Event ProgramThe 24th Annual Nova Scotia Safety Council ConferenceMarch 22 – 24, 2006 • The Westin Nova Scotian, Halifax

Wednesday, March 22, 2006

Pre Conference Workshops, Courses and Meetings

Workshops

#1A, 8:30am – 4:30pmPresented by American Industrial Hygiene AssociationAtlantic Provinces SectionCost: $100 for members $120 for non membersLunch includedThe Association will present a talk on the OHSAS 18001 standard, 9am to 12 pm, with guest speaker, Lucien F. Cattrysse, VP Operations, BSI Management Systems Canada, Inc. From 1-4pm, there will be a discussion on the business case of occupational hygiene. For more information contact kbutterworth@cbrm.ns.ca or phone 563-5783.

#1B, 9am – 4pmBenchmarks, Best Practices and Strategies for Change The Evolution of Disability Management PracticesDr. Donald Shrey, President, Advanced Transitions, Inc., Cincinnati, OhioSponsored by Eastern Rehabilitation, Cost: $95This workshop highlights the need to move beyond our current knowledge of disability management benchmarks and best practices. The future of disability management practice at worksites will require an understanding of “strategies to implement

change.” The barriers to disability management, and return to work program implementation, and strategies to overcome obstacles to program development and implementation, will be covered.

#1C, 1pm – 4pmOccurrence Investigation Case Study For Joint Committee MembersStaff of Michelin Tire plants in Nova ScotiaParticipants will be formed into “joint committees”, tasked with investigating the causes of a workplace occurrence (near miss). Emphasis will be placed on helping each committee function effectively as a team, on looking beyond the immediate causes, and on presenting a business case to management regarding solutions to the underlying causes.

Meetings

#2A, 8:30am – 12 noonNova Scotia Trucking Safety Association (NSTSA) Annual General MeetingOpen to all NSTSA membersThe NSTSA promotes safe work practices and recognizes quality, effective training and auditing programs that help ensure a safer working environment in the trucking industry, in compliance with industry standards and OHS legislation, reducing injuries and the associated costs. For information, visit www.nstsa.ca or call 888-329-9660.

Courses

#3A, March 21 & 22, 9am – 4pmJoint Occupational Health & Safety Committee CertificateGerry MacLeod, Instructor, Nova Scotia Safety CouncilCost: $250Attn: Joint committee members. Receive your Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee Member Certificate (Level 1) at the special conference rate of only $250! Already have a few credits toward your certificate? Contact the Safety Council for more information, at 454-9621, ext 33. Or, visit our website www.nssafety.ns.ca for course content and certificate details.

#3B, March 21 & 22, 9am – 4pmSystem Incident Investigation Process Course Wilson Bateman, Director of OHS Services, Nova Scotia Safety CouncilCost: $275Att: Safety Managers and Supervisors. Start working toward your Supervisor/Manager Safety Certificate by enrolling in this course. Finish by taking the Due Diligence For Supervisors Course, April 4 & 5 and receive a 20% discount. Call for more information: 454-9621, ext 33. Or, visit our website www.nssafety.ns.ca for course content and certificate details.

#3C, 9am – 12noonRisk AssessmentJim Giles, Instructor, Nova Scotia Safety CouncilCost: $60This course addresses the role of risk assessment in a workplace safety program. Risk acceptability, opportunities for controlling risk, and tools used to estimate risk, will all be covered in a format which includes examples and case studies.

#3D, 1pm – 3pmFire Extinguisher SimulatorKerry Lane, Pyrovirtech, Inc., Deux-Montagnes, Quebec Cost: $60This workshop combines theory with “hands on” experience in the correct use of a fire extinguisher. A high tech “fire simulator” will create a realistic looking “fire”. The “fire” cannot be “extinguished” unless the participant uses the proper technique.

4:00pm – 6:00pmDelegate Registration, Exhibits OpenDelegate bags provided by Michelin Tire North America, (Canada) Inc. Name badges provided by Maxwell Promotions.

