Tag: August

August 26, 2024

Rail strike possible from August 22 as union rules irrelevant

The country's labor court says services provided by rail workers do not amount to essential work, opening the door to a full-scale strike in less than two weeks. In two rulings Friday, the Canadian Industrial Relations Board said a work stoppage would not pose a "serious risk" to public health…

PEI will make MELT mandatory starting August 5th

Prince Edward Island will introduce mandatory entry level training (MELT) for new applicants for a Class 1 professional driver's license starting August 5. According to a press release, passing the MELT will become a prerequisite for the PEI Class 1 driver's license test. The PEI program will include in-depth training…

CVSA will be holding Brake Safety Week at the end of August

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced August 25-31 as the dates for this year's event Brake Safety Week. CVSA certified inspectors will conduct routine commercial vehicle inspections throughout the week. This year, the focus will be on the condition of the linings and brake pads. Brake pad and…