DRIVER HOURS OF SERVICE REGULATIONS
Pacific Western is proud of our leadership role in the area of safety. From being the first in the industry to have our entire bus fleet outfitted with seat belts, to developing unique safety programs and maintaining a higher safety standard amongst our work group, we are confident that our strong commitment to safety will help us continue to lead.
No matter the size of the group or length of trip, passenger safety is our primary focus. Governing bodies in both Canada and the United States have prescribed a specific set of regulations for operators of passenger vehicles. The purpose of these rules are to ensure the safety of all motor coach bus passengers and operators, by defining the allowable length of time a motor coach driver can be operating a vehicle (motor coach bus, mini coach bus, school bus) transporting passengers. The regulations set by Transport Canada and the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) are based on a scientific review and are designed to make certain that drivers get the necessary rest to perform safe operations.
Canada Regulations |
United States Regulations |
Rules for the 24-Hour Day
Maximum driving time - 13 hours
Maximum on-duty time - 14 hours
Minimum hours off-duty - 10 hours
Rules for the Driver's Shift
No driving after 16 hours
16 hour work shift clock runs continuously
Driver must be off-duty for 8 straight hours
Rules for the 24 hour day still apply, even if time still remains in work shift |
Maximum driving time for passenger-carrying vehicles
Maximum driving time - 10 hours
(May drive a maximum of 10 hours after 8 consecutive hours off duty)
Drivers may work up to 15 hours
(May not drive after 15 hours of being on duty)
Once 15 hour limit is reached, the driver must have 8 hours off duty
Your driver may work up to 70 hours
in any 8-day period
(driving and non-driving duties) |
Additional Information
Pacific Western Transportation Ltd: (PWT) is one of Canada’s largest privately-owned people transportation companies. Operating for over 50 years, Pacific Western Toronto has developed an extensive offering of high quality tourism services including Toronto Airport Express. Pacific Western exceeds customer expectations by employing talented people who share in the dedication of a company committed to safety with service. To learn more about Pacific Western Transportation, please visit: www.PacificWesternToronto.com
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