S.T.A.R Podcast: Recent Episodes
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This week, John Roberts shares tips for staying safe while on vacation.
Topics discussed:
- Ensuring your hotel or Airbnb is safe
- Fire Safety
- Water safety
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://nattsafety.com
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This week, John joins the podcast to share his top tips for staying safe in the water and boat this summer.
Topics discussed:
- Water safety
- Boat safety
Links mentioned in this episode:
- http://nattsafety.com
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This week, John shares top tips for staying safe while working in the heat. If you missed last week, we covered what heat stress is and the different stages.
Topics discussed:
- Different strategies for staying cool and safe while working in the heat
- What to drink and if sports drinks are a good option
- What not to do when working in the heat
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://www.workplacesafetynorth.ca/sites/default/files/uploads/Heat-Stress-Awareness-Guide.pdf
- https://nattsafety.com
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This week, John shares important information when workers are working in the heat (indoors or outdoors).
Topics discussed:
- What is heat stress
- Different stages of heat stress
- Things that can make heat stress worse in different people
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://nattsafety.com
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This week, Falon, a safety trainer with NATT Safety Services joins the podcast to share more information about the First Aid course. NATT Safety Services is an approved provider of the Lifesaver 101 First Aid Course.
Topics discussed:
- What are some main aspects of the first aid course
- Who should take the first aid course
- Falon shares some stories about people who helped others simply because they took the first aid course.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://nattsafety.com/first-aid-training/
- https://www.lifesaver101.com
- Falon Desloges fdesloges@tpsgroup.ca
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This week, Mark Arnold, Vice President of TPS Group of Companies, joins me to share the exciting news about the new NATT Safety Services mobile confined space training unit!
The confined space mobile unit provides a real setting to learn about confined spaces and allows workers to get more comfortable with their gear and being inside a confined space, and allows NATT Safety Services to provide their employees valuable training before working in a confined space rescue setting.
Topics discussed:
- A description of the new mobile confined space training unit
- The benefits for companies to use it
- Where to find out more information
Links mentioned in this episode: *https://nattsafety.com/natt-safety-services-expands-confined-space-rescue-services-and-training-with-new-mobile-unit/
- Contact NATT Safety Services to inquire about the new confined space mobile training unit! 1.866.244.3334 info@nattsafety.com
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This week, I'm joined by John Scanlon, who teaches the Joint Health & Safety Committee Certification training at NATT Safety Services.
Topics discussed:
- How to start a Joint Health & Safety Committee.
- The different levels of JHSC training available.
- The duties and requirements of being a JHSC representative.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- JHSC training https://nattsafety.com/joint-health-and-safety-committee-certification/
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With international podcast day coming up tomorrow we thought it would be fun to do a roundup of a few of our most popular and listened to episodes.
I’m going to share 4 of the top episodes, and we’re going to jump right in! Our first episode we’re listening to is episode 15, all about starting a career in truck driving.
Up next we have a episode 16 with Mark Arnold, Vice President of NATT Safety Service,talking everything Confined space rescue including training, teams, and their confined simulator training.
This next episode I’m glad is one of the most listened to because its with John Roberts, who is the Corporate Safety Manager at NATT Safety Services and I love talking to John. He always shares excellent tips and safety shares and this episode is an early episode, episode number 2 where John shares tips about inspecting workplace equipment.
Our final episode on our round up is episode 23 with Adam Delamorandiere who is a truck trainer at Northern Academy of Transportation training. He shares info on how to devcide on a career in transportation, dives into the different driving programs, air brakes, and even shares bout how you can join him in the truck on a ride along.
Hope you enjoyed listening to some clips of our most popular episodes.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/starting-a-career-in-truck-driving
- https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/confined-space-rescue-training-rescue-teams-incidents-and-confined-space-simulator-training
- https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/inspecting-workplace-equipment
- https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/advice-from-a-truck-training-instructor-how-to-decide-on-a-career-in-transportation-air-brakes-training-and-joining-a-ride-along
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This week, Tosha Norrad joins me to speak not only about her experience at Northern Academy of Transportation Training, but where she's working now! Really cool to learn about opportunities after you get your AZ license.
