Latest news with #CRST
Leader Live
21-04-2025
- General
- Leader Live
Two female red squirrels arrive at Clocaenog Forest
In March, Clocaenog Forest welcomed a female named Maple from Wildwood Devon, and another female from Wildwood Kent arrived in April. These translocations form part of the ongoing Magical Mammals project, which aims to strengthen native red squirrel populations in North Wales. The Magical Mammals project has received funding from National Lottery Heritage Fund. Read more: Welsh charity invites Flintshire schools to help cut county's litter The translocation process follows a careful acclimatisation protocol to ensure the squirrels' wellbeing and successful integration. Initially, they undergo a two-week acclimatisation period in a purpose built enclosure. During this time, the Red Squirrel Ranger and Clocaenog Red Squirrel Trust (CRST) volunteers conduct daily welfare checks, monitoring food consumption and overall health. Trail cameras capture footage for off-site review, minimising disturbance. Volunteers look for signs of feeding and activity to assess the squirrels' adjustment. The new squirrels in their initial enclosure. Once this period ends, the enclosure hatches are opened, allowing the squirrels to explore their surroundings while retaining the option to return to safety. This 'soft release' method provides a gradual introduction to the wild, enhancing their chances of survival. The enclosure remains accessible for at least two weeks post-release, with the option to close it after a month to encourage natural dispersal. Read more: Urgent action needed to save 'unique' Wrexham lake from becoming a 'cesspit' Glenn Williams, Natural Resources Wales senior officer in the land management team, said: "The collaboration between NRW, CRST, Red Squirrel Trust Wales and other partners through the Magical Mammals project is pivotal in safeguarding the future of red squirrels in North Wales. "Our officers have been closely involved in developing proposals for further reinforcements, ensuring each step is taken with care. We also liaise with The Welsh Mountain Zoo who hold the red squirrel stud book, other captive breeders and Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) to facilitate smooth transfers and ensure necessary health checks are completed. Read more: Super Surplus project to bring fresh, local produce to Wrexham "These recent translocations mark a significant step towards re-establishing a sustainable population in Clocaenog Forest." Caro Collingwood, Red Squirrel Ranger at Clocaenog for Red Squirrel Trust Wales, added: "We hope these translocations will bolster the population through increased genetic variability and the addition of breeding females to Clocaenog forest. These translocations wouldn't have been a success without the hard work and dedication of the volunteers at the Clocaenog Red Squirrel Trust." ITV Wales' filming the Magical Mammals project for Coast and Country. Judi Dunn, animal registrar at Wildwood Trust, said: "Wildwood Trust, from it's Kent and Devon parks, has supported red squirrel conservation work in Wales for nearly 20 years. Many of our squirrel descendants now roam free on the Island of Anglesey. "We hope this latest project will be just as successful and we look forward to further collaborations with the red squirrel trusts organisations and volunteers to ensure our native red squirrel will thrive in the countryside for future generations to enjoy." • Highlighting the project's progress, Magical Mammals will be featured on ITV Wales' Coast and Country programme on Friday, April 18. This segment will offer the public an insight into the dedicated efforts at Clocaenog Forest to protect one of Wales' rarest and most iconic species.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CRST Expedited settles claim it pulled job offer over criminal history
Iowa-based carrier CRST Expedited Inc. has agreed to pay $100,000 and take corrective actions to settle claims that it unlawfully rescinded a job offer based on the applicant's criminal history, according to the California Civil Rights Department. California's Fair Chance Act requires employers to show a direct relationship between the duties of a job and an arrest or conviction before rejecting an otherwise qualified candidate, the department said in a news release on Thursday. CRST, which admits no wrongdoing in the settlement, will pay $100,000 to the unnamed job candidate, train employees involved in employment decisions on the Fair Chance Act and ensure company policies comply with the law, including a provision that convictions more than 7 years old are not considered. The California law forbids most employers from asking about criminal history before making a job offer and limits disqualifying convictions to those that have a 'direct and adverse' bearing on the job. According to the Civil Rights Department, almost a third of adults in California have an arrest or conviction that can harm their ability to get a job.A CRST Expedited applicant in Southern California claimed to have been rejected for a senior leadership role based on the candidate's criminal history, the department stated. The company, a subsidiary of Cedar Rapids, Iowa-based CRST The Transportation Solution Inc., allegedly did not conduct an individualized assessment of the criminal past and 'failed to consider the nature and gravity of the offense, the time that had passed, and how the offense related to the job being sought.' The department did not state the nature of the conviction. 'Everyone deserves an opportunity to make a living,' Civil Rights Department Director Kevin Kish said in the release. 'The Fair Chance Act helps ensure every Californian can work and contribute to their communities.' CRST did not immediately respond to a FreightWaves email seeking comment. Family-owned CRST is a $2 billion nationwide enterprise, according to the company's Court rules CRST team drivers must be paid for some hours in sleeper berth CRST, back in the acquisition game, buys Larkin's BCB Transport The post CRST Expedited settles claim it pulled job offer over criminal history appeared first on FreightWaves.
