The document discusses Lane Construction's focus on safety. It highlights several districts that had outstanding safety performances in the first half of 2013 and identifies some of the factors contributing to their success, including open communication, leadership buy-in, employee engagement, and peer-to-peer training. The ultimate goal is an incident rate of zero.
The document describes SplitSecond, a driver safety program for 16-24 year olds in Orange and Seminole Counties, Florida. It aims to positively influence risky driving behaviors through an innovative, technology-based approach that communicates directly with young adults. The program is led by Lennon Moore and Jackie VanderPol and aims to reduce fatalities and injuries in this age group by 40% through online training incentives and collaboration with schools and organizations. It will be evaluated by researchers at the University of Central Florida who will analyze crash statistics before and after the program. The budget to launch the pilot program is $1.2 million.
The document describes the Philips HeartStart FR3 automated external defibrillator, which is designed to make lifesaving faster, easier, and better during sudden cardiac arrests. It has a rugged design and is reliable, helping emergency medical providers during the critical time of an SCA response. The FR3 is also considered the leading professional-grade AED among major manufacturers.
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The document provides expert advice for parents on teen driving. It recommends having a driving professional teach the teen to drive rather than the parent, to avoid criticism and overreaction. It also advises setting clear rules for when and how the teen can use the car in advance. Additionally, the document stresses the importance of continuing supervision and safety discussions after licensure, as new teen drivers face the highest crash risks, and discusses setting a good example and making driving a privilege dependent on following rules.
This document outlines a campaign plan for the One Road IMC Campaign client Dr. Eric Hoffman of Flagler College. The project team is identified. The executive summary discusses changing perspectives on bicycle safety and striving to impact behavior in St. Augustine, FL regarding bike safety. Objectives include raising awareness, evaluating current knowledge, and depleting the budget. Strategies and tactics are outlined to support each objective, including events, social media, and radio. The schedule, budget, and evaluation plans are also included.
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Defensive driving class offered by Puton The Brakes. We have armatures to learn driving with all safety rules. We always focus on the safety of learners. For More details go on putonthebrakes.org
9 Americans are killed every day in motor vehicle accidents involving distracted driving like using a cellphone. 1 in 4 crashes involve cellphone use, and 40% of teens say they've been in danger as a passenger of a driver using a phone. 33% of US drivers ages 18-64 report reading or writing texts while driving, compared to just 15% in Spain. Texting increases crash risk 4 times and takes drivers' eyes off the road for 5 seconds on average.
The document describes SplitSecond, a driver safety program for 16-24 year olds in Orange and Seminole Counties, Florida. It aims to positively influence risky driving behaviors through an innovative, technology-based approach that communicates directly with young adults. The program is led by Lennon Moore and Jackie VanderPol and aims to reduce fatalities and injuries in this age group by 40% through online training incentives and collaboration with schools and organizations. It will be evaluated by researchers at the University of Central Florida who will analyze crash statistics before and after the program. The budget to launch the pilot program is $1.2 million.
The document describes the Philips HeartStart FR3 automated external defibrillator, which is designed to make lifesaving faster, easier, and better during sudden cardiac arrests. It has a rugged design and is reliable, helping emergency medical providers during the critical time of an SCA response. The FR3 is also considered the leading professional-grade AED among major manufacturers.
Expert advice for parents about teen driving print friendlyLinda Swan
The document provides expert advice for parents on teen driving. It recommends having a driving professional teach the teen to drive rather than the parent, to avoid criticism and overreaction. It also advises setting clear rules for when and how the teen can use the car in advance. Additionally, the document stresses the importance of continuing supervision and safety discussions after licensure, as new teen drivers face the highest crash risks, and discusses setting a good example and making driving a privilege dependent on following rules.
This document outlines a campaign plan for the One Road IMC Campaign client Dr. Eric Hoffman of Flagler College. The project team is identified. The executive summary discusses changing perspectives on bicycle safety and striving to impact behavior in St. Augustine, FL regarding bike safety. Objectives include raising awareness, evaluating current knowledge, and depleting the budget. Strategies and tactics are outlined to support each objective, including events, social media, and radio. The schedule, budget, and evaluation plans are also included.
B.R.A.K.E.S. put the Instruction to helps on teen driving tragediesputonthebrakes01
Defensive driving class offered by Puton The Brakes. We have armatures to learn driving with all safety rules. We always focus on the safety of learners. For More details go on putonthebrakes.org
9 Americans are killed every day in motor vehicle accidents involving distracted driving like using a cellphone. 1 in 4 crashes involve cellphone use, and 40% of teens say they've been in danger as a passenger of a driver using a phone. 33% of US drivers ages 18-64 report reading or writing texts while driving, compared to just 15% in Spain. Texting increases crash risk 4 times and takes drivers' eyes off the road for 5 seconds on average.
