INSIDE THIS ISSUE Page 1 ANNUAL NEWSLETTER January 2015 2014 ANNUAL AND Q4 2014 REPORTS Available now for ‘Chandler Accounts’, the 2014 Annual Reports and Quarterly Summary of Alcohol and Drug Tes%ng Reports for Q4 2014; October 1— December 31 are complete. These reports should be received by mail by the end of January. Contact us if you are interested in learning how to become eligible to receive these reports. > 2014 Annual and Q4 Reports > Supervisor Training > Policy Development & Random Tes,ng Page 2 IMPROVED SERVICES > Audio Tracking Services > Silica Exposure Tes,ng > Mask Fit Tes,ng Page 3 NEW PROGRAMS > Alcomate Breathalyzers SUPERVISOR TRAINING PROGRAM > Men’s Anger Program Instructor: Jan Chandler, Substance Abuse Professional Page 4 OF INTEREST > COAA Version 5.0 2015 Program Dates: February 18, 2015 April 15, 2015 June 24, 2015 September 16, 2015 November 18, 2015 > Medical Marijuana Cost $150 Please ensure all employees supervising persons in safety sensi%ve posi%ons complete this training. Informa%on outlining the program can be found on our website. POLICY DEVELOPMENT & RANDOM TESTING Did you know that Jan Chandler has been a leading expert in the industry assis%ng companies develop ‘Substance Abuse Policies’ since Canadian commercial drivers became subject to US DOT regula%ons in 1996? Because of this exper%se we can easily assist your company with your ‘Substance Abuse Policy’ development and/or revision. Should you have any ques%ons regarding your policy, please give us a call! Also, with the current climate surrounding ‘Random Tes%ng’, you may have ques%ons and concerns about the legali%es of properly administering a random program. Rest assured, we can easily assist your company with remaining compliant with industry standards. We are eager to be in service to meet your random tes%ng requirements. www.chandlerconsul,ng.net Page 2 IMPROVED SERVICES 2015 ANNUAL AUDIO TRACKING SYSTEM This program is designed to help our clients not only manage abnormal audiometric tests, and the follow-ups required, but also your normal tests and the annual or bi-annual tes%ng you may need. We will send you a list every quarter with the names of employees requiring tes%ng for all reasons, along with abnormal audio test interpreta%ons from the previous quarter. All you will need to do is book your employees, we take care of the rest! We are certain this upgraded process will greatly enhance your workplace hearing conserva%on program, with assis%ng you in scheduling required audio follow up tes%ng as well as producing compara%ve reports which indicate the onset of hearing loss rela%ve to worker posi%ons in your company. SILICA EXPOSURE TESTING Chandler Consul%ng Inc. now offers Silica Exposure tes%ng na%on wide. This consists of the comple%on of a ‘Pulmonary Func%on Test’ with a ‘Chest X-ray’ completed at a local imaging clinic. Dr. Sandy Murray, Occupa%onal Health Doctor, provides a physician interpreta%on of the X-ray and repor%ng is then issued. We provide tracking services to no%fy the company when your employees are due for their required Periodic test. If you would like addi%onal informa%on about ‘Silica Exposure Tes%ng’ please call our office and speak with Toni-Lee Johnstone. MASK FIT TESTING Chandler Consul%ng Inc. offers Mask Fit Tes%ng Services & Fitness to Wear Respiratory Evalua%on services across Canada to meet CSA standard Z94.4-02. Quan%ta%ve mask fit tes%ng is available on several brands of masks including the following: North 7700 Half North 7600 Full ScoC AV 3000 ScoC AV 2000 Honeywell 5500 Give us a call to discuss your Mask fit tes,ng needs! www.chandlerconsul,ng.net Page 3 NEW PROGRAMS ALCOMATE PREMIUM BREATHALIZERS—FOR SALE! 2015 ANNUAL Would you like to check Breath Alcohol Levels? For work, safety needs or for personal use? We are now selling the ‘AlcoMate Premium Breathalyzer’. The newest of all breathalyzers that offers a pre-calibrated and easily replaceable sensor module. The AlcoMate Premium is suitable for individuals who seek the most dependable Breathalyzer in the market. Features: ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ No calibra%on ever needed 2 seconds response %me Easy access and replacement of the sensor modules DOT/NHTSA approved for screening tests Three decimal point accuracy—displays (0.000% BAC) Ac%ve pressure sensor ensure uniform steady air flow Accurate deep lung air samples Cumula%ve test counter Audible Alters / Low BaMery Indicator Auto power off saves baMery Self-diagnos%c with error messages Extended mouthpiece & every mouthpiece is individually wrapped Starter Kit—Device/Ini,al Sensor/Carry Case and pack of 50 mouthpieces $235. Includes 15 minute training session with purchase. MEN’S ANGER PROGRAM—MARS Program Format: 10 week program, Thursdays 7 pm to 9 pm Program outline, is available on our website. This program is designed to specifically address the needs of men who find it difficult to express anger. The focus of this program is to assist men in observing and understanding their anger and other emo%ons, learning new skills and prac%cing new behaviors and responses. Call our office to register. We do not have training dates in place pending the arrival of our new counsellor on January 19! www.chandlerconsul,ng.net Page 4 OF INTEREST 2015 ANNUAL COAA— THE CANADIAN MODEL VERSION 5.0 CONSTRUCTION OWNERS ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA A recent update (Oct 8, 2014) of the COAA Alcohol & Drug Guidelines and Work Rule may inspire your company to consider a policy revision. Changes include: ♦ Self Help sec%on requires workers to seek help and comply with treatment recommenda%ons ♦ Urine based point of collec%on tests (POCT) acknowledged ♦ MRO repor%ng — ”Nega%ve with a safety advisory” requires a fitness to work assessment ♦ POCT oral based fluid tests not permiMed ♦ Lab based oral fluid tests permiMed for post accident, reasonable suspicion and random tes%ng only ♦ Supervisor Training in accordance with US DOT Employer Guidelines Contact our office for assistance and/or guidance in applying these updated industry standard best prac%ces. MEDICAL MARIJUANA With the recent evolu%on of Canadian aQtudes and laws regarding ‘Medical Marijuana’ employers are now finding themselves in a unique and challenging posi%on. Challenges include administering a ’Substance Abuse Policy’ regarding a worker registered with the Marijuana for Medical Purposes Regula%ons (MMPR) program. Chandler Consul%ng Inc. is available to assist your company with policy development and managing situa%ons related to Medical Marijuana use. 4757 - 60 Street Red Deer, Alberta T4N 2N8 Phone: 403 343-6869 To obtain further informa%on about this latest industry development please contact our office and ask to speak to your account representa%ve. www.chandlerconsul,ng.net
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