, SK S4N 5R2 www.qp.gov.sk.ca
www.sgi.sk.ca
Phone: 306-798-0174 Corporate General Inquiry Line: Toll Free
Fax: 306-798-0162 1-844-TLK-2SGI or 1-844-855-2744
Toll Free: 855-775-8336 SASKATCHEWAN MINISTRY
Email: contactus.htb@gov.sk.ca OF ENVIRONMENT
www.highwaytrafficboard.sk.ca Environmental Protection Branch
Carrier & Vehicle Safety Services
224 – 3211 Albert Street 5104 Donnelly Cres, PO Box 1580

Regina, SK S4S 5W6 Regina SK S4P 3C4
LEGISLATION
Phone: 306-787-6199 / Inquiries: 306-787-2584 • Carrier Safety, General NSC Inquiries,
Federal Legislation or Toll Free: 800-567-4224 Facility Audit, Carrier Profiles,
Fax: 306-787-0197 Compliance Review Program,
Canadian Government Publishing
www.saskatchewan.ca/environment Insurance Requirements
(PWGSC) Saskatchewan Spill Control Centre Phone: 306-775-6630
Department of Justice Canada Toll Free: 800-667-7525 Fax: 306-775-1215
Communications Branch Email: CarrierSafetyPrograms@sgi.sk.ca
Public Affairs Division Insurance email: nscapp@sgi.sk.ca
284 Wellington Street SASKATCHEWAN MINISTRY
Ottawa, ON K1A 0H8 OF FINANCE • Vehicle Standards and Inspection
inquiries
Phone: 613-957-4222 Revenue Division Phone: 306-775-6188
Fax: 613-954-0811 PO Box 200 Fax: 306-775-6222
Email: webadmin@justice.gc.ca 5th Floor, 2350 Albert Street Email: vehicleinspection@sgi.sk.ca
http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/ Regina, SK S4P 2Z6
Toll Free: 800-667-6102
Branch & IRP Issuing Services
Provincial Legislation Fuel Tax: 800-667-6102 (ext 7749)
PST: 800-667-6102 2260 - 11th Ave
Publications Saskatchewan Fax: 306-787-0241 Regina SK S4P 2N7
Walter Scott Building www.saskatchewan.ca/government/ • IRP, Issuing Services (driver licence
B-19 3085 Albert St government-structure/ministries/finance & registration)
Regina SK S4S 0B1 www.iftach.org Phone: 306-751-1250
Toll Free: 800-226-7302 Fax: 306-359-0867
Phone: 306-787-6894 IRP email: irp@sgi.sk.ca
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Medical Review Unit Trucking and Regulation Inquiry Line Transportation of Dangerous Goods
Commercial Medical Reporting In Saskatchewan toll free: 866-933-5290 Prairie & Northern Region
Phone: 306-775-6176 Outside Saskatchewan: 306-933-5290 Transport Canada
Toll Free: 1-800-667-8015 Ext. 6176 Fax: 306-933-5276 344 Edmonton Street
Fax: 306-347-2577 (in Regina) Winnipeg, MB R3C 0P6
Vehicle Weights & Dimensions Toll Free: 888-463-0521
Permit Office (Heavy Truck Permits) www.tc.gc.ca/eng/prairieandnorthern/menu.htm
9th Floor, 1855 Victoria Ave Email: caspnr-sacrpn@tc.gc.ca
Phone: 306-775-6969 Regina, Sk S4P 3T2
Toll Free (in SK only): 800-667-7575 Phone: 306-787-4801 TDG Training in Saskatchewan
Fax: 306-775-6909 Fax: 306-798-0172 Phone: 306-975-5105
Email: sgipermitoffice@sgi.sk.ca mhitrucking@gov.sk.ca
TRUCKING ASSOCIATIONS
Vehicle Registration Structural Clearance
SGI Customer Service Center Alberta Motor Transport Association
http://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/ (AMTA)
Toll Free: 1-800-667-9868 transportation-and-road-construction/
www.sgi.sk.ca/individuals/ information-for-truckers-and-commercial- #1 – 285005 Wrangler Way
registration/index.html trucking-companies/regulations-and-road- Rocky View, AB T1X 0K3
restrictions Phone: 800-267-1003 or 403-243-4161
Fax: 403-243-4610
SASKATCHEWAN MINISTRY OF www.amta.ca
HIGHWAYS AND INFRASTRUCTURE TRANSPORT CANADA
http://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/ Canadian Transport Emergency Centre Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association
transportation-and-road-construction (CANUTEC) (APTA)
Emergency (24 hours): 613-996-6666 105 Englehart Street, Suite 800

