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OTA: Further Guidance Offered from Dental, Chiropractic and Other Colleges on Treatment of Essential Workers

Posted Thursday October 29, 2020 in Labour/HR/driver shortage, News Releases, Operations/safety

On the heels of the welcomed announcement by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario to update its guidance for essential workers, the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO) and the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO) have also clarified their guidance on essential workers. 

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OTA: College of Physicians and Surgeons Update Policy on Treating Essential Workers

Posted Tuesday October 20, 2020 in Labour/HR/driver shortage, News Releases, Operations/safety

After bringing to light the issue of truck drivers being refused visitation by some medical practitioners due to COVID-19 concerns, the Ontario Trucking Association has received a letter from the College of Physicians of Ontario (CPSO) stating the College has reviewed its policy on servicing truck driver patients who are essential workers and cross the border. 

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FMCSA Removes Red Tape for Diabetic US Truck Drivers

Posted Friday September 21, 2018 in Labour/HR/driver shortage, Operations/safety

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced a final rule that makes it easier for individuals with a stable insulin regimen and properly controlled insulin-treated diabetes mellitus to become qualified to operate a commercial vehicle in interstate commerce. The new rule revises federal regulations which previously required drivers with insulin-treated diabetes to obtain an exemption […]

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