Fleet Safety Council Correspondence

November 2023 Edition

Fleet Safety Council News & Events

FSC Annual Conference Sells Out: The FSC 32nd Annual Educational Conference sold out once again this year. Thank you to everyone who attended and sponsored for their support in making our annual event a success once again! Stay tuned for photos from the event to be posted on the FSC Website.

IHSA News & Events

eLearning courses available for free for a limited time: High-quality workplace health and safety training is now more accessible than ever. Until March 31, 2024, Ontario businesses in the construction, transportation, and electrical utilities industries can access more than two dozen of IHSA’s online training programs for free. Click here to see the complete list of eLearning courses

New Resource - Your Guide to IHSA's Labour Management Network: The IHSA's extensive Labour-Management Network brings together worker and management representatives from across the sectors that we serve—with the common goal of making Ontario workplaces as safe as possible. Check out this new brochure that provides more details on how the network operates and how you can get involved. Click here to download the brochure!

New winter driving video series now available on YouTube!

IHSA's new winter driving series, is now available on YouTube. It consists of five micro-learning videos with reminders for all road users. Topics include an introduction to winter driving, being alert and prepared, inspecting your vehicle, maximizing traction and seeing and being seen.

Click here to watch the videos!

New eLearning Program: Driver Fatigue Prevention and Practical Solutions

Free for a limited time! Road safety authorities in Ontario and across North America, agree that fatigue is a leading cause of motor vehicle incidents. This eLearning program from IHSA provides information on how to recognize and respond to driver fatigue and offers practical prevention solutions for the workplace.

Click here to complete the training!

IHSA Safety Podcast: The IHSA Safety Podcast is a free podcast that seeks to improve the lives of workers in Ontario - one thought-provoking discussion at a time. (click here to view all episodes)

Newest episodes:

Episode 67: The Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) Model: A Deeper Dive
Episode 68 : Noise Exposure in the Workplace 2 - Audiometric Testing

Occupational Health Update

The Occupational Disease and Research Labour Management Health and Safety Committee will be holding an Occupational Disease Health and Safety Day on November 30, 2023, at 21 Voyager Ct, Etobicoke.

This in-person-only event will have presentations on a variety of topics related to occupational disease health and safety.

Click here to register!

2023 IHSA Annual General Meeting and Co-Chair Session

There was a full house at this year's Annual General Meeting and Co-Chair Session. The annual event is an opportunity to reflect on the challenges and successes for IHSA, and renew focus for the next year ahead. Part of the day also includes recognizing some of the special achievements made by the Board of Directors, member firms, individuals, and labour-management committees. This year's award winners included:

Gil Samson Award - North Bay Labour Management Health & Safety Committee
John M. Beck Award - BNA Constructors Canada
Electrical Utility Safety Excellence and Innovation Award - OPG Confined Space App Team
Roy A. Phinnemore Award - Jack Oliveira
Ken Hellawell Transportation Safety Award - Dave MacDonald
Maria (Filice) Mason Memorial Award of Excellence - Carrie-Lynn Carpenter

Mental Health Updates

IHSA is hosting, 6 half-day Engagement Sessions on Mental Health in the Workplace.

Don't miss this opportunity to share your wisdom and experiences in a confidential and supportive environment. Through a mix of discussion and hands-on activities, you and your peers will explore the challenges in your industry and what solutions are needed.

Following the Engagement Session, a mental health support tool or product will be developed. Your valuable feedback will influence how it gets created, which could make a difference in helping others who are struggling with mental health.

To apply to attend fill out this form or for more information contact Kathy Martin at kmartin@ihsa.ca

9-8-8 number for mental health and suicide prevention launches November 30th!

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission has announced that it will adopt 9-8-8 as the number to call or text for Canadians who are in need of immediate mental health crisis and suicide prevention intervention.

Click here to learn more!

Regulatory News

MTO News Release:

Ontario Building More Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (read more)

Ministry of Finance News Release:

Ontario to Release Annual Fall Economic Statement November 2 (read more)

Ministry of Health:

Free Flu Shot and New COVID-19 Vaccines Available for All Ontarians Six Months of Age and Older (read more)

Click here to download a list of helpful regulatory links!

Industry Updates

PMTC Updates:

Transportation Exchange Podcast Features Mike Millian:

PMTC President Mike Millian speaks about PMTC events and provides some regulatory updates on the Transportation Exchange Podcast, presented by Rush Truck Centers. (Listen now)

Western Canada Seminar: The PMTC has announced it’s 2023 Western regional seminar as part of its series of cross-country educational half day conferences. The seminar will be held on Thursday November 16th in Calgary at the Four Points by Sheraton Calgary Airport. (click to learn more)

Trucking HR Canada Updates:

Award Gala Highlights: Congratulations to all of the winners at the Trucking HR Canada Top Fleet Employers Awards Gala. For more details:

Video: HR Leader of the Year
Video: 2023 Top Fleet Awards Gala
Read about the winners (click here)

Workplace Wellness: A Holistic Approach to Your Employees’ Wellbeing: Ensure your drivers feel supported at work by promoting employee wellness and reap the benefits of a fully engaged, healthy workforce. Check out the THRC Workplace Wellness Guide. (Click here for more details)

TCA Updates:

Reminder - Bridging Border Barriers 2023: The 6th annual event will be taking place at the Mississauga Grand Banquet and Event Centre on November 8th.(read more)

Nominations for TCA's Fleet Safety Awards Open: The TCA has announced that the 2023 Fleet Safety Awards are now open through November 10. (Click here to apply)

Truck News Articles:

CTA launches tip sheet to report suspected Driver Inc. behavior (read more)

Nova Scotia to delay ELD requirements for provincially regulated carriers. (read more)

Canada ranked eighth among countries with strictest road rules (read more)

Ontario's WSIB extends double rebates for small businesses (read more)

ATRI Critical Issues in the Trucking Industry 2023: ATRI has released its 19th annual Top Industry Issues report, identifying the leading industry concerns. This year’s list includes the Economy, Truck Parking, Fuel Prices, the Driver Shortage, Driver Compensation and for the first time, Zero-Emission Vehicles.(read more)

Misclassification in the Trucking Industry (Infographic): A misclassification results in an employee not receiving their labour standards entitlements under the Canada Labour Code. Misclassification often occurs when an employer considers a worker to be an independent contractor rather than an employee. (click to download the infographic)

OTA Article: REMINDER: Want to Make Northern Ontario Highways Safer? We Need to Hear From Drivers (read more)

OTA Article: Call to Action: Let Government Know How Driver Inc is Hurting the Trucking Industry (read more)

OTA Article: Transport Canada introduces new Client Identification Database (read more)

OTA Article: OTA's Geoff Wood Honoured by MTO (read more)

TAT Vantage Point Newsletter: In this edition of the TAT quarterly newsletter read about TAT Canada Committee Co-Chairs: Heather Mewhinney, Human Resources Director for Kriska Transportation Group (KTG), and Laura Dickinson, Vice President of Safety and Compliance for Day & Ross (read more)

WTFC - KnowHumanTrafficking Campaign Update: The WTFC along with the Ontario Association of Crime Stoppers announced a new partnership for the #KnowHumanTrafficking Campaign. (news link)

Network News

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To promote health and safety within the transportation sector through network support and sharing of information resources, allowing us to have a strong voice in the industry.

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