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About Us

The Nova Scotia Trucking Safety Association (NSTSA) is a not for profit ISO 9001-2015 certified safety association. Member funded and directed to save lives and reduce the toll of workplace injuries. We coordinate and provide quality health and safety programs to our members through training, certification and partnerships with industry, clients and government.

Upcoming Training and Event Dates

Please contact Tina to confirm attendance or for any training inquiries via email:

safety-coordinator@nstsa.ca or Phone: (782)414-0733

HALIFAX TRAINING LOCATION: Apadana Building, 380 Bedford Hwy

On demand training is available.

Call for availability – (782)414-0733

2023 Award Winners

Professional Driver Award Male

Gary Hollahan - Day & Ross Freight

Professional Driver Award Female

Shannon Landsberg - Kings Freight Trans.

Owner/Operator

Donald Whynot Trucking Limited

Small Business

Bill Dowe Trucking & Excavating

Medium Business

B. P. Aalders Trucking Limited

Large Business

Day & Ross Sydney Terminal

Non-Member

Robbie Bent Excavating Limited

Good Samaritan Awards

Coming to the Rescue of a Professional Driver

Alex Petrie

Mike Smith

Coming to the aid of a Professional Driver

Danny Patterson

Bill Tompson

Jim Coolen

Melissa Burbidge

Barrett Ogilvie

Regulatory Updates

First Aid Regulation Update for 2024

Nova Scotia has updated its workplace first aid standards, effective August 1, 2024. The new rules include options for refresher courses and changes to first aid kit contents, such as adding emergency blankets and tourniquets, while removing mandatory antibiotic ointment. Stay compliant and ensure your workplace kits meet the latest standards.

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Safety Alerts

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Work Platform Prohibition

Using equipment not specifically designed for lifting workers poses a significant safety risk and is explicitly prohibited by regulations. This includes platforms mounted on loaders, backhoes, excavators, and similar machinery. Employers must adhere to these safety regulations or face penalties. For detailed guidelines and regulatory references, read the full alert.

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