A-COLL Collision Invesitgation/Reporting Part 2

17 Questions

What is the timeframe for reporting a minor collision to a Collision Reporting Centre (CRC)?

48 hours

What happens when the Communications Centre is notified of a minor collision?

The District Chief is contacted by Communications staff.

What is required to be exchanged between the parties involved in a minor collision?

Driver's license, vehicle permit information, and insurance

When can TFS apparatus/vehicles be taken to a CRC?

Once approved by the Platoon Chief/Division Chief

What happens if a driver is unable to attend the CRC on the day of the collision?

They must attend one of the CRC's no later than their next scheduled shift.

What is a benefit of emergency service workers attending the CRC?

They receive expedited service.

How many CRC's operate in the City of Toronto?

What are the operating hours of the CRC's?

8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

What is the phone number for the OPP Highway Safety Division – Toronto facility?

416-235-4981

What forms must be completed regardless of the amount of damage involved in a collision?

TFS Vehicle Collision Report (Form A) and TFS Vehicle Collision Report/Description of Events (Form B)

Who is responsible for ensuring that the TFS vehicle Collision Report (Form A) and Vehicle Report/Description of Events (Form B) are filled out and include all available information?

The Officer/driver of the apparatus/vehicle

Where should the signed and completed copies of Form A and Form(s) B be sent via interoffice mail?

TFS Driver Training Section

What is the purpose of the TFS District Chief Collision Checklist/Synopsis Form?

To ensure that all paperwork is obtained, completed, and is legible

Who should review all documents ensuring accuracy, completion, and legibility?

The Platoon Chief/Division Chief

What should be completed using a straight edge and a legend to highlight additional information?

The diagram portion of Form B

Where should the TFS Vehicle Collision Report (Form A) be emailed to?

[email protected]

What should be exchanged with the driver of the other vehicle(s) involved in the collision?

Insurance and vehicle information

Study Notes

Collision Reporting Centre (CRC) Criteria

Minor collisions that do not meet "At-Scene" criteria require a report to be filed at a CRC within 48 hours, but emergency service workers have extended time to report.
The process involves notifying the Communications Centre, exchanging documentation with the other party, and attending a CRC to complete a collision report.

Filing a Collision Report

The driver must exchange documentation with the other party, including driver's license, vehicle permit, and insurance information.
The driver must attend a CRC to complete a collision report, either immediately or on their next scheduled shift.
Emergency service workers on duty can attend a CRC for expedited service.

Collision Reporting Centre (CRC) Locations

There are two CRC locations in Toronto, open 7 days a week from 8am to 10pm, located at:
- NORTH DISTRICT: 113 Toryork Dr. (Finch and Weston Rd), 416-808-3960
- EAST DISTRICT: 39 Howden Rd. (Lawrence East and Birchmount), 416-808-4960
Ontario Provincial Police operate out of 1 CRC facility in Toronto.

Reporting Collisions on 400 Series Highways

For collisions on 400 series highways, crews must attend the OPP Highway Safety Division – Toronto facility.

Filing TFS Vehicle Collision Reports

TFS Vehicle Collision Report (Form A) and TFS Vehicle Collision Report/Description of Events (Form B) must be completed, regardless of damage.
Forms must be completed using a TFS station computer, with no handwritten reports accepted.
The diagram portion of Form B must be completed using a straight edge and legend.

Incident Reporting and Documentation

The Officer/driver is responsible for gathering information and completing reports as soon as possible.
The TFS District Chief Checklist/Synopsis Form ensures all paperwork is obtained, completed, and legible.
The Platoon Chief/Division Chief reviews and signs documents, then forwards them to the TFS Driver Training Section.

Learn about the criteria for reporting collisions to a Collision Reporting Centre (CRC) in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act. Discover the time frame for reporting and special considerations for emergency service workers.

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