Send us a text Welcome to SpeedGuage! This video explores the fascinating world of data and its impact on our daily lives. Join us as we delve into the concept of data production and consumption, highlighting how every individual plays a role in generating and receiving vast amounts of data. We discuss the importance of fostering a positive relationship with data and how it can enhance our endeavours. Drawing inspiration from Karen Levy's book, "Data-Driven," we examine drivers' negative percept...
Jul 18, 2023•36 min•Season 2Ep. 64
Send us a text Recruiting new truck drivers is an ongoing challenge! Retaining your best truck drivers is about more than just salary and benefits. This video explores the psychological factors influencing driver satisfaction, such as recognition, communication, and work-life balance. Learn how to keep your drivers happy and motivated for the long haul. Jessica Mata, Wellington Motor Freight jmata@wellingtonmotorfreight.com www.wellingtongoc.com Your Hosts John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: su...
Jun 30, 2023•30 min•Season 2Ep. 63
Send us a text Join us as we unravel the fascinating world of the Reptile Theory, a groundbreaking legal strategy that taps into the primal instincts of jurors. This informative video explores how this theory can sway the outcome of high-stakes trials and influence nuclear verdicts. Discover the tactics employed by legal teams to leverage the reptilian brain of jurors and secure massive judgments. Dive into real-life case studies and gain valuable insights into the power of persuasive storytelli...
Jun 23, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 62
Send us a text Distracted Truck Driver, Discover the alarming truth about distracted truck drivers and the risks they pose on our highways. In this eye-opening video, we'll uncover the common distractions truckers face and the potentially catastrophic consequences. Stay informed and learn practical tips to enhance your safety on the road. Make sure to subscribe to the mission to promote responsible driving. Corey (Wana-Raw-Vich) Woinarowicz www.nocell.com corey@nocell.com Your Hosts John Farquha...
Jun 17, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 61
Send us a text Join Geoff Topping, a renowned industry expert, as he shares his insights and experiences at the National Recruiting and Retention Symposium. Discover the secrets to success in talent acquisition, and learn how dedication can revolutionize how you approach your industry. Don't miss out on this captivating session! Subscribe for more invaluable advice and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and strategies. John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-276...
Jun 09, 2023•31 min•Season 2Ep. 60
Send us a text Attention, truck drivers! Get ready for a wave of advancements that will shape your professional journey. From driver-assist technologies to enhanced safety features, we explore the tools and resources heading your way. Stay ahead of the curve and ensure you don't miss out on the latest developments. Don't forget to subscribe and be part of our thriving trucking community! You can reach out to Jim j.park@sympatico.ca Your Hosts: John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolut...
Jun 02, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 59
Send us a text Join us for an exclusive interview as renowned industry expert Jim Park delves into the captivating world of trucking's future. In this insightful video, Jim Park shares his invaluable insights on the revolutionary potential of alternative fuels in shaping the trucking landscape. Prepare to be amazed as he unravels the latest advancements and cutting-edge technologies that are paving the way for a greener and more sustainable industry. From electric trucks to hydrogen-powered engi...
May 17, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 58
Send us a text In this video, industry expert Mike McCarron discusses the future of Driver Inc and why it's not going away anytime soon. He sheds light on the legal issues, regulations, and labor laws surrounding the topic, providing valuable insights for anyone interested in the trucking industry. McCarron's expertise in the field is unmatched, making this a must-watch for those looking to understand the future of independent contracting in transportation. Leave us a comment. Mike's Contact inf...
May 09, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 57
Send us a text During our interview, Mike shared his insights on the current challenges that the trucking industry is facing. It was clear that he is a true professional who is passionate about his work and dedicated to finding solutions to these challenges. As a trucking professional myself, I know how important it is to have leaders like Mike in our industry. His experience and expertise are invaluable, and I have no doubt that he will continue to make a positive impact on the industry as a wh...
Apr 21, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Send us a text My guest today is from SleepSmart.club, a sleep apnea treatment program for the millions of truck drivers who drive our country's highways every day. "Sleep" is a taboo topic in North America today, but it presents a tremendous problem with serious consequences if not addressed. 80% of all truck drivers suffer from some type of sleep issue and a big part of what they discuss on this episode of "Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast" is how sleep apnea affects the general public and ...
Mar 31, 2023•37 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Send us a text Step into the shoes of Curtis Davlut, a veteran trucking professional, and experience 30 years of navigating the freight shipping industry. From responding to Request for Proposals to managing customer relations, Curtis shares his wisdom and insights from his time in the business. Learn how the truck has changed over the last three decades, and how Curtis has adapted to the shifting industry. Discover the strategies he implemented to stay ahead of the competition and build a succe...
Mar 14, 2023•32 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Send us a text Get an inside look into the trucking industry with Dan Goodwill, a veteran trucker with over 40 years of experience. In this video, Dan shares his insights on the industry, including the best practices for finding profitable freight, understanding Request for Proposals (RFPs), and how to work with shippers. He's seen it all, so you don't have to! Watch now to see what Dan has to say and learn valuable tips that you can use in your own trucking business. Don't miss out on this valu...
Mar 03, 2023•37 min•Season 2Ep. 53
Send us a text Are you looking to improve your cash flow in the transportation industry? Learn how factoring can help! In this video, Tina Capobianco from JD Factors explains what a factor is and why it benefits transport companies. She also shares how JD Factors is Canada's only true non-recourse factor, meaning they provide credit guarantees on every receivable purchase. Tune in now to learn more about factoring and its advantages for businesses in the transportation industry. Contact Tina, tc...