Highway Hotline – Road Conditions
(call collect) Dieppe, NB E1A 8K2
Saskatoon and area: 306-933-8333 Phone: 866-866-1679 or 506-855-2782
Toll Free: 1-888-226-8832
Regina and area: 306-787-7623 Fax: 506-853-7424
Cell (Canada Only): *666
SaskTel cell network: *ROAD www.apta.ca
Non-Emergency (24 hours): 613-992-4624
Toll-free across Canada: 888-335-7623
(call collect)
Handheld devices:
Fax: 613-954-5101
http://roadinfo.telenium.ca/mobile_report.html
www.tc.gc.ca/eng/canutec/menu.htm
(You must pull over and stop before using your handheld in Saskatchewan.)
http://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/
transportation/highways/highway-hotline
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American Trucking Association (ATA) Saskatchewan Trucking Association Canadian Council of Motor Transport
950 North Glebe Road, Suite 210 (STA) Administrators (CCMTA)
Arlington, VA 22203-4181 103 Hodsman Road 1111 Prince of Wales, Suite 404
Phone: 703-838-1700 Regina SK S4N 5W5 Ottawa ON K2C 3T2
www.trucking.org Phone: 306-569-9696 Phone: 613-736-1003
Toll Free: 1-800-563-7623 Fax: 613-736-1395
British Columbia Trucking Association Email: info@sasktrucking.com www.ccmta.ca
(BCTA) www.sasktrucking.com
Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance
#100 – 20111 93A Avenue (CVSA)
Langley, BC V1M 4A9 The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA)
Phone: 604-888-5319 6303 Ivy Lane, Suite 310
555 Dixon Road
Fax: 604-888-2941 Greenbelt, MD 20770-6319
Toronto, ON M9W 1H8
www.bctrucking.com Phone: 301-830-6143
Phone: 416-249-7401
Fax: 301-830-6144
Fax: 1-866-713-4188
www.cvsa.org
Trucking Human Resources Canada www.cantruck.ca
National Highway Traffic Safety
104 – 720 Belfast Rd
Ottawa, Ontario K1G 0Z5 Trucking Association of Quebec, Inc. Administration (NHTSA)
Phone: 613-244-4800 Suite 200, 6450 rue Notre-Dame West (8:30AM to 5:00PM ET Monday – Friday))
Fax: 613-244-4535 Montreal, PQ H4C 1V4 Phone: 1-888-327-4236
Email: theteam@truckinghr.com Phone: 514-932-0377 Ext: 217 Fax: 202-366-1767
www.truckinghr.com Fax: 514-932-1358 www.nhtsa.gov/
www.carrefour-acq.org The Saskatchewan Heavy Construction
Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA)
Association
25 Bunting Street 1939 Elphinstone Street
Winnipeg, MB R2X 2P5 INDUSTRY RELATED CONTACTS Regina, SK S4T 3N3
Phone: 204-632-6600 Phone: 306-586-1805
Fax: 204-694-7134 Canadian Automobile Association
Fax: 306-585-3750
www.trucking.mb.ca (CAA) – Saskatchewan
www.saskheavy.ca
200 Albert Street N.
Ontario Trucking Association Regina, SK S4R 5E2
Toll Free: 1-800-564-6222
555 Dixon Road Roadside Assistance: 1-800-222-4357
Toronto, ON M9W 1H8 www.caask.ca
Phone: 416-249-7401
Fax: 1-866-713-4188
www.ontruck.org 89
INDUSTRY RELATED WEBSITES
CANADIAN CUSTOMS CARRIER SELF ASSESSMENT www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/prog/csa-pad/menu-eng.html
CANADIAN CUSTOMS COMMERCIAL DRIVER REGISTRATION www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/prog/cdrp-picsc/menu-eng.html