Associated Press
10-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
A new leader in the market: Docutain SDK successfully accelerates document workflows in the transportation industry
The trend for integrating mobile scanning solutions in driver apps increases. COBLENZ, GERMANY, March 10, 2025 / / -- With its high-quality Document Scanner Software Development Kit, Docutain showcases a fast-growing customer base in the transportation industry, especially in Northern America, including industry leaders like CRST, BulkLoads or Dart. Besides many trucking companies and carriers who already integrated the Docutain SDK in their own apps, the Scan SDK is also used in various trucking and telematics solutions by software providers like LoadMiles or SIMA Zucchetti. Docutain SDK replaces manual document submission for truck drivers, leading to a more efficient, cost-saving document workflow and accelerated processes from start to invoicing. The following case study provides an insight into the added value of using the Docutain SDK. It showcases the scanning of proof of deliveries with an in-house mobile app for truck drivers and represents a common use case in the transportation and logistics industry: SIMA srl, part of Zucchetti Group Companies, is based in Italy and focuses on transport, land, sea and air shipments. Before the integration of the Docutain Document Scanner SDK truck drivers simply took pictures of freight documents with their smartphone camera while on the road, which often resulted in poor quality images that were not readable. Drivers then were asked to capture the document again, which took additional time and effort for them and caused delays in the back office. Therefore, SIMA was looking for a scanning solution that • is easy to use, • is quick to integrate, • works locally, offline on the device and • delivers fast, high-quality scans even in difficult situations. This is to make sure that drivers, even in remote areas without internet connection, can take high-quality scans effortlessly. All these aspects are met with the Docutain SDK. Moreover, it offers automatic document detection so that the scanner recognizes the document and instantly captures the scan, making it as easy as possible for everyone to scan. This is true for all different document types, like PODs, BOLs, receipts for reimbursement, scale tickets, or other load-related documents. Since the integration of the Docutain SDK into their driver app, customers are more satisfied with the accelerated process. Drivers save valuable time as the Scan SDK ensures that quality scans are made each time, even in low-light conditions or from skewed angles. Docutain SDK is the right choice for telematics companies, carriers, trucking companies and TMS providers. The Docutain Document Scanner SDK delivers high-quality scans of different document types, including proof of deliveries, bills of lading, invoices, scale tickets or certificates. With its mature documentation, the SDK can be integrated in several minutes into an app and is ready to use. The case study shows that by integrating the Docutain SDK the document submission in real-time helps accelerate the whole process from start to invoicing. No process delays due to waiting for the paper document in the back office at the end of the haul and no dealing with low-quality, unreadable scans anymore. This not only ensures smooth workflow but also increases employee satisfaction. To learn more about Docutain SDK, its features and use cases, visit About Docutain SDK With its Docutain SDK, INFOSOFT offers reliable solutions for scanning, OCR, data extraction and photo payment for easy integration into Android, iOS and Windows for companies of all sizes and industries. These functions help companies worldwide to eliminate manual data entry, speed up processes in real time and sustainably reduce costs. Industry leaders in logistics, mobile banking, healthcare, insurance and more already rely on it. Harry Beck Legal Disclaimer:
Yahoo
05-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bird calls or dog whistles: What Iowa's attorney general is doing
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird introduced former President Donald Trump during his rally at the Horizon Events Center in Clive Oct. 16, 2023, following her endorsement of him for president at an earlier event. (Photo by Robin Opsahl/Iowa Capital Dispatch) Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird again tried to put herself in the national spotlight last week as leader of a group of Republican attorneys general who fixed their sights on Costco over the warehouse retailer's DEI policies. The state attorneys sent a stern warning letter telling the company, 'We … urge Costco to end all unlawful discrimination imposed by the company through diversity, equity and inclusion ('DEI') policies. … Costco should treat every person equally and based on their merit, rather than based on divisive and discriminatory DEI practices.' The letter came about the same time as 98% of Costco's shareholders voted against a proposal to cut the company's DEI statements. The vote puts Costco executives in a tight spot of serving the wishes of shareholders or acquiescing to Bird and her friends. Bird's office issued a press release with the letter, quoting her saying, 'It's time