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Medical Qualification FAQ – CANADIAN Medical Certificates - FAQ1

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Medical Qualification FAQ – CANADIAN Medical Certificates - FAQ1

Description: CANADIAN DRIVERS MEDICAL CERTIFICATION PROOF WHEN OPERATING CMV

FAQ1:  Do all Canadian drivers need to carry the medical certification when driving a CMV in the United States?

 A1:  No, only Canadian Class 5, Alberta Class 3, New Brunswick Class 3 and Ontario Classes D and G Canadian CMV drivers are required to carry proof of medical qualifications when operating in the United States.

Regulatory Topic: Medical qualifications requirement for foreign-domiciled motor carriers
Effective Date: Monday, March 5, 2018
Issued Date: Monday, March 5, 2018