Topics discussed:
- Tosha's experience at Northern Academy
- Where Tosha is now
- What she learned about Second Career funding
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Advice from a Truck Training Instructor: How to Decide on a Career in Transportation, Air Brakes Training, and Joining a Ride Along https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/advice-from-a-truck-training-instructor-how-to-decide-on-a-career-in-transportation-air-brakes-training-and-joining-a-ride-along
- Starting a Career in Truck Driving https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/starting-a-career-in-truck-driving
- www.northernacademy.ca
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Listen to this powerful and heartbreaking story of young Adam, who was killed when a driver did not stop for the school bus. We also share some back to school safety tips including bus safety, safe driving, and being safe at school. Falon also shares one of my favourite safety tips to share with your kids, when it comes to having someone else pick up your child from school or from an activity.
I found some information on the Ontario Ministry of Transportation website, linked below.
Every school day, over 800,000 students travel in about 16,000 school vehicles. And School bus drivers are less likely to be at fault in a collision than all other drivers. School bus drivers are amazing and help keep our kids safe, so its up to us as the other drivers on the road to pay attention to the road and make sure, absolutely sure we stop for buses.
Falon joins me to share her bac to school safety tips.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://www.letsrememberadam.org
- http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/safety/school-bus-safety.shtml
- https://nattsafety.com/
This week, John Roberts, Corporate Safety Manager at NATT Safety Services, shares top tips for staying safe when working in the heat.
Topics discussed:
- Heat stress, and the signs of heat stress.
- How to stay safe while working this summer
- What to wear and drink while working in the heat
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://nattsafety.com
- https://www.workplacesafetynorth.ca/sites/default/files/uploads/Heat-Stress-Awareness-Guide.pdf
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This week, Adam Delamorandiere, Head Truck Trainer at Northern Academy of Transportation Training, joins the podcast to share his insights, advice, and experience with being a truck driver, and teaching truck driver students.
Adam is so fun to talk to and listen to, enjoy listening to this episode!
Topics discussed:
- Common struggles with truck driving students.
- Air brakes training- who needs air brakes training and does your RV require you to get your license?
- What Adam loved about being a truck driver.
- The best things to do when deciding to get into a career in transportation.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Northern Academy of Transportation Training https://natt.ca/contact/
- Contact Adam at ADelamorandiere@tpsgroup.ca, or in person at 25 Vagnini Court in Lively.
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This week, John Roberts joins me to share with you some water safety tips including boating and swimming safety reminders. May is National Water Safety Month and we want to stress the importance of being safe around water no matter what activity you're doing.
Topics discussed:
- Boat Safety
- Lifejackets
- Water Safety Plans
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://nattsafety.com/
- Safety Share: PPE - https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/safety-share-ppe
- Inspecting Workplace Equipment https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/safety-share-ppe
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This week, Hannah Woestenenk, one of the recent graduates from Northern Academy of Transportation training joins us to discuss her experience getting her DZ license!
"Thank you guys so much! It was an amazing experience and Adam was the best teacher I could of asked for!!" Hannah W.
For details on how you can obtain your AZ, DZ or Air Brakes training, contact Shannon today 1-800-719-9334 ext 600, or you can text her at 705-561-1464.
Topics discussed:
- Obtaining your DZ License
- Transportation and truck Driving as a career
- Hannah's experience at Northern Academy of Transportation training
Links mentioned in this episode:
- www.northernacademy.ca
- www.tpsgroup.ca
- International Women's Day Episode https://priority-safety.proxy.zencast.website/episodes/women-in-transportation-international-womens-day-special-episode
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This week, we have a very special episode for International Womens Day! I am joined by Shannon, the Admissions Specialist with Northern Academy of Transportation Training, and Hannah, who recently got her DZ license from Northern Academy.
Topics discussed:
- Women in the Truck Driving Industry
- How to get started in the transportation industry
- The experience of gaining your AZ/ DZ license.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- http://northernacademy.ca
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This week, John Roberts joins us to share his top safety tips for staying safe while doing outdoor winter activities.
Topics discussed:
- Ice Fishing and Ice Safety
- Colour of Ice and the Safety of it
- Snowmobile safety and reminders
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://nattsafety.com
- jroberts@tpsgroup.ca
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This week, John Roberts, Corporate Safety Manager at NATT Safety Services, joins me to share his top holiday safety tips.