CANADIAN ROAD CONDITIONS http://weather.gc.ca/canada_e.html
CURRENT WEATHER CONDITIONS FOR CANADA www.accuweather.com/en/ca/canada-weather
FLEETSMART PROGRAM http://fleetsmart.nrcan.gc.ca/
MAP QUEST www.mapquest.com
ROUTES INTERNATIONAL www.routesinternational.com
THE WEATHER NETWORK www.theweathernetwork.com
TRUCK NEWS www.trucknews.com
TRUCK SAFETY COALITION www.trucksafety.org
U.S. FEDERAL HIGHWAYS ADMINISTRATION (FHWA) www.fhwa.dot.gov
U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (FMCSA) www.fmcsa.dot.gov
GOOGLE MAPS https://www.google.ca/maps/
90
Sometimes the line Don’t take this personally,
between life and death but we need our space.
is marked with pylons.
Snowplows create ‘mini-blizzards’ behind the trucks
when clearing roads.
Please respect the safety of our workers. Let them lead the way and stay back until they pull over – about every 10
Slow down to 60km/hr in the Work Zone when passing km. It’s illegal to pass a snowplow at more than 60 km/hr.
highway workers and equipment. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO! Check road conditions by calling toll-free
at 1-888-335-7623 or SaskTel cellular users dial *ROAD.
saskatchewan.ca/highways saskatchewan.ca/highways
Secondary Weight Highway (15km rule does not apply)
Bridge Restriction
SASKATCHEWAN TRUCKERS’ GUIDE Bridge Restricted Highway
Secondary Weight Highway
Secondary Weight Highway
Winter Weight Not Allowed
Weight Classification
Primary Weight Permit Available for Hwy 102, 905 & 915
2018to the Primary and the 63,500 kg Weight
Bridge and Highway Restrictions
Primary Weight Permit Available of Hwy 102, 905 & 915
Hwy 35 The Old Nipawin Bridge - On the Prov The 15 km rule only applies
Road between its Jct with Hwy 35 in Highway - Max WeightLegend
is 62,500 kgs
Nipawin and its Jct with Hwy 35/55 NW of
Nipawin; Max GVW 8,000 kgs; No Winter 905 905
Highway - Max
Primary WeightWeight is 62,500 kgs
955 955 Weights
9 Month Primary Weight (Secondary Weight from April 1 to June 30)
Hwy 312 The Gabriel Dumont Bridge - Secondary
9 Month Primary Weight (Secondary Weight from March 15 to June 15)
Weights; No Winter Weights
Primary Weight Highway (15km rule does not apply)
Hwy 905 Max GVW 41,500 kgs
GVW Limited Highway (Refer to Ministerial Order for Specific Weight)
Hwy 919 Meadow Lake Prov Park to North Limits of
Hwy 919; Secondary Weights; No Winter
905
75% of Primary Weight Highway
Weights 8,000 kgs Restricted Highway
Hwy 955 The Douglas River Bridge - From South
Secondary Weight Highway (15km rule does not apply)
abutment of the bridge to North limits of
955; Max GVW 41,500 kgs Bridge Restricted Highway
914 914 Secondary Weight Highway
Bridge and Structural Clearance Table
Go to: www.highways.gov.sk.ca/trucking 905 905
909 909
Primary Weight Permit Available for Hwy 102, 905 & 915
The 15 km rule only applies to the Primary and the 63,500 kg Weight
Highway - Max Weight is 62,500 kgs
155 155
905
955 102 102
925 925
908 908
903 903
914 914
918 918 915 915
914 135 135
155 155 165 165
910 910 905
909
965 965
935 935
2 2
155 165 165

