Canadian Fundamentals of NSC Compliance & Administration

What is Canadian Fundamentals of NSC Compliance & Administration?

The Federal Carrier Compliance Training course provides carriers and transportation professionals with essential knowledge of National Safety Code (NSC) regulations, Federal Safety Fitness Certificates, and IFTA requirements. Participants will learn how to establish and maintain compliance systems, manage driver and vehicle documentation, understand provincial versus federal oversight, and prepare for audits or reviews. Designed for both new and experienced carriers, the course equips learners with practical tools to operate safely, meet regulatory standards, and ensure ongoing compliance in the Canadian transportation industry.

Course Overview

The Federal Carrier Compliance Training course provides a comprehensive introduction to National Safety Code (NSC) regulations and the requirements of holding a Federal Safety Fitness Certificate.

Designed for carriers operating under federal authority, this course explains how to establish compliance systems, manage safety documentation, and meet federal and provincial standards. Learners will also gain an understanding of IFTA requirements, insurance minimums, and the differences between provincial and federal oversight.

It is recommended that participants also complete the Federal Hours of Service course to gain full insight into regulatory compliance requirements.

By the end of this training, learners will understand how to maintain compliance with Canadian transportation regulations, manage carrier responsibilities, and prepare for audits or reviews.

COURSE TOPICS

Where to start and required authorities
Provincial vs. federal regulations
Safety Fitness Certificates – what they are and how to apply
Insurance minimums
Prorate setup and renewals
IFTA – purpose and filing quarters
National Safety Code standards overview
Safety program requirements and policies
Appointing a safety officer and disciplinary procedures
Driver file requirements and retention periods
Maintenance program policies and scheduled inspections
CVIPs and trip inspections
Vehicle files, repair, and maintenance records
Safety meetings, recall systems, and collision evaluations
Log book reviews – retention, monitoring, and reporting
Hours of service – provincial and federal limits
Carrier profiles and interpretation of parts 1–11
Compliance reviews and NSC audits
Intervention processes and investigator roles

COURSE DURATION

This online course takes approximately 120 minutes to complete. Learners can start, pause, and resume training at their own pace.

PASS MARK

A passing score of 80% is required to successfully complete the course. Participants are permitted one retake if a passing grade is not achieved on the first attempt.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion, a Certificate of Completion will be available for immediate download and printing.

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Duration

Average Completion Time

Completion times vary depending on the number of times the information is viewed prior to finishing the course. The average completion time is 120 minutes.

Testing

Knowledge Assessment

Testing is conducted in this online course to reinforce the information presented. You are provided three opportunities to achieve a passing mark of 80% or greater.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of this course, a certificate will be available to download and print. You can access your certificate through your online account.