The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) says nearly a third of the vehicles they pulled over in the latest Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Enforcement Blitz have been taken off the road.
The 22nd annual blitz was held at Woodbine Mohawk Park in Campbellville on Tuesday, October 3rd and Wednesday, October 4th. The purpose of this initiative is to conduct proactive enforcement and ensure compliance with legislation pertaining to mechanical fitness, weights, load security, safety and licencing.
“This was the 22nd year the Halton Regional Police Service has hosted the Commercial Motor Vehicle Enforcement Blitz, and with the help of our partner agencies, it has become the largest of its kind in Ontario,” says Sergeant William Clayton, Traffic Services Unit. “Road safety remains a top priority in Halton region. Enforcement campaigns such as this one are essential to ensuring our roads remain as safe as possible. Mechanical fitness, load security and weight compliance continue to be an issue we are seeing. These trucks require a commitment to maintenance and diligence in daily inspections by the operators. I give credit to those in the industry who recognize the importance of making it a priority. Operators who choose to neglect their duties will be held accountable. Safe trucks and safe drivers lead to safe roads.”
With the help of neighbouring police services and agencies, officers inspected 475 commercial motor vehicles, generating the following results:
- 149 vehicles taken out of service (31% failure rate)
- 290 total charges laid (Provincial Offence Notices)
- three sets of licence plates seized
- 97 Mandatory Alcohol Screenings conducted
The 2022 results are listed below:
- 316 total commercial motor vehicles inspected
- 95 total commercial motor vehicles taken out of service – (30% failure rate)
- 208 total charges laid
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