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Enhancing Safety in the Transportation Industry through Key Competencies
Jul 09, 2025 | Drivers, Safety
In today's fast-paced commercial transport sector, prioritizing road safety has never been more critical. The skill and competence of truck...
Let’s Talk Mental Health: A Key to Safer Roads and Stronger Teams
Jul 03, 2025 | Drivers, Safety
When we think about safety in the trucking world, we usually hone in on the physical stuff—seatbelts, inspections, and sticking...
Is This the Start of a New Trend? Buyers Are Asking About Safety Training—Here’s Why That Matters
Jun 26, 2025 | Drivers, Safety, Training
Over the past month or so, we've started to notice something that’s worth sharing—especially if you’re in the trucking business....
Level VIII Electronic Inspections: A New Era for Trucking Safety
Jun 16, 2025 | CVSA, FMCSA, Safety
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) is introducing Level VIII Electronic Inspections, a new way to check commercial vehicles for...
NSC Standards 7, 14, and 15: Cornerstones of Commercial Vehicle Safety – and What’s Next
The Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA) held its Annual Meeting in Regina, Saskatchewan this year, drawing together transportation...
Essential Safety Guide for Truckers in Saskatchewan: Pulling Over and Handling Breakdowns.
May 09, 2025 | Drivers, Safety, Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan's vast, open highways present unique challenges for truckers, especially with limited pull-offs.
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Staying Safe on the Road: Top Safety Concerns for Professional Commercial Drivers as the Weather Warms Up
Apr 11, 2025 | Business Operations, Drivers
As the days grow longer and temperatures rise, it’s crucial for professional commercial drivers to be aware of the unique...
STA Letter to the Minister of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety
Jan 22, 2025 | Compliance, Government, Highways
The STA recently submitted a letter to the Minister of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety regarding Commercial Vehicle Enforcement in...
7 Winter Driving Tips for Canadian Professional Drivers
Dec 09, 2024 | Drivers, Safety, Saskatchewan
Winter driving in Canada presents unique challenges for commercial semi-truck drivers. From icy roads to sudden snowstorms, conditions can test...
Saskatchewan Trucking Association Concerned Over Safety Implications of New Class 1 Driver Exemption
Jun 04, 2024 | News Releases
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [Regina, SK June 3, 2024] — The Saskatchewan Trucking Association (STA) expresses its reservations regarding the newly...
