Frequently Asked Questions
What changes are implemented?
As of March 3, 2014, under the Canada / United States Medical reciprocity Agreement, Alberta will adopt an identification code "W", which will be displayed on the driving license and driving record of these people are not medically qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle outside Canada
Who will the changes affect
Alberta commercial drivers who operate a motor vehicle in classes 1, 2, 3 or 4 with one or more of the following :?
- insulin-dependent diabetes;
- medical history or clinical diagnosis of epilepsy and / or convulsions;
- not meet the minimum hearing requirements for the transport of dangerous goods; and
- monocular vision.
When the changes come into effect?
The W code will be implemented on March 3, 2014.
Why these changes made?
Ws code are introduced in Alberta as a result of discussions between Canada and the United States to achieve reciprocity between the two countries on the medical fitness for vehicle operators utilities.
How commercial drivers were informed of this change?
commercial drivers affected by the W code were sent correspondence indicating that the license of drivers and their driving records now display a W. code
where does the show on the license code W?
W code appears on the face of the driving license.
How Alberta drivers should have a W code added to their licenses?
Approximately 2,400 Alberta drivers display a W code on their licenses and registrations.
How to Alberta drivers with a W code can lead without restriction in Canada when they are not allowed to drive in the United States?
Canada uses the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA) Medical guideline standards for drivers in the establishment of minimum basic medical and vision qualifications for safe driving. Medical standards of US Federal Safety Regulations Motor Carrier prohibit drivers with the following conditions of operation of commercial vehicles in the United States:
- Diabetes insulin-dependent;
- medical history or clinical diagnosis of epilepsy and / or seizure;
- Unable to meet minimum hearing requirements for the transport of dangerous goods; and
- monocular vision.
what other provinces use the code W?
The W code restriction is already used by some Canadian provinces and all provinces and territories will be implemented later.
What will happen if a commercial pilot with a W code attempts to cross the border in the US?
Anyone with the code W traveling to the United States which is operating a commercial vehicle will not be allowed to enter the United States access However, those with the Ws code traveling to the United States for personal reasons in a non-commercial vehicle will always be granted
Is commercial drivers in the United States with the same conditions medical as of isplay a W code on their driving licenses in preventing trade in Canada?
the United States is implementing a code V identify commercial drivers with [medical conditions that do not meet Canadian standards.
is responsible for the costs associated with the introduction of the code W?
W code will be displayed on licenses and commercial drivers folder in Alberta who have medical conditions described above drivers. The W code appears that business licenses are renewed as well, no additional costs will be incurred in this process Albertans.
What if a W code is added in error? How can this be fixed?
If the drivers believe a W code has been placed on their license in error, they should contact Alberta Transportation, Driver Fitness and Monitoring at 780- 427- 8230; Option This number can be reached toll-free in Alberta by first calling 310-0000 and following the instructions.
Office 15-16h30 hours are 8:00, Monday to Friday.
What are the notification rules Alberta Transportation on commercial drivers with medical conditions?
Article 16 of the operator's license and vehicle control regulation requires Albertans to disclose a disease or disability that may interfere with the safe operation of a motor vehicle when they request the license of an operator.
Is Alberta Transportation to pay for medical reports it needs?
medical examination and complete the forms required to obtain or renew the operator's license are not covered under the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) for Albertans under 74.5 years, although such services are covered for 74.5 years old. For those who are not covered, physicians can directly bill the patient for the examination and forms.
When a required medical report?
Medicals are required at age 75, 80, and every two years for Class 3 licensees, 5, 6 and 7 licenses. Medical reports are required for Class 1, 2 and 4 commercial licenses every five years until age 45, every two years until age 65 and every year thereafter.
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