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COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTIONS

Comprehensive Commercial Vehicle Inspections in Alberta

At Big Rig Power, we understand the importance of keeping your commercial vehicle safe and roadworthy. That's why we're proud to be a licensed Commercial Vehicle Inspection facility for the Province of Alberta. Our experienced technicians provide thorough inspections that meet or exceed industry standards, so you can have peace of mind knowing your vehicle is in good hands.

What to Expect During Your Inspection

During your inspection, our technicians will carefully examine your vehicle, checking for any signs of wear or damage. We'll also perform a series of tests to ensure your vehicle meets or exceeds industry standards. If any issues are identified, we'll provide a detailed report outlining the necessary repairs and recommendations.

CVIP FAQ

WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF VEHICLES THAT ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION CERTIFICATE AND DECAL?

Vehicles that are eligible for a vehicle inspection certificate and decal include:

  • a truck, tractor or trailer or a combination of these vehicles that have a GVW of 11794 kg or more
  • a converter dolly
  • a bus that has a designed seating capacity of 11 or more passengers including the driver

IF A VEHICLE IS BROUGHT BACK TO YOUR FACILITY FOR RE-INSPECTION WITHIN 10 DAYS OF A FAILED INSPECTION, MUST IT BE INSPECTED BY THE SAME TECHNICIAN WHO PERFORMED THE ORIGINAL INSPECTION?

No, any licensed technician at the same facility can  perform the re-inspection.

IF A VEHICLE IS RE-INSPECTED WITHIN 10 DAYS OF A FAILED INSPECTION, MUST A VEHICLE INSPECTION CERTIFICATE BE ISSUED IF THE ITEMS THAT FAILED THE LAST INSPECTION PASSED THE RE-INSPECTION?

Under normal circumstances, yes. In a re-inspection, only those items that failed the inspection and listed on the Record of Inspection are needed to be inspected. However, if a technician is not satisfied that the vehicle is safe for highway use, even though the items that failed the last inspection have been corrected, a Vehicle Inspection certificate may not be issued. Alberta Transportation will be contacted for further direction.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO CONDUCT EACH TYPE OF INSPECTION?

Each inspection varies depending on the vehicle. However, it should generally take the following timeframes (approximately):

  • Commercial inspection - up to 4 hours
If a technician completes an inspection and signs a vehicle inspection certificate sooner than is generally expected, the facility operator should double check the work and make sure the inspection was properly conducted according to the Technician and Facility Operating Manuals.

WHAT ARE THE CIRCUMSTANCES UNDER WHICH AN INSPECTION CERTIFICATE MAY BE REVOKED BY ALBERTA TRANSPORTATION?

Alberta Transportation will revoke a certificate for one of the following reasons:

  • the issuing facility was not licensed to inspect the type of vehicle
  • the issuing technician was not licensed to inspect the type of vehicle
  • the date of the inspection on the certificate is different than the actual date of the inspection
  • the technician signed the certificate prior to completing the inspection
  • the certificate issued was reported missing, destroyed, or otherwise invalid
  • the certificate issued was originally sold to another inspection facility
  • the certificate was issued for which the inspection was not conducted in accordance with the Vehicle Inspection Regulation (A/R 211/2006), the Facility Manual, or the Technician Manual
  • the certificate was otherwise issued under fraudulent or false pretenses

COntact us today

If you're in need of a commercial vehicle inspection in Alberta, look no further than Big Rig Power. Contact us today to schedule your inspection and experience the peace of mind that comes with knowing your vehicle is in good hands.
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