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6:00pm – 7:00pmOfficial OpeningSponsored by NS Environment and LabourSpecial Guest: Minister of NS Environment and Labour Featuring: Neville Mackay, “Growing A Winning Team” Known for his appearances on CTV, HGTV AND WTN, Neville is a successful businessman and entrepeneur; the “Man Landers” of the home décor and floral worlds. His presentation is a wonderful balance of humour and education, sprinkled with “tips and quips” on how to expertly service customers and grow a winning team.

7:00pm – 8:00pmWine & Cheese Reception/Exhibits OpenSponsored by NS Environment and Labour

Wednesday, March 22, 2006

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Workplace safety “team” members,

Dave’s Commercial Cleaning, New Glasgow.

The “Tiger Team” at J.D. Irving Limited, Truro.

Thursday, March 23, 2006

8:00am – 9:30am, Registration/Continental Breakfast/Exhibits Open

9:30am – 10:45am, Concurrent Sessions

#4A, Dr. Donald Shrey, President, Advanced Transitions, Inc., OhioSponsored by Eastern Rehabilitation Barriers to disability management and return to work program implementation, and strategies to overcome them, will be covered in this session.

#4B, Promoting Positive Safety Practices In The Workplace Facilitated by Jan Wile, Safety Communication, Michelin Tire North America Do you have workplace programs that you would like to “kick up a notch”? Network with employees at companies like yours and share “best practices” for safety promotion. Jan will review the evolution of Michelin’s program.

#4C, Communicating For Safety Success Catherine Hebb, President, Jade Communications Communicating is an important step in building a successful workplace safety program. Learn to improve communication so that all employees understand, support and enthusiastically work to ensure the success of your safety program.

#4D, NFPA 70E – A Frame Work Of An Electrical Safety ProgramJack Hirschmann, Jr., President, Oberon Company, Massachusetts In a fraction of a second, an electrical arc flash explosion can cause devastating injuries or death, and is a leading cause of injury in the electrical field. The NFPA 70E program deals with a hazard analysis of the workplace, safe work practices, employee qualifications, PPE, etc.

#4E, Forklift Safety Alan Whitehead, Instructor, NS Safety Council Discuss forklift safety with an experienced operator and trainer. Regulations, train the trainer programs, types of equipment and “people” issues are some topics that can be addressed in this session. Come prepared to listen and contribute!

#4F, Patient Safety-Safe Start For Health Care Allison Townsend, Acct. Manager, Electrolab This is a first-of-a-kind safety training program, with a focus on human behaviours. It is considered as a means of addressing patient safety and reducing employee injuries.

#4G, Fundamentals Of Loss ControlStephen Oakley, Industrial Accident Prevention Association, Ontario IAPA has endorsed an updated resource text entitled Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Management - A Practitioner’s Guide. It is written by the same authors as the Practical Loss Control Leadership (PLCL) text, and is grounded in the same basic concepts. This presentation highlights key areas of the text, which are helpful in building an effective OHS management system.

10:45am – 11:15am, Break/ExhibitsSponsored by the Halifax International Airport Authority

11:15am – 12:30am, Concurrent Sessions

#5A, The Personal Story of John Whidden, Injury Survivor John Whidden, Communications Nova ScotiaAlmost every aspect of life changed for John and Mary Whidden of Halifax when they were hit by a drunk driver in a crosswalk while vacationing in Nice, France. One reckless moment by a stranger turned into more than 35 surgeries, years of physiotherapy, and a dramatic change in lifestyle.

#5B, The History Of Mould And Its Relationship With HumansBrian Fraser, All-Tech Environmental Services Limited Before mankind’s arrival on Earth, mould has been present and well established within the food chain. This session will cover some of the characteristics of various types of mould.

#5C, Bloodborne Pathogens Gerry MacLeod, Instructor, NS Safety CouncilThis session will provide basic information on the types of bloodborne pathogens, facts about HBV and HIV, as well as information on how individuals may better protect themselves from exposure.

#5D, Keeping Your Business Open During Emergencies Debbie Naugler, Northwood Care, Inc. Emergencies take their toll on business in lives, well-being and dollars. Every organization should have a plan to deal with emergencies. This session will provide

general principles and practical tips for preparing your organization for emergency situations.

#5E, Measure of Performance for Employees Wilson Bateman, Director of OHS Services, NSSC Learn about an innovative system to measure the safety performance of any person or department in your company, or compare departments. Build a stronger “team” using a customized scorecard system.