RailWorks regions have taken several steps to improve safety performance and reduce incidents:
1) Encouraging open communication and addressing all safety concerns and issues raised by employees.
2) Developing comprehensive safety plans and ensuring project teams are aware of hazards before starting work.
3) Increasing involvement of management in safety meetings and discussions to emphasize safety's importance.
The document is the December 2014 newsletter from the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT). It includes several short articles about ODOT activities and employees:
- It summarizes a training program for future county managers, highlighting a graduate and the benefits of the program.
- It describes an event in District 6 promoting safe driving during the holidays, with memorials for lives lost in crashes.
- It profiles an ODOT employee who teaches CPR training to over 300 employees across districts.
- It recaps a winter readiness event in District 7 where over 220 employees received updates on equipment, safety, and forecasting.
- It provides an update on a large construction project at the District 1 headquarters to consolidate operations.
The document summarizes advice from Mark Oettinger on starting and growing a business. It discusses the two types of entrepreneurs, developing an elevator pitch and business plan, obtaining funding, and driving revenue. Oettinger emphasizes the importance of being knowledgeable, honest, and remarkable to succeed in sales and fundraising.
This document summarizes an issue of the SMART Holdings USA newsletter. It profiles several people involved with SMART Holdings and their accomplishments. It also contains an article on entrepreneurship written by Mark Oettinger that discusses different aspects of starting a business like identifying products/services, creating an elevator pitch, developing a business plan, obtaining funding, government resources, driving revenue, and workforce optimization. Oettinger provides tips and principles for those in sales and fundraising roles. Jeff Somple is named the new enterprise-wide president of Mack Molding to oversee its various divisions.
This document provides a strategic communications plan for the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT). It includes sections on research conducted, key messages, branding, public meetings, social media, community outreach, and evaluation. The overall goal of the plan is to improve the public's perception of NDOT by highlighting how it keeps Nevadans safe and connected through building and maintaining highways.
This document provides a strategic communications plan for the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT). It includes sections on research conducted, key messages, branding, public meetings, social media, community outreach, and evaluation. The overall goal of the plan is to improve the public's perception of NDOT by highlighting how it keeps Nevadans safe and connected through building and maintaining highways.
This document is the Spring 2009 issue of the SouthEast Education Network magazine. It includes articles on topics like obesity prevention initiatives in 36 states, rethinking early childhood education, and security in schools. It also profiles educational destinations across southeastern states and provides information on educational conferences, products, and services. The front cover features Florida's Kennedy Space Center. Other sections include information on educational travel options, colleges and schools in the region, and a preview of the next issue focusing on education technology.
The document provides information about PEAR Insights, which organizes global events and provides education on travel risk management. It summarizes an upcoming event called "Education Without Borders 2016" that will be held in London on November 15th for the higher education sector to discuss international travel risks and managing safety. The event will feature expert speakers from universities and organizations to address topics like mental health overseas, emergency evacuations, insurance models, and managing remote research risks.
This issue of Transportation Builder focuses on bridges and airports. It provides information on 10 bridge projects and 14 airport construction projects across the U.S., including both new construction and rehabilitation of bridges and major capital work like terminals and runways at airports. Some of the projects are complete while others are still under construction, and some airport work remains planned. The issue also introduces a new Q&A feature interviewing a woman leader in transportation and highlights innovations from ARTBA's Research and Education Division.
The document summarizes several projects and initiatives at Zachry Group, including:
1) The placement of a 286-foot, 440-ton modular pipe bridge at a Phillips 66 project, marking a major achievement.
2) Zachry Nuclear Engineering's role in advancing the design and certification of the world's safest nuclear reactor.
3) A proposal engineering team inspiring young girls in engineering by creating an interactive water piping structure at a science festival.
4) Developing Spanish-language versions of Zachry's e-store and 90th anniversary book to better communicate with Hispanic employees.
Deborah Willis has over 30 years of experience in transportation management, safety management, sales management, and customer service. She has held positions such as Safety & Compliance Manager, Customer Service/Sales/Account Development, Maintenance Supervisor/Safety Coordinator, and President/CEO of her own truck transportation brokerage company. Her objective is to obtain a professional goal in transportation management, safety management/consulting, or sales management/consulting.
This document summarizes the December-January 2013 issue of Amtrak Ink, Amtrak's monthly employee publication. It recognizes winners of the 2012 President's Service and Safety Awards (PSSA) for their accomplishments and contributions to Amtrak's goals. It profiles several PSSA winners in categories such as Achievement, Environmental, Safety, and Sustained Excellence who went above and beyond their duties. It also previews more accomplishments and changes coming to Amtrak in the next year.
