CVOR Vehicle Inspection Regulations 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is a daily trip inspection report and who must complete it?
- A fuel log completed by the dispatcher
- A systematic vehicle check completed by the driver before and after each trip (Correct answer)
- An annual inspection by a licensed mechanic
- A GPS tracking report from the ELD
Correct answer: A systematic vehicle check completed by the driver before and after each trip
Drivers must complete daily trip inspection reports checking critical vehicle components.
Under Ontario Regulation 199/07, drivers must conduct and document a systematic inspection before and after each trip, covering brakes, tires, lights, steering, coupling devices, mirrors, and other safety-critical systems.
Question 2: What are major defects versus minor defects in Ontario's inspection system?
- There is no classification system
- Major defects make the vehicle unsafe and need immediate repair; minor defects need repair within a timeframe (Correct answer)
- Minor defects are cosmetic; major relate to paint
- Major defects only apply to trailers
Correct answer: Major defects make the vehicle unsafe and need immediate repair; minor defects need repair within a timeframe
Ontario classifies defects as major (immediate repair required) or minor (repair within a reasonable time).
Major defects like brake failure or flat tires make the vehicle unsafe to operate and require immediate repair before operation. Minor defects like a cracked mirror or minor fluid leak require repair within a specified timeframe but allow continued operation.
Question 3: How often must a commercial vehicle undergo an annual safety inspection?
- Every 6 months
- At least once every 12 months (Correct answer)
- Every 2 years
- Only when changing ownership
Correct answer: At least once every 12 months
Commercial vehicles must pass a safety inspection at least once every 12 months.
Ontario requires commercial vehicles to undergo a comprehensive safety inspection at least annually at a licensed Motor Vehicle Inspection Station. The inspection covers all major systems including brakes, suspension, steering, tires, exhaust, and lighting.
Question 4: What is an NSC Schedule 1 inspection?
- An interior cleanliness check
- A standardized roadside inspection of mechanical condition and driver credentials (Correct answer)
- A financial audit of maintenance budgets
- An inspection of the entertainment system
Correct answer: A standardized roadside inspection of mechanical condition and driver credentials
NSC Schedule 1 is the standardized roadside inspection covering both vehicle and driver.
The NSC Schedule 1 inspection covers vehicle systems (brakes, tires, steering, suspension, lights, coupling, cargo securement) and driver documentation (licence, medical certificate, HOS records, CVOR certificate). Violations may result in out-of-service orders.
Question 5: Who can legally perform annual safety inspections in Ontario?
- Any person with a valid driver's licence
- Licensed technicians at registered Motor Vehicle Inspection Stations (Correct answer)
- Only MTO employees
- Any auto body shop
Correct answer: Licensed technicians at registered Motor Vehicle Inspection Stations
Only certified technicians at registered MVIS facilities can perform annual safety inspections.
Annual safety inspections can only be performed by technicians with appropriate certification (310T or 310S) at registered Motor Vehicle Inspection Stations. Both the technician and station must be properly licensed.
Question 6: What must a carrier do when a vehicle fails its annual safety inspection?
- Continue operating until the next inspection
- Remove the vehicle from service until repaired and re-inspected (Correct answer)
- Transfer the vehicle to a different driver
- Apply for an MTO exemption
Correct answer: Remove the vehicle from service until repaired and re-inspected
A failed vehicle must be taken out of service, repaired, and pass re-inspection.
When a vehicle fails its annual inspection, the carrier must immediately remove it from service. The defects must be repaired by a qualified technician, and the vehicle must pass re-inspection before returning to service. Operating a failed vehicle is a serious offence.
CVOR Vehicle Inspection Regulations 2
What is a daily trip inspection report and who must complete it?