Marpole Transport

12/24/2020

Holiday Office Hours:
Dec 24- 7am- Noon
Dec 26 & 28 - Closed
Dec 29-30- 7am-4pm
Dec 31- 7am- Noon
Jan 1- Closed
January 4th return to regular hours of 7am-4pm

12/03/2020

Winter Safety Tips:

Drivers
Ensure you:
• Know when and how to safely and properly install chains or other approved traction devices in compliance with the Motor Vehicle Act.
• Know the chain-up/pull-out locations and fuel stops for your drivers’ routes.
• Adjust speed and driving behaviour to adapt to changing road and weather conditions.

Vehicles
Ensure that daily pre-trip inspections during winter include confirmation of:
• Suitable chains or traction devices in good working order.
• Sufficient coolant, washer fluid and oil levels in suitable condition; cab heater and defroster testing; proper wiper operation and good wiper blade condition; clear windows and mirrors; exterior lights in good working condition and free of mud and snow.
• Fuel level and specification. Winter grade diesel fuel should be used when temperatures warrant.
• Clean working surfaces such as cab steps, which can create slipping hazards from winter moisture and icing.
• Appropriate First aid and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Safely secured winter equipment, including:
o Copy of your emergency plan
o Suitable wheel chocks
o Extra diesel exhaust fluid (DEF)
o Emergency warning devices
o Spare headlight, turn signal and brake light bulbs and/or lamp assemblies
o Air brake antifreeze (used according to the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions)
o Flashlights and spare batteries
o Mats, wire brush, wrench pliers, tire chalk (in addition to regular tool kit)
o Sufficient emergency food and water
o Warm, water-resistant clothing (including head and ear coverings), winter boots, multiple pairs of gloves

11/09/2020

Winter Safety Tips:
* Watch getting out of your tractor, truck or car- make sure you have 3 points of contact!!! This is the most common injury in the winter for all drivers next to vehicular accidents.
* Keep an emergency first aid kit handy
* Gloves- make sure they are waterproof and have a warm lining in them

Stay safe everyone!

11/09/2020

November 09, 2020- *above 200m

When severe weather threatens, Environment Canada issues alerts that notify those in affected areas in British Columbia so that they can take steps to protect themselves and their property from harm. The type of alert issued depends on the severity and timing of the event. Special statements: issued...

10/28/2020

As the pandemic is still prevalent, many people are suffering/struggling with the lack &/or change of routines & human connections and now we are entering the time of year where Seasonal Affective Disorder begins for many. Below are some tips for coping with both. Stock up on your favorite vitamin D supplement and don't be afraid to reach out if you need to. Take care!

10/26/2020

Great photos of our Curtain- Side trailers, thanks Al!

10/01/2020

Reminder that Commercial vehicles 11,794 kg LGVW and greater, such as tractor trailers, are required to carry steel chains on most major highways. Here's a video on how to install tire chains.

Commercial Vehicle Safety Enforcement (CVSE) shows a detailed demonstration of how to install winter tire chains on a commercial vehicle

09/30/2020

Be Seen at all times, not just in winter driving conditions!

09/29/2020

October 1st- April 30th - Mountain Passes require you to carry chains. See below to see when you should use them!

09/15/2020

Safety Tip: When it is foggy, smoky or otherwise difficult to see, turn your headlights on so you are visible to other drivers! Don't use your auto headlamps as your tail lights do not come on. Check out this link to learn more.

One of the most common mistakes drivers are making these dark, wintry days is failing to activate their tail lights. If you’re ever trailing one of these pha...