106 106
912 912 102
936 936 911 911 FLINFLIN

FLONFLON
165 165
919 919 155 155 937 2 106 106
929 929 937 2
925 917 917
951 951
950 950 903 903 924 924 916 916 921 921 167 167
21 21 939 939
224 224 912 912
55 55 908 916 916
PIERCELAND
PIERCELAND
GREEN LAKE
903
914
969 969
26 26
4 4 924 924 927 927 915
918
135
55 106 106
55 55 55 155 165
MEADOW LAKE 55 55 2 2 910 963 963
MEADOW LAKE 922 922
942 965
21 21 304 304 935
913 913
4 4
942 2
926 926
970 970 165
945 945 120 120 928 928
943 943 264 264 912
106
946 946 BIG RIVER

BIG RIVER 936 265 265 911 FLIN FLON
165
919 959 959 155 106 106 106 123 123
929 937 2 9 9
ST. WALBURG
ST. WALBURG 917
951
3 3 924 916 921
950 903
263 263 120 120 167
21 939
21 224 24
21 24 912 CHOICELAND
CHOICELAND 35 35
55 916 55 55
PIERCELAND
LLOYDMINSTER 303 303 GREEN LAKE 55 240 240
TURTLEFORD
TURTLEFORD 55 355 355 969 255 255
LLOYDMINSTER 26 3 3 SPIRITWOOD
SPIRITWOOD 927
4 924 55 55
303 303 106 NIPAWIN
26 26 55 378 55378 2 2 55 55 6 6 NIPAWIN
MARSHALL
MARSHALL 55 2 963 35 35
MEADOW LAKE 922 CARROT
CARROT RIVER
RIVER 9 9
21 304
942
3 3 PRINCE ALBERT 23
SHELLBROOK 302 302
913 23
LASHBURN
LASHBURN MAIDSTONE 4 12 SHELLBROOK PRINCE ALBERT
MAIDSTONE 12
302 302
40 40 926
335 335 335 335
970 ARBORFIELD
21 945 943 264
120 928 ARBORFIELD
21 16 16 BIRCH HILLS
324 324 946
BIRCH HILLS
BIG RIVER 11 265
KINISTINO
11 KINISTINO 35
4 4 25 25 106 35 23 23
40 40 378 378 959
3
123
9
3
ST. WALBURG 376 376 212 212 STAR
STAR CITYCITY
A
20
TA
BLAINE 20 3
NORTH BATTLEFORD BLAINE LAKELAKE 3 3 3
3 NORTH BATTLEFORD TISDALE
TISDALE HUDSON
HUDSON BAY BAY
DUCK
DUCK LAKELAKE 120 41 MELFORT 981 981
40 40 225 225 263
320 320 41
MELFORT
CUT CUT KNIFE
KNIFE 21 24 CHOICELAND 35
RT
BATTLEFORD HAFFORD
HAFFORD 2 55
LLOYDMINSTER BATTLEFORD
303 ROSTHERN
ROSTHERN 2
55 240
TURTLEFORD 355 255
3 SPIRITWOOD ST. BRIEUX PORCUPINE
PORCUPINE PLAIN
PLAIN
29 340 312 312 ST. BRIEUX
ER
29 340 11 11 6 6 55
303 WALDHEIM
WALDHEIM WAKAW
WAKAW NIPAWIN 23 982 982 980 980
26 378 2 55 6 23
17 17
UNITY
MARSHALL 16 HEPBURN
HEPBURN 368 368 35
UNITY 16 HAGUE CARROT RIVER 9
HAGUE
BE
14 RADISSON
3 ALVENA
ALVENA 23
983 983
M
14 RADISSON SHELLBROOK 302
12 1212 983 983
MA
LASHBURN WILKIE MAIDSTONE
WILKIE 376 376 CUDWORTH PRINCE ALBERT
MACKLIN 41 CUDWORTH
302 349 349 349
MACKLIN SCOTT
SCOTT 4041 349
NAICAM335
DALMENY OSLER NAICAM 335
LB
DALMENY OSLER ARBORFIELD

21 16 LANGHAM VONDAVONDA ANNAHEIM
14 LANGHAM 27 27 ANNAHEIM
BIRCH HILLS
AN
14 324
21 374 374 MARTENSVILLE WARMAN ABERDEEN
ABERDEEN
11 BRUNO 25
BRUNO KINISTINO ROSE ROSE VALLEY
35VALLEY
317 317 4 23
AL
21 40 378 9
3 38 38 9
4 4 SASKATOON
376 STAR CITY 35 35
212 KELVINGTON 8 NIT
ALBERTA
SASKATOON BLAINE LAKE 5 5 20

3 KELVINGTON
3 8
TRAMPING NORTH BATTLEFORD
LAKELAKE
A
TRAMPING HUMBOLDT HUDSON BAY

LUSELAND
LUSELAND 40 14 14
DUCK LAKE 225 HUMBOLDT
320 41 WATSON TISDALE
WATSON 981
31 CUT KNIFE BIGGAR
BIGGAR ASQUITH MELFORT
49 49
31 51 51 ASQUITH
BATTLEFORD HAFFORD
ITO
ROSTHERN 2
COLONSAY 20 20 PORCUPINE PLAIN