Topics discussed:
- Safety while holiday decorating
- Food handling tips
- Indoor and outdoor safety reminders
- Travelling tips and staying safe on the road
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://nattsafety.com
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This week, Marla Tremblay of MineConnect and Markey Consulting joins me on the show to discuss a variety of topics from being innovative during COVID times, the importance of networking and how to stay connected, and women in the mining industry.
Topics discussed:
- Being innovative in COVID times.
- The importance of networking and staying connected.
- Information about Mine Connect as an organization and what it provides.
- The biggest challenge to the mining industry as a whole.
- Women in the Mining Industry.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- www.markeyconsulting.com
- tremblay@mineconnect.com
- www.mineconnect.com
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This week, Mark Arnold, Vice President of TPS Group of Companies and NATT Safety Services, joins us to discuss his knowledge of Confined Space training and services, as well discusses the Confined Space Simulators at NATT Safety Services, and shares some stories of rescues and incidents.
Topics discussed:
- Confined Space Training
- Women in Confined Space Rescue
- Confined Space Simulator Training
- Safety shares regarding incidents that Mark dealt with first-hand, which involves safety, confined space rescue, and rescue plans
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://nattsafety.com *Mark Arnold marnold@tpsgroup.ca, Cell: (705) 561-4644
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This week, Shannon Guillemette from Northern Academy of Transportation Training joins us to discuss all her FAQ's about starting a new career in truck driving.
Topics discussed:
- Most popular driving courses including AZ, DZ, and Air Brakes training.
- Funding and grant opportunities to help cover training costs.
- Pre-requisites for AZ, DZ and Air Brakes training course.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- www.northernacademy.ca
- Contact Shannon at NATT sguillemette@tpsgroup.ca , Telephone : 705-692-9222 ext 600, Cell Phone: 705-561-1464, Toll Free: 1-866-244-3334 ext 600
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This week, John Roberts from NATT Safety Services joins me to discuss National Protect your Hearing Month with safety share tips, how hearing loss happens, how to prevent it, and some signs to watch for.
Topics discussed:
- How Hearing Loss Happens
- How to Prevent Hearing Loss
- Hearing Loss Signs to Watch for
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://nattsafety.com
- https://tpsgroup.ca
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This week, Seija from NATT Safety Services joins us to discuss Fall Prevention and Working at Heights as well as review the analysis of Working at Heights fatalities.
Topics discussed:
- The relation between older workers and increased fatalities.
- Most common location of WAH fatalities.
- Contributing factors to WAH fatalities.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- WHSC report https://www.whsc.on.ca/CMSPages/GetFile.aspx?nodeguid=cffb3721-78de-48ff-905a-d671523ebcc2&lang=en-CA
- NATT Safety Services www.nattsafety.com
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This week, I'm joined by Falon, Safety Trainer with NATT Safety Services.
Topics discussed:
- School safety tips to share with children.
- Bus safety tips
- School safety reminders for children, parents, teachers and drivers.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://nattsafety.com
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Today is a short but important safety share message about driving safely around school buses and even more important is the story Im sharing first.
Before I share the bus safety tips, I want to share a story of 5 year old Adam Ranger. Adam was a 5 year old who was struck and killed by a truck as he stepped off his school bus just outside his home on Friday February 11, 2000, in Mattawa, Ontario. He was killed because someone did not stop for the flashing lights, or stop-arm on the school bus.
As a mother, I can’t imagine that loss to Adam’s family, friends and the whole community. The Let's Remember Adam is working hard to get stop arm cameras on all school buses in Ontario and even Canada. The objective of the Let's Remember Adam STOP for the School BUS campaign is to make sure this kind of tragedy never happens again.
On the letsrememberadam.org website, they share ‘In Ontario, drivers illegally pass school buses more than 30,000 times per day.’
I found some information on the Ontario Ministry of Transportation website, and I will add the link to the show notes so even if you aren’t in Ontario like we are, Im sure these stats are still relevant.
Every school day, over 800,000 students travel in about 16,000 school vehicles. And School bus drivers are less likely to be at fault in a collision than all other drivers. School bus drivers are amazing and help keep our kids safe, so its up to us as the other drivers on the road to pay attention to the road and make sure, absolutely sure we stop for buses.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://www.letsrememberadam.org
- http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/safety/school-bus-safety.shtml
- https://nattsafety.com/
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This week, Sarah Samson, Sales Manager at NATT Safety Services, shares insights into grants available for safety training, and the best system for keeping your employees training organized!
