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Explore the Canadian perspective on EOBRs, challenges faced, stakeholder input, and the development of a national standard. Discover the divided opinions among Canadian stakeholders and the approved approach by the Council of Ministers. Stay informed on the current environment and the ongoing monitoring of US rulemaking for Canadian carriers. Follow the progress of the Canadian National Safety Code standard for EOBRs and its key deliverables outlined. Have questions? Contact the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators for more information.
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Electronic On-Board Recorders The Canadian Perspective August 2011 CCMTA Darren Christle BA, CITT, P.Log, MCIT Executive Director Motor Carrier Division Province of Manitoba
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Mandate from Council of DMs • Council directed CCMTA to examine issues related to electronic on-board recorders (EOBRs)
Current Environment Proliferation of Products and Different Formats No Current North American Standard Challenges – Inspectors Reading Data US 2010 Rule – Non-Compliant Carriers CTA concerned & calling for mandatory EOBRs to level playing field
CCMTA Review Undertook a literature review Developed a discussion paper Solicited stakeholder input with key considerations • Application and implementation (scope) • Data requirements and privacy • Technically flexible or specific approach • Phase-in period
Consultation • Input received from: • Carrier Organizations: CTA, Private Motor Truck Council, Motor Coach Canada • Owner Operator Independent Drivers Associations • Canadian Construction Association • Truck Manufacturers Association • Ontario Provincial Police • Manufacturers
Options • Do Nothing – Continue to allow industry to adopt on a voluntary basis • No cost to industry • No requirement to develop standard • Inconsistent with US Option 1 • Develop targeted approach – direct to carriers in non-compliance with Hours of service • Similar to US approach • Targeted toward worst offenders Option 2
Options (cont.) • Develop standard leveraging key aspects of US Rule • Utilizes work undertaken in US • Opportunity for CDN standard • Compatibility with US approach • Implementation can be independent or harmonized with US Option 3 • Develop universal mandate • Increased compliance with Hours of Service • Levels the playing field • Would force carriers to accept costs of EOBRs Option 4
Important Note Canadian stakeholders divided on universal vs. remedial approach
Council of Ministers Approval: • Option 3: Develop a Canadian standard for EOBRs leveraging the work already undertaken in the US • Incorporates key elements of US rule • Provides Canada the flexibility to consider compatibility with the US • Direct CCMTA to continue to monitor US rulemaking and implementation for Canadian carriers
Current Environmental Scan • CCMTA has awarded a contract to FP Innovations Ltd. to develop a Canadian National Safety Code (NSC) standard on EOBR’s for CMV use in Canada. • $80,000 • The RFP referenced four deliverables • Deliverable 1 : Outline key elements of the standard; • Deliverable 2 : Preliminary draft of the standard; • Deliverable 3 : Final draft; • Deliverable 4 : Final standard.
QUESTIONS? Canadian Council of Motor transport Administrators Standing Committee on Compliance & Regulatory Affairs2323 St. Laurent Blvd.Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1G 4J8 Phone: 613.736.1003 Fax: 613.736.1395 Email: ccMTA-Secretariat@ccmta.ca