Ontario Air Brake Melt Upgrade Course
This course is for students who are transferring their Ontario AZ licence to a BC class 1.
Class 2 and class 3 students will need to take the Air Brake Theory Course.
Air Brakes for those obtaining a new class 1 is included in our Class 1 MELT Program.
To add air to your class 5/7N, the Air Brake Endorsement (code 15) Course is required.
Ontario class AZ drivers who have moved to BC and are applying for a class 1 driver’s licence may be required to take additional training for air brakes in BC if they have less than 24 months of consecutive class 1 experience from Ontario.
While drivers may have taken air brake training during the course of their MELT training in Ontario, it’s not a mandatory requirement for class AZ drivers as part of the Ontario MELT Program. The air brake system on a tractor-trailer vehicle is a fundamental component of the vehicle configuration and lack of knowledge on how this system works and how to check for proper brake adjustment poses a significant road safety risk for all road users, especially in mountainous regions.
Before being issued a class 1 licence in BC, ICBC will require drivers to complete a minimum of 15.5 hours of air brake theory and practical training at a MELT approved, air brake certification facility. Valley Driving School’s course exceeds ICBC requirements with a course 18.25 hours in duration. Students should contact ICBC prior to registration to confirm licensing requirements and to obtain a British Columbia driver’s licence number (required to participate in training).
Buckle up!
With a class 1 licence in BC, you can drive:
What it takes
To qualify for the Ontario Air Brake Melt Upgrade Course, you must meet these safety and experience requirements:
What’s Included
Coaching based training, engaged learning, & a unique reporting system that allows students to easily track their progress are all part of this training program & key to success.
pROGRAM Price $949
Steps for success
To complete your Ontario to BC Class 1 licence transfer, follow these steps:
ICBC fees are not included in our Truck Training pricing. Manuals and handouts are included with tuition
