February 6, 2025
Transport Canada Enhances School Bus Safety
Transport Canada recently announced that perimeter visibility systems will be required on all new school buses as of November 1, 2027.
The systems use a series of cameras that allow bus drivers to detect people around the bus while the bus is stopped or travelling slowly, enhancing visibility beyond what is provided by mirrors alone. Canada is the first country to require this technology on school buses.
The new requirement follows a recommendation put forward by the Task Force on School Bus Safety in their 2020 report, which found that children are far more vulnerable while navigating outside the bus than riding inside.
More information is available on the Transport Canada website.
October 8, 2024
The Happenings of Collision Analysis
Steve Thannhauser upgraded his PC Crash skills by attending the virtual course offered by MEA Forensic on September 17, 2024, as well as exhibited at the Alberta Civil Trial Lawyers Association (ACTLA) Master Class Seminar in Calgary, AB, September 24, 2024. Please contact Steve for your collision reconstruction files.
May 24, 2024
Collision Analysis is at the ACTLA Seminar
Visit Steve at the Alberta Civil Trial Lawyers Association (ACTLA) Seminar in Edmonton, Tuesday May 28, 2024, from 9 am – 5 pm. He will be at our Collision Analysis booth in the Sandman Signature Downtown Hotel, 10235 - 101 Street, Edmonton.
September 29, 2023
On-Scene Vol. 29, Fall 2023
Watch for the latest edition of On-Scene coming to your mailbox or email in-box next week.
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May 15, 2023
International Roadcheck May 16-18, 2023
International Roadcheck May 16-18, 2023 
Each year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Association (CVSA) runs a 72-hour safety blitz. In 2022, over 59,000 inspections were completed. Inspectors from Canada, the Unites States and Mexico conduct inspections of commercial vehicles at weigh scale stations, designated inspection areas and along highways.
The emphasis for this year is anti-lock braking systems (ABS) and cargo securement. ABS prevents wheels from locking up when braking, enabling drivers to have better control of the vehicle. Improper cargo securement poses a serious risk by affecting the vehicle’s maneuverability, or worse, causing unsecured loads to fall, resulting in traffic hazards and vehicle collisions.
Vehicle safety is important to all roadway users. Commercial vehicle drivers, owners and companies should maintain vehicles at all times. A routine check list “cheat sheet” can be found here to ensure you are meeting safety standards supported by agencies such as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Transport Canada and Mexico’s Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation.
