Brake Inspections Focus for CVSE branch This Week

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:12 AM

Prince George, B.C.- The Province's Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement (CVSE) branch will be out in force throughout northern B.C. this week ensuring commercial vehicles are operating with safe braking systems.

"When our inspectors pull unsafe vehicles off the road, we find faulty brakes are the most common defect," said Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Shirley Bond. "We know that the vast majority of operators conduct themselves safely and professionally. We want to remind all drivers of the importance of ensuring their brakes are regularly inspected and properly adjusted."

This week's inspections coincide with the Commercial Vehicles Safety Alliance (CVSA) International Brake Safety Week, a North America-wide strategy to focus commercial vehicle inspections on braking systems. The results of these roadside inspections may result in increased focus on some designated inspection facilities and commercial businesses.

Enforcement will take place on major highways and companion roads in northern B.C.

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