Fatigue management and regulatory compliance are essential for the safety of all road users. The Alberta Hours of Service (Provincial) Training course provides a clear understanding of the rules commercial drivers must follow under Alberta’s provincial hours of service regulations.

These regulations are designed to prevent fatigue-related incidents and promote safer driving practices. Participants will learn how to apply the rules governing work-shift limits, exemptions, and rest requirements, as well as how to complete logbooks and maintain accurate documentation. The course also covers the 160 km radius exemption and the responsibilities of both drivers and employers under the Safety Fitness Certificate system.

By course completion, learners will not only understand the hours of service requirements but also how to apply them effectively to maintain safety and compliance on the road.

Topic Overview

Hours of service regulations are critical for reducing fatigue and ensuring that drivers operate within safe limits. This course helps Alberta-based commercial drivers and fleet managers interpret and apply provincial HOS rules to real-world driving situations, improving safety and accountability in the transportation industry.

Course Topics

• Introduction: Learn what a Safety Fitness Certificate is, define National Safety Code vehicles, and identify who the regulations apply to.
• Duty Status: Understand the four duty statuses, and the differences between on-duty and off-duty time.
• Work-Shift Limits: Explore maximum work hours, required breaks, and reduced rest provisions.
• Co-Driver Requirements: Review how duty status conflicts can occur and how to manage them.
• Exemptions: Understand the rules for adverse driving conditions and emergency exemptions.
• Form & Manner Requirements: Learn logbook and documentation standards, including retention and supporting document requirements.
• Logbook Exemption (160 km Radius): Understand exemption rules, record-keeping obligations, and 15-hour on-duty limits.

Course Duration

This online training takes approximately 45 minutes to complete. Learners can start, pause, and resume the course anytime.

Pass Mark

A passing mark of 80% is required to receive a certificate of completion. Participants may attempt the course twice if they do not pass on their first attempt.

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion, a digital certificate of completion will be available for download and printing. This certificate confirms compliance with Alberta’s provincial hours of service regulations.