29 340 COLONSAY
11 312 ST. BRIEUX 6 5 5 980
60 WALDHEIM WAKAW 23 PREECEVILLE
982 STURGIS
51 51 KERROBERT 60 LEROY PREECEVILLE STURGIS
KERROBERT
17 DELISLE HEPBURN LEROY
368 NORQUAY
NORQUAY
UNITY DELISLE 16 WADENA
OB
ALLANALLAN HAGUE 2
ALVENA
WADENA 49 49
14 RADISSON 397 397 2 983
MANITOBA
WILKIE 7 376 12 LANIGAN 983 8

7 CUDWORTH LANIGAN 6 8
MACKLIN PLENTY
PLENTY SCOTT DUNDURN
DUNDURN 41 6 NAICAM
349 349 9 9
DALMENY OSLER 365 365 WYNYARD
WYNYARD
BA
219 VONDA
31 14 219 LANGHAM 27 ANNAHEIM
16 16
31 BRUNO
317 21 374 ABERDEEN ROSE VALLEY
SMILEY
SMILEY 45 11 38 9
317 317 4 45 SASKATOON11 WATROUS
WATROUS 35
FOAMFOAM
LAKELAKE 5 CANORA
5CANORA
A
ZEALANDIA
ZEALANDIA 5 KELVINGTON 8
57
307 307 LUSELAND TRAMPING LAKE HANLEY HANLEY HUMBOLDT WATSON 47 57
14 20 47
KINDERSLEY
KINDERSLEY 31 ROSETOWN
ROSETOWN 51
BIGGAR ASQUITH 20 49
KAMSACK
7 15
OUTLOOK
OUTLOOK KAMSACK 5 5
7 7 15 20
7 15COLONSAY 5 229 229 8
15 8
51 KERROBERT 42
60 NOKOMIS
NOKOMIS LEROY PREECEVILLE STURGIS
42 DELISLE RAYMORE
RAYMORE WADENA 16 16 NORQUAY 357 357
21 ALLAN 15 49
21 2 15
4
DINSMORE
DINSMORE 219 219
7 397
LANIGAN 310 310 8309 309
EATONIA 4 PLENTY DUNDURN SEMANS
SEMANS 6 9
SPRINGSIDE 369 369
EATONIA 44 44 IMPERIAL
IMPERIAL
365 WYNYARD SPRINGSIDE
44 44 GOVAN
31
219 GOVAN 16 YORKTON
44 2
YORKTON 10
ESTON SMILEY 44 ELROSE 45 44
11 DAVIDSON 2 10 10
317ESTON ELROSE 44 DAVIDSON WATROUS FOAM LAKE 52 5 CANORA 10
45 45
ZEALANDIA 52 57 80 80 8
307 19 HANLEY ITUNA 8
19
20
ITUNA 47
30 30 KINDERSLEY ROSETOWN 35 35 KAMSACK16 516
7
7 15
OUTLOOK
STRASBOURG 15 381 381
42 15 STRASBOURG 15 229 8 SALTCOATS
42
CRAIK NOKOMIS 10 10 SALTCOATS
373 373
42 CRAIK RAYMORE 16 9 9 357
21 15 MELVILLE BREDENBURY
BREDENBURY
LEADER
LEADER 4
DINSMORE 219
220 220 SEMANS SOUTHEY
SOUTHEY
310
310 310 309
369
EATONIA 44 IMPERIAL SPRINGSIDE MELVILLE 15 15 8 8
44 22
MENDHAM 32 367 367 322 322 GOVAN CUPAR
CUPAR 22 YORKTON 16 16
LANGENBURG
MENDHAM 32 342 342 20 20 CHURCHBRIDGE LANGENBURG
KYLE
KYLE
ESTON 44 ELROSE 42 42 44 DAVIDSON 2
10 10 10
CHURCHBRIDGE
BURSTALL 21 45 BALCARRES
BALCARRES
52 10 80 8
BURSTALL 21 19 354 ITUNA 80
ABBEY
ABBEY 30 354 REGINA BEACHREGINA BEACH LEMBERG 80
2 35
LEMBERG KILLALY
KILLALY
16
321 321 CENTRAL
CENTRAL BUTTE
BUTTE 2 11 11 STRASBOURG 210 210 15
381
42
CRAIK 54 5499 99 6 FORT QU'APPELLE 22 10 22 SALTCOATS
CABRI
373 6 FORT QU'APPELLE 9 22
CABRI 10 MELVILLE BREDENBURY 22
LEADER 42 220 SOUTHEY 10 310 ESTERHAZY
19 42
3556
56 15 ESTERHAZY
8
19 LUMSDEN
LUMSDEN
322 364 22 35 247 247
MENDHAM 32 342 367 11
20 11 364CUPAR LANGENBURG 16
371 371 37 KYLE 42 INDIAN
INDIAN HEAD
HEAD CHURCHBRIDGE
37 32 32
PILOT BUTTE BALCARRES 101 47 TANTALLON
TANTALLON
BURSTALL 21 354 REGINA PILOT BUTTE 1 SINTALUTA47 80
ABBEY HERBERT
HERBERT MORSE
MORSE 301 301 REGINA REGINA BEACH BALGONIE SINTALUTA
LEMBERG KILLALY 201 201
321 1 1 CENTRAL BUTTE 2 11 BALGONIE QU'APPELLE
210 QU'APPELLE GRENFELL
4 4 54 99 6 WHITE
WHITE CITYCITYFORT QU'APPELLE
22 GRENFELL
332 332 CABRI MOOSE JAW WOLSELEY 22
