Brake Safety Week. Are you ready?
When is it?
Brake Safety Week will take place between September 15 and 21, 2019, across North America.
What do I need to know?
Enforcement officials will conduct roadside safety inspections on commercial motor vehicles throughout North America. Vehicles with critical brake violations or other vehicle inspection violations will be restricted from travelling until those violations are corrected. These inspections will be carried out randomly. That means everyone should be ready.
What should I do?
Prevention is key to avoid any driving restrictions. We encourage you to get your trucks and trailers inspected, whether they are from your fleet or that of Location Canvec.
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Frequently asked questions about Brake Safety Week
Can CANVEC inspect my trucks and trailers before a brake inspection campaign?
Yes. CANVEC encourages carriers to have their trucks and trailers inspected ahead of time, whether the units belong to your fleet or come from CANVEC’s rental fleet. Our garage and mechanics handle repairs such as brake adjustments, either at our shop or with a fully equipped mobile unit sent to your site. Book through our truck and trailer repair team.
What happens if my vehicle has a critical brake violation?
During Brake Safety Week, enforcement officials carry out random roadside inspections of commercial vehicles. Vehicles with critical brake violations or other inspection violations are restricted from travelling until the problems are corrected. If a unit is stopped, CANVEC’s 24/7 roadside assistance can send a technician to repair brake systems on site.
Does CANVEC offer a preventive maintenance program for brakes?
Yes. CANVEC offers a preventive maintenance program (PEP) and pre-SAAQ inspections by appointment, plus SAAQ annual inspection management for trucks and trailers. A dedicated employee helps you set a maintenance schedule that suits your budget and complies with regulations, which is the best way to avoid restrictions. Learn more about truck and trailer preventive maintenance.