In-cab warning devices are now required for dump trucks operating in British Columbia

Dump truck drivers operating in British Columbia are now required to have warning devices in the cab to prevent infrastructure failures.

The new measure, effective Saturday (June 1), is a move taken by the provincial government to prevent further infrastructure failures on British Columbia’s highways. This carries a potential fine of $598.

Under the BC Motor Vehicle Act, all commercial vehicles with load beds greater than 4.15 meters in height are now required to have warning devices installed in the cab to alert the driver when the load bed is raised.

The new solution was introduced after a series of hits to infrastructure – mainly British Columbia highway overpasses – by transport trucks, which led to repairs and road closures. There have been 44 hits since the end of December 2021

The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure said “the overwhelming majority of truck drivers are liable, but the trucking industry has called for more stringent action against the small number of irresponsible carriers who caused these accidents.”

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The Ministry of Transport first announced the required warning systems in December. Then in March, the ministry announced increased fines to $100,000 and potential prison time.

Since Transport Minister Rob Fleming announced the first changes in December, one company’s license, Chohan Freight Forwarders Ltd., has been suspended after six hits in two years.

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