Heavy vehicle drivers, owners and operators, here is everything you need to know to fulfil your obligations and ensure your safety and that of other road users.
In Québec, the transportation of passengers is subject to specific requirements that concern vehicles as well as drivers, owners and operators.
Road safety is everyone’s business and a priority for the SAAQ. Road safety starts with obeying the Highway Safety Code and adopting safe behaviours.
Road users, driver’s licence holders, vehicle owners
Authorized representatives or employees of a business, self-employed workers
Employees of a body or organization that has entered into an agreement with the SAAQ
Employees of a business the SAAQ has contracted to inspect road vehicles
Employees of a business that holds a valid road vehicle dealer’s permit issued by the Office de la protection du consommateur
Health care professionals, suppliers of goods and services for traffic accident victims
Traffic accident victims or their representative
The road belongs to everyone, and each road user has a role to play to ensure that it is shared properly.
Obeying the Highway Safety Code is essential for harmonious road sharing.
The road is a public space where people use various means of transportation. The same person may use the road as a pedestrian, cyclist and driver, all on the same day.
Failing to follow basic road safety rules directly threatens the safety of other road users. These rules must be followed at all times.
Heavy vehicle drivers need room to manoeuvre because their vehicles are longer, wider, taller and heavier. Give them the space they need!
Many unsafe and inappropriate behaviours are seen on our roads. Although they might seem minor, these behaviours lead to many accidents and should be avoided.
Last update: June 4, 2022
