NSC Facility Audit

SGI’s Carrier Safety Programs department is responsible for conducting National Safety Code facility audits for Saskatchewan-based carriers.

In an effort to reduce confusion about safety requirements for the transportation industry, Canadian jurisdictions have a uniform standard of safety regulations. These standards are known as the National Safety Code (NSC).

Definition of Registered Gross Vehicle Weight

A NSC Certificate of Safety Fitness is required to license the following commercial vehicles in Saskatchewan:

• Vehicles in Class A, C, D or LV (for commercial or business use) with a registered Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 11,000 kg if travelling in Saskatchewan only (intra-provincial)
• Vehicles in Class A, C, D, F or LV (for commercial or business use) with a registered GVW of 5,000 kg or more if prorated or permitted for travel to other jurisdictions (extra-provincial)
• All personal use vehicles registered in Class LV with a registered GVW of 5,000 kg or more that leave the province for any reason
• Vehicles in Class PS or PB with a seating capacity of more than 10 passengers including the driver

Under the NSC, carriers with a poor safety record are identified by the Saskatchewan Carrier Profile system and are targeted for facility audits. Random audits are also done.

During a facility audit, Compliance Review Officers examine the records of commercial carriers to ensure compliance with the law and to check if all necessary safety programs are in place.