Topics discussed:
- Registering for safety training and programs available including Working at Heights, Rigging, and more.
- Grants available to help your business save money on safety training.
- The best way to keep your business' safety training organized.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://nattsafety.com
- Contact Sarah: Toll Free: 1-866-244-3334 ext. 119, ssamson@tpsgroup.ca
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This week, Luc Tremblay from TH Employment Solutions in Ottawa shares some insights into what it's like to work with an employment agency to hire qualified employees.
Topics discussed:
- How a company can effectively hire employees to fill open job positions.
- Information that should be given to new hires
- The benefits of working with an employment agency.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- TH Employment Solutions in Ottawa https://transport-help.com 1-888-294-1943
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This week, John shares his top tips for staying safe when around water, including boat safety and swimming safely. Each year in Ontario, approximately 160 people die from drowning. Drowning is the second leading cause of acidental death of children under the age of 5. Help prevent an unnecessary accident or injury and follow these safety tips.
Topics discussed:
- General water safety tips
- Boating safety
- Tips for swimming safely
- Planning for a boating trip
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Working Safely in the Heat https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/heat-safety-working-safely-in-the-heat
- Ladder Safety https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/ladder-safety
- Safety Share PPE https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/safety-share-ppe
- Inspecting Workplace Equipment https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/inspecting-workplace-equipment
- NATT Safety Services https://nattsafety.com
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This week, John Roberts share his top tips for working safely in the heat.
Topics discussed:
- Heat Stress
- How to Work Safe in the Heat
- What to wear, drink and do to stay safe while working in the heat
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://www.workplacesafetynorth.ca/sites/default/files/uploads/Heat-Stress-Awareness-Guide.pdf
- https://nattsafety.com
- Ladder Safety Tips https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/ladder-safety
- PPE Safety https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/safety-share-ppe
- Inspecting Workplace Equipment https://priority-safety.zencast.website/episodes/inspecting-workplace-equipment
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This week, I'm joined by Matthew Braumberger, Employment Officer with Total Personnel Solutions in Lively, Ontario.
Topics discussed:
- Resume tips
- Interview tips
- How to follow up, what to do after an interview
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://totalpersonnelsolutions.com/jobs/ to review jobs available
- Reach out to Matthew at mbraumberger@tpsgroup.ca
- https://nattsafety.com for safety training solutions including online options
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This week, John Roberts joins us to share important information and safety shares about ladder safety.
Topics discussed:
- Choosing the proper ladder for the job.
- Safety Share
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://nattsafety.com
- https://nattsafety.com/ladder-safety-training-course/
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This week, John Roberts joins me again to discuss PPE. John shares important information about PPE and it's importance at home and in the workplace.
Topics discussed:
- The different types of PPE
- Using PPE properly
- Safety story about not using PPE
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://northernsafetysupply.ca
- https://nattsafety.com
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Today I am joined by Jon Kelly, Safety Training Instructor with NATT Safety Services.
Jon is a Red Seal Mobile Crane Operator, with extensive experience. He was a Crane Apprenticeship Instructor for 11 years, spent 8 years as a course coordinator for Durham College, and 5 years as an independent consultant in the crane & rigging field at JMK Crane & Rigging Services Inc.
Topics discussed:
1.How companies can keep their crane operators safe
- Training courses specific to keeping operators safe
- The importance of rigging training
- Safe share outline for crane safety
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://www.nattsafety.com
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This week, I speak with John Roberts, the Corporate Safety Manager at NATT Safety Services, about inspecting workplace equipment. John has over 20 years experience as a Safety Coordinator and EHS Manager in the industrial construction and mining industry. Today John shares some excellent must- listen to tips about inspecting your equipment. Let’s listen now.
Topics discussed:
- The importance of inspecting your equipment in the workplace, whether it's new or used.
- How John experienced an incident where not inspecting equipment could have led to a serious accident in the workplace.
- Safety Share topic for you to share this information at your own workplace.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- https://northernsafetysupply.ca
- https://nattsafety.com
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Welcome to the Priority Safety podcast! We’re so excited to bring this podcast to you and because the person behind this project is Kevin Pattison who is the President and CEO of TPS Group of Companies, I thought it would be perfect for him to come on and introduce the show and share with you some insight into why he wanted to start this podcast.
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