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Quebec class 1 medical exam frequency

Discussion in 'Canadian Truckers Forum' started by Sugarkryptonite, Oct 3, 2017.

  1. Oct 3, 2017 #1
    Sugarkryptonite

    Sugarkryptonite Bobtail Member

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    Hey guys

    I've asked a few people I know in person and have gotten differing responses from everyone...

    Some people say it's mandatory medical exams once a year, some say once every 2 years, and some say none at all after you get your license.

    Any info on this? Looking at the SAAQ website is useless.

    Thanks!
     
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  3. Oct 3, 2017 #2
    not4hire

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    Google: "Quebec class 1 medical frequency"

    See: Description

    https://saaq.gouv.qc.ca/fileadmin/documents/publications/medical-assessment-drive-usa.pdf

    If you hold a Class 1, 2, or 3 licence (road tractor, bus, straight-body truck), a Class 4A, 4B or 4C licence (emergency vehicle, minibus, taxi), you are required to undergo a medical examination:
    • at ages 45, 55, 60 and 65
    • every 2 years thereafter
    To drive a vehicle that requires a licence bearing class 1, 2, 3 or 4B in the United States, assessments are required:
    • at ages 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 and 45
    • at ages 48, 51, 54, 55, 57, 60, 63 and 65
    • every year thereafter
    - What you should know - SAAQ
     
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  4. Oct 3, 2017 #3
    Sugarkryptonite

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    Hi not4hire

    Thank you. I did see that page already, but wasn't sure because it was titled "Medical assessment to drive in the United States", even though they have a section titled "if you do not drive these vehicles in the US", I still wanted to make sure.

    Here in Quebec they'll write one thing and tell you another in person. :mad:

    Edit: I believe I just confirmed what you posted, though. I found this on another page (attached).

    Screenshot_20171003-074758.png

    So from what I gather it is only necessary when you hit 45 and what they listed after that, right?
     
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  5. Oct 3, 2017 #4
    not4hire

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    Your attachment is the same as the first link in my post. From my reading of it, you will:
    • require a medical to obtain your Class 1
    • have to fill out a "medical declaration" at each licence renewal
    • need a subsequent medical at age 45 if you are restricting your Class 1 operation to Canada only (and following the schedule thereafter)
     
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  7. Oct 3, 2017 #5
    Sugarkryptonite

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    Cool thanks! That's what it seems to me, too.
     
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