WHITEWOOD ROCANVILLE
ROCANVILLE
MOOSE JAW 42
10 WOLSELEY ESTERHAZY WHITEWOOD
58 58 19 PENSEPENSE
LUMSDEN 35
56
247 BROADVIEW
BROADVIEW
364 11
371 1 SWIFT
37 SWIFT CURRENT
CURRENT 19 6 INDIAN HEAD 47
1 32 19 6 PILOT BUTTE 48 48 47 47 TANTALLON 1 8 8
2 2 339 39 39 REGINA
1
SINTALUTA WAPELLA
WAPELLA 1
363 363 HERBERT MORSE 1 339 301 ROULEAU BALGONIE QU'APPELLE 201
4 ROULEAU WHITE CITY 35 35 GRENFELL MOOSOMIN
332 363 363 MOOSOMIN
MOOSE JAW WOLSELEY KIPLING
WHITEWOOD ROCANVILLE
GULLGULL
LAKELAKE 33 FRANCIS KIPLING
379 379 58 PENSE 33 FRANCIS BROADVIEW
48 48 9 9
SWIFT CURRENT 47
1
1 19
2
6 48
WAPELLA 1 8 FLEMING
FLEMING
1 343 343 363 339 39
ROULEAU MILESTONE
MAPLE
MAPLE CREEK
CREEK 37 37
334 334 MILESTONE 35 CORNING MOOSOMIN
MOSSBANK
2
363
2 306 306 OSAGE
OSAGE CORNING
43 MOSSBANK KIPLING WAWOTA
43 LAKE
GULL 379 33 FRANCIS 48 9 WAWOTA
48
GRAVELBOURG 33 33 48
GRAVELBOURG FLEMING
1 343 43 43
MAPLE CREEK 4 39 39
MILESTONE
21 21 437 MOSSBANK 2 334 OSAGE
306 YELLOW GRASS CORNING 209 209
43
58 36 36 YELLOW GRASS WAWOTA
271 271 13 PONTEIX
PONTEIX 58 GRAVELBOURG 33 48
13 43 WEYBURN
4 LAFLECHE
LAFLECHE 39 STOUGHTON
21 WEYBURN
YELLOW GRASS STOUGHTON
209
CARLYLE
SHAUNAVON
SHAUNAVON HAZENMORE 58 36 334 334 13 CARLYLE
271
HAZENMORE
13 PONTEIX
13 ASSINIBOIA
13 ASSINIBOIA 13 REDVERS
REDVERS
LAFLECHE WEYBURN
STOUGHTON ARCOLA
ARCOLA 13 13
SHAUNAVON 19 2 334 CARLYLE
EASTEND
EASTEND 19 HAZENMORE 358 358 2 ASSINIBOIA
13 13 13
REDVERS
13 OGEMA
OGEMA ARCOLA 13
13 13 19
EASTEND 358 2 47
18 18 13 OGEMA RADVILLE35
377 377RADVILLE 35 39 39 47 ALIDA
ALIDA
LAMPMAN
LAMPMAN 361 361
13 WILLOW
WILLOW BUNCH
BUNCH 47
13 18 377 RADVILLE
28 39 MIDALE ALIDA
13 BENGOUGH 28 35 MIDALE LAMPMAN 361
BENGOUGH
WILLOW BUNCH
13 28 MIDALE
36 BENGOUGH 6
36 6 ALAMEDA
ALAMEDA 318 318
OXBOW
18 18 18 18 36 6 ALAMEDA 318 OXBOW
21 18 18 34 34 ESTEVAN OXBOW
21 21 34 ESTEVAN
ESTEVAN
18 18 18
37 37
18 18 CARNDUFF
CARNDUFF
37 18 CARNDUFF
9
ROCKGLEN 18 18 18 BIENFAIT
BIENFAIT BIENFAIT
9 9
4 4 4 ROCKGLEN ROCKGLEN 8 8 8
2 2 CORONACH
CORONACH CORONACH 18 1818 350 350 350 39
39 39 Revised Date: OctoberRevised
2,2018 Date: October 2,2018
2
1005 1005 Atlas\Weight Classification Map
Atlas\Weight Classification Map
1005
Provincial Highways or Portions of Provincial Highways on Which B-trains Can Operate at 63,500 kg
(a) Provincial Highway No. 1; 12, from Saskatoon to its with Provincial Highway No. 1; access road from Provincial
(b) Provincial Highway No. 2, junction with Provincial (z) Provincial Highway No. Highway No. 8 to Section
from Assiniboia to La Ronge; Highway No. 312; 40, from its junction with 21, Township 17, Range 30
Provincial Highway No. 3 to West of the First Meridian;
(e) Provincial Highway No. 3, from (p) Provincial Highway No
Hudson Bay to its junction with 13 from the Manitoba its junction with Provincial (hh) the Cory potash mine
Provincial Highway No.40; Boundary to its junction with Highway No. 29; access road from Provincial
