Class 4 Licence

A Class 4 licence presents a number of exciting opportunities for those wishing to upgrade their licence. In some instances those upgrading to a Class 4 licence are already employed with a company, volunteer organization or church group that requires a driver for a small bus or special vehicle which that organization currently owns. In upgrading to a Class 4 licence, these employees and volunteers increase their contribution to the organization for which they work. Those working toward becoming paramedics often seek to upgrade their licence to Class 4 in order that they may drive the ambulance. Others seek a Class 4 so that they can seek employment as a taxi or limousine driver.

Driving Commercial Vehicles provides information for this licence – see the “Licence Study Chart” (p. 2) for applicable parts.

ICBC Requirements

• ✓19 years of age
• ✓Buses with a maximum seating capacity of 25 persons (including the driver), including school buses, special activity buses and special vehicles used to transport people with disabilities
• ✓Taxis and limousines
• ✓Ambulances
• ✓Any motor vehicle or combination of vehicles in Class 5

Learning Curve

For new drivers learning to operate Class 4 vehicles, one of the greatest challenges can be working with the public, particularly if they are working with people with disabilities, or people that have sustained injuries in an accident. Despite the sometimes challenging aspects of working with the public, passenger safety must remain foremost in the driver’s mind. To ensure riders’ safety, the driver must conduct a thorough pre-trip, ensure that all required paperwork is filled out correctly and drive defensively. Most importantly, when picking up or dropping off passengers, this must be done at a place where passengers are safe and out of traffic.

Prerequisites

All training is one-on-one with a licenced driving instructor. Payment is due at the time of registration and we require a copy of your valid learners permit. Training will not be scheduled until the required prerequisites are received. For more information please call CSTT at 250-655-0432.

All ICBC related fees are the responsibility of the student.