The Ontario College of Trades conducted enforcement blitzes over the summer focusing on school buses, residential construction projects, and industrial/commercial construction sites. Over 30 inspectors visited 244 bus repair locations and found a 97% compliance rate, with some expired memberships renewed. A blitz of Ottawa residential sites had a 94% compliance rate. A Toronto blitz inspected condo construction and found most tradespeople welcomed inspections, with 20 expired memberships renewed. The blitzes aim to verify credentials, educate about requirements, and identify sectors needing qualified workers or facing challenges.
The document discusses various topics related to business startups and entrepreneurship. It introduces two types of entrepreneurs and discusses resources for starting a business like creating a business plan and obtaining funding. It also provides brief summaries of people appointed to new positions to lead organizations and a project, including Kevin Beal being appointed Director of Development for Navicate.org, Jeff Somple being named Enterprise-Wide President of Mack Moldings five divisions, and Michael Hussey completing his MBA through Norwich University.
AAA Minneapolis provides work zone safety procedures and tips for drivers as the 2015 construction season begins in Minnesota. Major highway projects on Hwy. 100, I-494, and I-394 will cause delays and closures. In 2013 there were over 1,700 crashes and 8 fatalities in Minnesota work zones. AAA Minneapolis created a list of work zone safety procedures and driver tips that all motorists should follow when traveling through work zones, such as staying alert, obeying reduced speeds, and avoiding unnecessary lane changes or distractions. AAA will remain a resource throughout the construction season to promote work zone safety.
The document discusses various companies that were recognized by the National Safety Council's Our Driving Concern: Texas Employer Traffic Safety Award for 2015 for their commitment to promoting safe driving among employees. It provides details about each company's driving safety programs, which include employee education and training, incentives for safe driving, monitoring of driving behaviors, and policies restricting distracted and risky driving. It emphasizes the importance of traffic safety for protecting employees and reducing costs from accidents.
The VP of Safety at US Transport Inc. has significantly improved the company's safety performance and financial results since taking on the role in 2012. Claims costs have decreased substantially each year, insurance rates per truck have lowered, and the company has received increasing dividends from switching to a captive insurance program. Management has expressed confidence in the safety program by doubling the insurance deductible and allowing the company to grow its fleet of trucks.
Braden Johnson has over 8 years of experience in sales, marketing, and computer systems. He currently works as an Inside Sales Representative for Verizon, where he exceeded his sales quota in his first month. Previously, he led the EasyTech department at Staples to grow service revenue from $26,000 to $260,000 over 5 years. He graduated from the University of Colorado Denver with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing.
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Introducing Lane’s New Career Center
The first generation of Lane’s new online Career Center for employees is now live! The Career Center groups all of our learning and de-
velopment resources together, making it easier for you to develop and manage your career with Lane. This initiative is tied to two of our
6 Points of Focus: Seek Continuous Improvement and Coach and Be Coachable.
To visit the Career Center, go to the Employee Portal (see page 15) and click on the “My Career” tab. You’ll
find tools and resources such as:
n Training by department or subject
n Guidance if you are in a new position, whether you are new to the company or new to the role
n Job descriptions and internal job postings
n Information on tuition assistance and useful articles on a variety of subjects
What you will see now is just the beginning. Lane’s new Learning Management System (LMS), which is in development, will offer a variety
of learning opportunities customized to your specific needs through the Career Center.
Scholarship Winners for 2013
Lane is proud to announce the 2013 recipients of the Lane Industries Scholarship Program, which was established to assist employ-
ees’ children who are continuing their education in college. Each year, scholarships are awarded to 10 students who are studying full-
time at an accredited institution. This year’s recipients are:
n Madison T. Beatty, daughter of Daniel P. Beatty, Senior Estimator, Chantilly, VA
n Emily K. Estry, daughter of Daniel Estry, Safety Supervisor, Maitland, FL
n Alyssa R. Jack, daughter of Harry E. Jack, Project Manager, Pittsburgh, PA
n Tori L. Kennedy, daughter of Debby L. Kennedy, Senior Project Engineer, Justin, TX
n Jessica L. Moore, daughter of Chris Moore, Purchasing Manager, Cheshire, CT
n Kayla D. Murdaugh, daughter of Michael D. Murdaugh, Project Engineer, West Columbia, SC
n Danielle T. Rupprecht, daughter of Daniel T. Rupprecht, Assistant Plant Manager, Pittsburgh, PA
n Laura A. Sullivan, daughter of Keith D. Sullivan, Senior Estimator, Cheshire, CT
n Tippayanawat Tongvichit, daughter of Anawat Tongvichit, Assistant Project Engineer, Woodbridge, VA
n Evan J. Waddell, son of Bryce M. Waddell, Engineer II, Bangor, ME
Congratulations!