HR & Training Resources

Training Resources

National Occupational Standard Toolkit

The work of a commercial vehicle operator (truck driver) can be varied. Many of these individuals will require job-specific knowledge, skills and abilities that apply to specific workplaces, industries and commodities.

This National Occupational Standard clearly defines the core knowledge, skills and abilities that are shared by the widest-possible array of commercial vehicle operators (truck drivers) and typically developed early in a career.

Access the National Occupational Standard for Commercial Vehicle Operator here.

Access the National Occupational Standard toolkit here.

Physical Demands Assessments

Physical Demands Assessments (PDAs) identify the physical job requirements for specific occupations. Once employers are aware of the physical requirements of the job, current employees and new hires can be assessed to determine if they can perform the physical duties. If required, potential accommodations can be put in place to allow workers from various under-represented groups to not only perform, but thrive, in their roles – a mutually beneficial outcome for both workers and employers.

• Bulk Liquid Driver – Physical Demands Assessments (PDAs)
• Coach Mentor Assessor – Physical Demands Assessments (PDAs)
• Commercial Vehicle Operator – Physical Demands Assessments (PDAs)
• Dispatcher – Physical Demands Assessments (PDAs)
• Dock Worker – Physical Demands Assessments (PDAs)
• Driver Trainer – Physical Demands Assessments (PDAs)
• Flat Bed Driver – Physical Demands Assessments (PDAs)
• Freight Claims Specialist – Physical Demands Assessments (PDAs)
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic – Physical Demands Assessments (PDAs)
• Safety and Loss Prevention Specialist – Physical Demands Assessments (PDAs)
• Shunt Driver – Physical Demands Assessments (PDAs)
• Supervisor – Physical Demands Assessments (PDAs)

This project was funded in part by Employment and Social Development Canada.