Canadian Heavy Truck Weight and Dimensions Online Training
Course by: Fleet Safety International
Description
Complete this 1-hour online Canadian Heavy Truck Weight and Dimensions course to learn the current regulations for crossing provincial and territorial borders in Canada. Designed for commercial truck drivers, fleet managers, and carriers, the course covers vehicle category classifications, weight distribution conditions, and compliance standards to help ensure safety and consistency on Canadian highways.
Important: Commercial vehicle weight and dimension limits, axle requirements, permits, exemptions, and seasonal restrictions may differ by province or territory. Drivers and carriers should verify the current requirements for every jurisdiction and route where they operate.
Course at a glance
- Course format: 100% online and self-paced
- Course duration: Approximately 1 hour
- Course price: $24.95 CAD
- Primary focus: Canadian commercial vehicle weight and dimension considerations
- Course topics: Vehicle categories, liftable axles, aerodynamic devices, weight distribution, and jurisdictional variations
- Intended audience: Commercial drivers, carriers, fleet managers, dispatchers, and transportation employees
- Passing score: 80%
- Assessment attempts: Up to 2 attempts
- Course access: 365 days after purchase
- Certificate: Downloadable and printable immediately after passing
- Course code: DRV851600
- Bulk discounts: Available from 10 seats
- Recommended browser: Latest version of Google Chrome
Course Outline
- Introduction
- History
- Understanding Vehicle Categories
- Category 1: Semi-Trailer
- Category 1A: Tridem Drive Semi-Trailer
- Category 2: A-Train Double
- ategory 3: B-Train Double
- Category 4: C-Train Double
- Category 5: Straight Truck
- Category 6: Truck–Pony Combination
- Category 7: Truck–Full Trailer Combination
- Category 8: Intercity Bus and Recreational Vehicles
- Additional Conditions & Compliance Standards
- Additional conditions
- Liftable Axels
- Aerodynamic devices
- Variations in weight & dimension limits by province
Course Details
Length:
1 hour
Language:
English
Certification:
Yes
Mobile Friendly:
Yes
Digital Badge:
Yes
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