Provincial Highway No. 39; (aa) Provincial Highway No. 41, Highway No. 7 to Section 18,
(f) Provincial Highway No. in Township 36, in Range 6,
4, from its junction with (q) Provincial Highway No. from its junction with Provincial
14, from Saskatoon to Highway No. 5 to its junction West of the Third Meridian;
Provincial Highway No.
1 to Meadow Lake; the Alberta Boundary; with Provincial Highway No. 6; (ii) the Vanscoy potash mine
(r) Provincial Highway No. (bb) Provincial Highway No. 41A, access road from Provincial
(g) Provincial Highway No. 5, Highway No. 7 to Section 16,
from Saskatoon to Canora; 15, from its junction with from its junction with Provincial
Provincial Highway No. 4 to Highway No. 41 to its junction in Township 35, in Range 8,
(h) Provincial Highway No. 6, its junction with Provincial with Provincial Highway No. 3; West of the Third Meridian;
from its junction with Provincial Highway No. 11; (bb.1) Provincial (jj) the Esterhazy potash mine
Highway No. 39 to Melfort; Highway No. 46 access road from Provincial
(s) Provincial Highway No. 16;
(i) Provincial Highway No. 7; (cc) Provincial Highway No. Highway No. 22 to Section 24,
(t) Provincial Highway No. 17; in Township 20, in Range 33,
(j) Provincial Highway No. 55, from its junction with
(u) Provincial Highway No Provincial Highway West of the First Meridian;
8 from its junction with
Provincial Highway No. 18 from the Manitoba (kk) the Lanigan potash mine
Boundary to its junction with (dd) Repealed. 17 Aug 2018
1 to its intersection with SR 50/2018 s12. access road from Provincial
Grid Road No. 719; Provincial Highway No. 39; Highway No. 16 to Section 28,
(v) Provincial Highway No. 22, (ee) Provincial Highway No. 316; in Township 33, in Range 23,
(k) Provincial Highway No. 9, West of the Second Meridian;
from its junction with Provincial from the Esterhazy Potash (ee.1) (ee.1) Provincial
Highway No. 13 to Canora; Mine access to Stockholm; Highway No. 397; (ll) the Patience Lake potash
(w) Provincial Highway No. 29; (ff) the Belle Plaine potash mine mine access road from
(l) Provincial Highway No. Provincial Highway No. 316
9, from the International (x) Provincial Highway No. access road from Provincial
Highway No. 1 to the south- to Section 16, in Township
Boundary to its junction with 35, from its junction with 36, in Range 3, West of
Provincial Highway No. 18; Provincial Highway No. 16 west corner of the south-
east quarter of Section 14, the Third Meridian; or
(m) Provincial Highway No. 10; to its junction with Provincial
Highway 55 at Nipawin; Township 17, Range 24, West (mm) Provincial Road 903
(n) Provincial Highway No. 11; of the Second Meridian; from its junction with
(y) Provincial Highway No. 39, Provincial Highway No.
(o) Provincial Highway No. from North Portal to its junction (gg) the Rocanville potash mine 55 to 1.52 km North.
93
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SASKATCHEWAN

