S.T.A.R Podcast: Safety, Transportation and Recruitment

This week, John is sharing his top electrical safety tips. Topics discussed: Home electrical safety Electrical safety at your cottage/ cabin General electrical safety tips This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, I am joined by Lisa Lounsbury for a very informative discussion about Mental Health. Lisa is the President and Founder of New Day Wellness Inc., and an award-winning entrepreneur, corporate wellness coach, international speaker, author and TV & Podcast Host for "Your Wellness". Topics discussed: Information about Mental health week and why it's so important. What someone could do if...

Today’s podcast episode is a little bit different. Instead of sharing a safety tip or story, we want to shine some light on April 28th which is the Day of Mourning, an international observance as a day of mourning for workers killed, injured or made ill by their job, The declaration of the Day of Mourning began here in Canada. In 1984, unions in Sudbury, adopted the day to acknowledge workplace in...

This week, John shares his top tips for using your chainsaw safely this spring. Topics discussed: Top tips for staying safe when using your chainsaw Things to do when operating a chainsaw Things to not do when operating your chainsaw Links mentioned in this episode: https://nattsafety.com/chainsaw-safety-training/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, John Roberts is back to share Ladder Safety Tips. Topics discussed: Choosing the Proper Ladder Inspecting your Ladder Correct Setup and Use Links mentioned in this episode: https://nattsafety.com https://nattsafety.com/ladder-safety-training-course/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, John Roberts is back with some tips for Workplace Eye Wellness. March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month, but today we're focusing on screen-time eye safety and precautions. Digital eye strain is commonplace in today's digital age. Topics discussed: How to Prevent Digital Eye Strain in the Workplace The 20-20-20 Rule Making the Most Ergonomic Workspace Links mentioned in this episode: http...

This week, John Roberts shares his best winter safety tips including fire safety, fire extinguisher safety and carbon monoxide detector tips. Topics discussed: home fire safety fire extinguisher safety carbon monoxide detector tips Links mentioned in this episode: https://nattsafety.com https://nattsafety.com/indoor-fire-extinguisher-simulator-training-2/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, John Roberts reminds us to stay safe this winter and avoid winter slips, trips and falls. Topics discussed: The 'Penguin Shuffle' Keeping walkways clear Watching out for each other. Links mentioned in this episode: https://nattsafety.com This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Peter Faggioni, VP of Sales for TPS Group of Companies, joins us to share exciting expansion plans and progress and internal growth happening. Links mentioned in this episode: https://tpsgroup.ca https://nattsafety.com email pfaggioni@tpsgroup.ca This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, John Roberts is back with another excellent winter safety message, this time about ice safety, specifically about ice fishing safety, as well as general ice safety. Topics discussed: New ice vs old ice Water currents and other things that make ice unpredictable Driving on ice Links mentioned in this episode: https://nattsafety.com https://nattsafety.com/ice-fishing-safety-tips/ This pod...

This week, John Roberts shares his top tips for keeping your home safe while you go on vacation. Topics discussed: Things to do before you go on vacation How to keep your home safe while you're gone This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, John Roberts joins us to share his top holiday safety tips: Topics discussed: Holiday decorating Outdoor safety tips and reminders Electrical safety This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

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...

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 S...

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 Train...

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 f...

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/u...

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 b...

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 - ht...

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,...

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 ment...

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 This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

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 This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

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...

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 Safe...