to ditch DEI. While other companies right the ship and abandon their illegal, woke policies, Costco has doubled down. I'm putting Costco on notice to do the right thing and eliminate discriminatory DEI. No American should be denied an opportunity because they don't fit the woke mold.' Bird continued, 'Costco needs to show us the proof that they are following the law because they have public statements that cause us great concern. Many other big retailers have changed their policies and are now following federal law, just like President Trump is doing with his executive orders rooting out DEI.' Irony abounds considering this comes from a lawyer who touts her prosecutorial experience, where those accused of wrongdoing are presumed innocent. And it comes from an administrator who should know the burden of proving non-compliance with employment laws rests on the government, not the employer. Even so, Bird said Costco executives and directors 'need to make sure they're actually doing the right thing here. That's what we're keeping an eye on, and if they don't, we'll look at all available options.' You do not need a bunch of red MAGA caps hanging in your closet to know what 'all available options' means in Bird's eyes. But not all legal scholars share the conclusions asserted by these attorneys general. Plus, those not wearing MAGA caps might wonder if Iowa's attorney general has bigger issues closer to home, considering Costco only has four stores in Iowa, in Ankeny, Coralville, Davenport and West Des Moines. Some in Iowa might wonder when we can expect Bird to issue similar 'we expect you to follow the law — or else' warnings to businesses with a larger presence in our state and demand they send her proof of their compliance. Those warnings might include putting companies like CRST or Heartland Express on notice that Bird will 'look at all available options' if their trucks break the speed limit or exceed weight limits. Or a warning might go to Iowa Select Farms, putting the hog confinement company on notice that Bird will 'look at all available options' if its animals end up polluting Iowa rivers, lakes and drinking water. Will Bird put the fear of God into the owners of Iowa nursing homes, such as Care Initiatives and Aspire/Beacon Health, that she and her staff will bring down the wrath of state government on them if they do not fully comply with government regulations designed to protect their residents? Although Bird professes to be fair-minded, it is hard to imagine politics will not influence her demands that certain corporations abandon policies and practices she chooses to target. Since taking office in 2023, Bird filed or joined other states in at least nine lawsuits challenging policies of the Biden administration. Now, with Biden gone and time on her hands, it appears she is turning her attention to businesses whose actions or internal policies do not square with the agenda she is taking from our new president. Yet, anyone who steps into Iowa courtrooms knows passionate litigators present two or more sides to an issue. Just look at President Trump's attempted executive order to cancel the constitutional amendment granting 'birthright citizenship.' It is the same with his and Bird's attempt to stamp out diversity, equity and inclusion policies in business, not just government — even though these policies on their face seek equal treatment, rather than command discrimination, in hiring, pay, advancement or retention. Husch Blackwell LLP, a Kansas City law firm with offices across the United States, sent a client alert last week to help employers stay on the right side of the dividing line between legal and unlawful corporate DEI policies. The firm advised, 'The vast majority of DEI programs and policies currently utilized by most employers — which include employee resource groups, optional DEI and bias trainings, and strategies for diversifying candidate pools for recruiting purposes — would appear to fall well outside the definition of 'illegal' practices under existing law.' The alert added, 'Indeed, the former chair of the EEOC [the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission] made clear in a 2023 press release that it 'remains lawful for employers to implement diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility programs that seek to ensure workers of all backgrounds are afford(ed) equal opportunity in the workplace.' Husch Blackwell told employers they can use lawful DEI programs so long as they avoid quotas and focus their workplace initiatives on promoting inclusion without implementing discriminatory practices. Employers, it said, should use a broad definition of diversity that includes such characteristics as veteran status and life experience, not race, gender or other characteristics. That brings us back to Bird, who seemingly wants it both ways. To hear her, Costco should drop statements confirming a desire to have its workforce reflect the breadth of its communities, including the four in Iowa. Meanwhile, on job postings on Bird's Iowa attorney general website, this notation appears with a listing for a 'farm and freedom lawyer:' 'The State of Iowa is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.' Do you suppose Bird intends to follow affirmative action guidelines, even if her friends think they are woke?