1 National Safety Code (NSC) 2

1 National Safety Code

point where the carrier may not be safe

• for transportation of dangerous goods

plates, or a pro-rated IRP registration. TABLE 1.0 Maximum GVW by Jurisdiction

U.S. DOT OFFICE OF

Contact SGI - Carrier & Vehicle Safety Class F No No

TABLE 2.0 Vehicles Requiring Inspection & Validity Term

Taxi (PT) Municipal Bylaw No inspection unless required by municipal law

Cycles Adverse Driving Conditions • loading and unloading commercial

the deferral is recorded in the remarks

SCHEDULE 1.0 – Truck, Tractor and Trailer

Inspection Defect(s) Major Defect(s)

Cab - Occupant compartment door - Any door fails to close securely

Cargo Securement - Insecure or improper load covering - Insecure cargo

Driver Controls - Accelerator pedal, clutch, gauges, audible

Electric Brake System - Loose or insecure wiring or - Inoperative breakaway device

Emergency Equipment and Safety Devices - Emergency equipment is missing

Fuel System - Missing fuel tank cap - Insecure fuel tank

Horn - Vehicle has no operative horn

Tires - Damaged tread or sidewall of tire - Flat tire

Inspection Defect(s) Major Defect(s)

SCHEDULE 2.0 – Bus

Cargo Securement - Insecure or improper load covering - Insecure cargo

Dangerous Goods - Dangerous goods requirements set out in

Electric Brake System - Loose or insecure wiring or - Inoperative breakaway device

Emergency Equipment - Emergency equipment is missing damaged

Fuel System - Missing fuel tank cap

General - Serious damage or deterioration that is noticeable and may affect

Horn - Vehicle has no operative horn

Inspection Defect(s) Major Defect(s)

Passenger Compartment - Stanchion padding is damaged When affected position is occupied:

Tires - Damaged tread or sidewall of tire - Flat tire

Date ___________________________________ Time ________________ Location of Inspection __________________________

Name ________________________________________________________ Carrier Name ________________________________

Results of Inspection:  No defects found  The following defects were found:

The above noted defects were repaired.

20 Commercial Vehicle Further information on CVSA Why?

1/4 7 1,300 580 2,600 1,180 3,150 1,430 3,500 1,570

Defective Chain Defective Webbing

Cable Elements and Measurement Defective Cable

Standard Clamp Double Base Clamp

4. repair welding or distortion from heat Rope

Labels and Placards Effective January 1, 2019

2.2 - Non-Flammable, Non-Toxic Gas.

2.3 - Toxic Gas.

2.2 (5.1) - Oxygen and oxidizing gases.

CLASS 3 – Flammable Liquids

4.2 - A substance liable to spontaneous combustion, under normal conditions of

4.3 - A substance that, on contact with water, emits dangerous quantities of

CLASS 5 – Oxidizing Substances and Organic Peroxides

Labels and Placards Effective January 1, 2019

6.2 - Micro-organisms that are infectious or that are reasonably believed to be

Date _________ Time Location of Inspection

Name ________________________ Carrier Name

7,300* 22,000 23,000 Primary 52,300 GVW