#MTOOfficer in NorthEast Region spotted this CMV combination with obvious signs of structural failure. The driver was also operating without the proper class of licence. MTOOfficers are out and about keeping our roads safe. @CVSA@fordnation
#MTOOfficer stopped this truck travelling through the GTA last night. Driver advised the Officer that everything was fine when he left a short while ago... ๐ #RoadSafety@CVSA@fordnation@ONtransport
Remember to keep a safe distance and look well ahead. This video comes to us from Ohio and serves as a reminder that driving requires 100% of your attention at all times. #DriveSafe#MTOOfficer@CVSA
#MTOOfficer on patrol noticed a wobbly wheel on the back of this transport truck. Upon investigation, the Officer found an imminent wheel off which was prevented and likely saved someone from a life changing event. #OperationSafeDriver@fordnation@CVSA
#MTOOfficer stopped a tire mechanic doing 89kph in a 50kph zone. The driver holds a G1 class license, had mechanical defects and an insecure load which included a jerrycan actively leaking fuel into the bed and roadway. Driver charged. #RoadSafety@ONtransport@fordnation@CVSA
#MTOOfficer stopped this insecure load on a GTA highway. Driver was forced to offload 50 bags of concrete which couldnโt have been pleasant in todayโs heat. Driver also charged for insecure load. #RoadSafety@CVSA@ONtransport@ONtransport
#MTOOfficer stopped this dump truck, finding numerous violations including a broken suspension system and inoperative brakes. Tagged, towed and plates pulled. #RoadSafety@ONtransport@fordnation
Happy Canada Day from MTO!
Keep your loved ones safe by staying sober while behind the wheel. If you drink alcohol or consume cannabis, donโt drive. #DriveSober#CanadaDay
MTO Officer stopped this loaded transport travelling 129kph in a 90kph zone. Looking closer the Officer found a trailer tire coming apart. Potential for disaster, charges laid. #RoadSafety#MTOOfficer@fordnation@ONtransport
MTO Officer stopped this disaster from happening on the GTA Highways. Insecure load, overweight, missing wheel fastener, damaged suspension, unregistered trailer and other administrative issues resulted in a number of charges. #RoadSafety#MTOOfficer@fordnation@C_Mulroney
First traffic stop of the day revealed 2 of 6 loose wedges on a spoke wheel assembly. Very dangerous situation here and completely avoidable!! #DriveSafe and #StaySafe folks! #MTOOfficers#RoadSafety
11 PM: Serious multi-vehicle crash on Hwy 401 westbound at McCowan Rd in #Scarborough. A wheel flew off a tractor trailer causing the chain reaction wreck. Multiple people hurt, two taken to a trauma centre. OPP located the truck at a yard in #Pickering, truck inspector called.
Broken suspension, all trailer brakes inoperative, no CVOR, no Pre-trip, no Daily Logs and prohibited use of left lane. Driver informs Officer that he can downshift to assist with braking... ๐คจ๐ง Driver charged with HTA offences.
@ONtransport@C_Mulroney@fordnation#RoadSafety