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Get the latest updates from the AMTA. Our News section keeps you connected with important announcements, industry developments, advocacy efforts, safety initiatives, and upcoming events that matter to Alberta’s commercial transportation community.
January 2021: WCB Update
The Government of Alberta recently passed legislative changes for the workers’ compensation system. Some of these changes took effect on January 1, while others will take effect in April 2021.
Weathering Winter
This winter has been quite mild so far. Up until just recently we’ve been quite spoiled, but how about that wind? And with the colder weather looming, you may also be worrying about your buildings – especially if you aren’t there every day. So, how do you protect your business or your commercial property from the weather over the long, cold months of a Canadian winter?
Trucking HR: Workplace Harassment & Violence Prevention Regulations learning Centre
Trucking HR Canada has prepared a Guide for Employers to help in understanding Workplace Harassment & Violence Prevention Regulations.
Electronic Logging Devices in Canada: What to know
Electronic Logging Device (ELD) enforcement comes into place in Canada in June 2021, and the Alberta Motor Transport Association is stressing the importance of fleets being prepared.
Trucking HR Canada announces Women with Drive 2021 speaker line-up
Trucking HR Canada today announces the Women with Drive 2021 full speaker line-up, featuring a stellar group of panelists from around the world.
The summit’s theme, Linking Global Leaders, brings a global perspective on how the Covid-19 pandemic is impacting work in the trucking industry. The event boasts women from around the globe including Iceland, Denmark, Sweden, Australia, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand.
Small videos bringing big perspective to workplace safety
In commercial transportation, and all industries, a safe workplace is a successful one.
The Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) is aiding fleets in ensuring a safe workplace with the production 17 initial educational micro-learn videos – the first of which, Jumping to Contusions – was released in December 2020.
This micro-learning project stemmed from a casual conversation between the AMTA and Full Carrier Member Canada Cartage at an association Regional Meeting early 2020.
Alberta Sheriffs: Sheriff highway patrol update
ELD Update
Transport Canada announced on Oct. 26, 2020 Electronic Logging Device (ELD) certification body FPInnovations has been accredited as the first third-party organization to certify electronic logging devices in Canada. The purpose of the certification body is to ensure electronic logging devices submitted for testing are safe, reliable, and approved for use in Canada.
CPS: You may be wondering how the new impaired driving rules in Alberta affect you as a driver of a commercial vehicle
Submitted by Calgary Police Service
The following outlines the new procedure for commercial drivers and the consequences of becoming subject to immediate roadside sanctions if stopped by law enforcement and mandatory alcohol screening, or a Roadside screening test shows evidence of alcohol consumption.
CN Police: Railway safety
Submitted by CN Police
CN has a vast network of 14,000 public grade crossings and over 45,000 km of track across Canada. As a professional driver there is a good chance you will have to cross a set of these tracks to get to your destination.
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