#5F, ClarityNet Health Care Paul RiddellPaul discusses the advantages of computer based training in health care and features some of Clarity’s library of health care-specific products. See what resources are available to the health care industry.

#5G, The Globally Harmonized System – The New WHMIS NS Environment and Labour For years there have been conflicts between WHMIS, TDG and consumer product labeling. Learn about the Globally Harmonized System, a United Nations international project, which Canada plans to adopt.

12:30pm – 2:00pm, Last Chance To View Exhibits/ Lunch is provided

2:00pm – 3:15pm, Concurrent Sessions

#6A, Workplace Safety “From the Top” Gordon Dickie, General Manager, Shaw Resources Gordon discusses the implementation of a renewed safety program at Shaw Resources and his observations on an emerging safety culture. Also highlighted is the importance of senior management commitment to “safe production”.

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#6F, OHS Programs and Due Diligence Yvonne O’ Reilly, O’Reilly Health and Safety Consulting Learn the value of implementing a workplace safety program. Also discussed is how to demonstrate the effectiveness of your program and what can be learned from the legislated requirements of other provinces.

3:45pm – 5 :00pm, Concurrent Sessions

#7A, Hiring Smart for Teams Tim Brennan, Chief Visionary Officer, The Brennan Group Has a lot of time been spent studying and adopting the best practices of others, for team selection and retention? By implementing the best practices in team building, your organization’s processes will be the ones that others will copy.

#7B, Federal Hours Of Service RegulationsDave Carroll, Ontario Motor Coach Association Canada’s new hours of service regulations take effect Jan. 1, 2007. Learn how school bus and motor coach operations will be impacted. Mr. Carroll will explain what’s changing.

6:00pm – 7 :30pm

#8, Reception/Networking Join the Safety Council and your fellow delegates for sumptuous seafood, socializing and a band that’s literally ‘The Cat’s Meow’!

Thursday, March 23, 2006

#6B, Lessons Learned: The Marid ExperienceManagement Representatives Tragic events are often followed by positive benefits and change. The Marid team will share what happened at Marid, the reactions, challenges and what is currently happening.

#6C, The P.A.R.T.Y. Program Morris Green, Nova Scotia Health Promotion This program is being presented to teens at Nova Scotian highschools to educate them on the very real outcomes of motor vehicle crashes. An amazing video and interactive presentations by medical personnel describe in detail the medical procedures involved in saving the lives of crash victims.

#6D, Weekend Woodcutter: Chainsaw Safety Tommy Harper, Manager, Forestry Safety Society Never underestimate the power and speed of your chain shaw ! Join Tommy in a hands-on interactive session illustrating proper technique, care and maintenance of chain saws.

#6E, Preventing Workplace Injuries: Getting Started! Bruce Dodge, Manager, Education and Research, Prevention Services, Workers’ Compensation Board of NS This workshop provides an overview of the WCB’s new Preventing Workplace Injury program and tools available to employers and consultants. Participants will receive copies of the PWI – Getting Started booklet and checklist.

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Auditing is key to building a safety culture in the

work environment.

Friday, March 24, 2006

#9, 7:30am – 9:00am Early Bird Pancake & Sausage Breakfast Session/Industry Safety Association PanelSome businesses in Nova Scotia pay a levy to the WCB, in addition to their regular WCB rates. The resulting funds are given to their industry safety association. The association ensures that safety training programs are developed for its members. How has this system worked? Reps from several industry associations talk frankly about the impact they’ve made thus far.

9:00am – 12 noon, Tours

#10A, Maritime PaperLearn about their “Five S” system for creating a workplace inspection culture.

#10B, Pratt & WhitneyA tour of this aircraft manufacturer is always amazing.

#10C, ScanwoodSee where your favourite name brand furniture is built.

9:00am – 10:30am, Plenary Session

#11, From the Boardroom to the BedroomLarry Wilson, VP & Gary Higbee, Sr. Safety Consultant,Electrolab Training ServicesAs you gulp your coffee and fight morning traffic, have you thought about the hazards of your morning routine? Larry and Gary discuss safety off-the-job, including the root cause of most acute injuries and how you can bring the principles that are applied to workplace safety, to safety in the home and on the road.

10:30am – 11:00am, Break

11:00am – 12:15pm, Concurrent Sessions

#12A, The IRS Phase TwoDr. Peter Strahlendorf, School of Occ. And Public Health, Ryerson UniversityTraditionally, the IRS has been connected to legal compliance and due diligence. People have aimed to fulfill their duties to find hazards and contraventions. This takes an organization to ‘pretty good’ safety but not to world class safety. The IRS Phase Two involves creativity and innovation on the entire team’s part.

#12B, Creating the Culture of ChangeDr. Jamie Cox, Chief Medical Officer, Workers Compensation Board of Nova Scotia Dr. Cox discusses the challenges in establishing a cultural change in workplace safety and safe and timely return to work, in Nova Scotia.

#12C, The Aging WorkforceJan Chappel, Canadian Centre For Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) The experience and maturity of older employees makes them a valuable part of your workplace “team”. Yet physical and mental changes occur as people age. This presentation reviews the changes from an industrial hygiene and safety perspective and offers solutions so that all employees may work safely and comfortably.

#12D, VOC’s – Perfumed MenaceShirley Smyth, B.Sc., Associate, Global Training Edge From the hottest new perfume from Paris to the lemon-scented cleaners, VOCs (volatile organic compounds) are everywhere in the workplace. Their impact is growing as more people come forward with sensitivities to these very common chemicals. This session will discuss VOCs and their impact on indoor air quality. Issues discussed will include effects of VOCs, investigation and sampling methods, plus measures of control, including scent-free policies.

#12E, Fall Protection & Bucket Truck Evacuation Practical DemonstrationBill Ivory, Instructor/Consultant, Nova Scotia Safety CouncilThis session highlights techniques used in the development of the Safety Council’s Emergency Bucket Evacuation course: the need to ensure a controlled training environment, the importance of training and calming those faced with performing a self-rescue from any height. Participants will be encouraged to try the equipment in the classroom. There will also be a practical demonstration (weather permitting) conducted (outside) near the Westin.

#12F, Dealing with DogsSusan Jordan, PAWS For Family and Friends This session is for workers who may encounter dogs on the job (including police, mail carriers, delivery persons, real estate agents, power/ cable/phone/service employees, personal care/social workers, cleaning staff, construction/renovation crews, etc.). Participants learn how to interpret basic dog body language, to determine if there is a risk, and how to reduce their bite risk.

12:30pm – 2:30pmClosing Luncheon/Grand Prize DrawSponsored by the Workers’ Compensation Board Featuring: Danielle SauvageauMs. Sauvageau relates some of her varied and fascinating life experiences. She led Canada’s 2002 Women’s Ice Hockey Team to an Olympic Gold Medal. She has also done undercover narcotics assignments for the Montreal Urban Police. She is currently an analyst for CBC’s Hockey Night In Canada’s French station. She has achieved success through determination, teamwork and responsibility. She understands how to communicate to make a team “tick”, even when team members are spread across the country, and will share her winning strategies with us.

Conference can be used for CRSP maintenance 1.0 CMPs, Approval #06071

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Platinum Sponsors

Registration cost informationREGISTRATION COSTSNon members Company membersEnhanced corporate andpartners in safety

Accomodations Guest room rate $100 (additional $20 to upgrade) until Feb 22, 2006.To make a reservation call 496-8585 or 1 877 993-7846. Identify yourself as attending the Nova Scotia Safety Council’s conference to ensure your reduced rate. Book early!

Ways to registerwww.nssafety.ns.ca(902) 454 9621 (ext.27)

March 22 – 24, 2006

The Westin Nova Scotian

www.nssafety.ns.ca

Eastern Rehabilitation Inc.

Electrolab Training Systems

Maxwell Promotions

Michelin Tire North America

GoldSponsors

ACA Co-operative Limited

Halifax International Airport Authority

HRSDC - Labour Program

Trenton Works Limited

Halifax/Dartmouth

Bridge Commission

SilverSponsors

BronzeSponsors

AFTER FEB 10, 2006 $450 $350 $300

PRIOR TO FEB 10, 2006 $395$295$250