Feb 13, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Send us a text Join John Farquhar and Chris Harris as they discuss how they each found their start in the transportation industry. From John's journey of starting as a driver in the eighties to Chris's story of changing his attitude as a truck driver, find out how they both ventured into their safety professional careers. John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-2762 John@summitrisksolutions.ca Chris Harris Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com Chris@SafetyDawg.com 1 905 9...
Feb 03, 2023•32 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Send us a text Truck drivers are the unsung heroes of our society, and mental health is an important part of their daily lives. Join Chris Harris, Safety Dawg, John Farquhar, Summit Risk Solutions, and mental health educator Tammy Whelen as they discuss the mental health challenges of being a truck driver. Tammy shares her knowledge of why mental health is important and the resources available to truck drivers in Canada. Learn the importance of alone time, writing down your stressors, and talkin...
Jan 27, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Send us a text Join Chris Harris, Safety Dawg, John Farquhar from Summit Risk Solutions, and Joel LaCoursiere from Paradigm Ticket Defence as they discuss the changing landscape of the trucking industry. From hybrid court systems to facility audits to safety compliance in trucking companies, this podcast covers it all. Hear Joel's unique perspective on the industry, gained from his former police career. Get up to date on the latest news, and gain valuable insights from experts in the field. Tune...
Jan 20, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 49
Send us a text My Trucker Pro You can reach Andy Coy: andy@mytruckerpro.com Your Hosts John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-2762 John@summitrisksolutions.ca Chris Harris Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com Chris@SafetyDawg.com 1 905 973 7056...
Jan 13, 2023•22 min•Season 2Ep. 48
Send us a text This week on Trip, Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, we have David Heller, the Senior Vice President of Truckload Carriers Association. David talks about his role in lobbying the US government on behalf of trucking companies throughout Canada and the United States, as well as discussing what's happening on Capitol Hill and the trucking industry. He covers topics such as speed governing, environmental aspects, and the misclassification of independent contractors. Don't miss out ...
Jan 06, 2023•37 min•Season 2Ep. 47
Send us a text For more information in Canada, call 905 572 3446 Do you want to hire drivers more efficiently and effectively? TenStreet is here to help with our full-service digital solution! We provide a vehicle for employment verifications and integration with ISB for digital abstracts and criminal record searches. Plus, our LMS platform and integration with telematics companies like Samsara and Geotab make it easy to access driver events, hard braking, log violations, coordinates, and videos...
Dec 16, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Send us a text You can reach out to Manan at: manan@roadtoday.com www.roadtoday.com He would love to hear from you. You can reach out to your hosts at: John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-2762 John@summitrisksolutions.ca Chris Harris Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com Chris@SafetyDawg.com 1 905 973 7056 Keeping it Safety Dawg Simple! #trucksafety #truckinsurance #truckpodcast...
Dec 09, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Send us a text This is a video about Driver Inc & ELDs. Link To Transport Canada Approved ELDs: https://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/electronic-logging-devices/list-certified-electronic-logging-devices TruckNews articles quoted: ELD Rules to see mixed enforcement on Jan 1: https://www.trucknews.com/transportation/eld-rules-to-see-mixed-enforcement-on-jan-1/1003170471/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=newcom&utm_campaign=TruckNewsDaily&utm_content=2022110891949&hash=6323bd92...
Nov 11, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Send us a text Mary Kosta of the Canadian Health Champions can be found at: www.canadianhealthchampions.com marycadas@rogers.com 647 4036113 John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-2762 John@summitrisksolutions.ca Chris Harris Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com Chris@SafetyDawg.com 1 905 973 7056 Keeping it Safety Dawg Simple! #trucksafety #truckinsurance #truckpodcast...
Nov 04, 2022•27 min•Season 2Ep. 43
Send us a text Jason Conley of Envista Forensic, join your hosts this week. Jason describes what information your phone holds and tells about you? Jason Conley, Digital Forensics Examiner Contact Info Cell: 1 647 208 0482 Office: 437 317 0580 Email: Jason.Conley@envistaforensics.com WEBSITE: www.envistaforensics.com Here is how you can get in touch with your hosts: John@summitrisksolutions.ca summitrisksolutions.ca Summit Risk Solutions Chris Harris Chris@safetydawg.com safetydawg.com Safety Daw...
Oct 28, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Send us a text Mike McCarron (Ace) discusses the differences between the old guard (Legacy Carriers) and the new upstart carriers (new carriers). We dive deep into the differences and what you should look out for. John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-2762 John@summitrisksolutions.ca Chris Harris Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com Chris@SafetyDawg.com 1 905 973 7056 Keeping it Safety Dawg Simple! #trucksafety #truckinsurance #truckpodcast...
Oct 07, 2022•31 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Send us a text To register for the event, you can click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/biz-breakfast-safety-compliance-and-insurance-in-the-trucking-industry-tickets-406279652377 If you have any questions, please reach out to Wendy: wpatton@isbglobalservices.com John and I hope to see you there. John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-2762 John@summitrisksolutions.ca Chris Harris Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com Chris@SafetyDawg.com 1 905 973 7056 Keeping it Safe...
Sep 30, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Send us a text Ron Zima, The Idle Free Guy, would love to hear from you. What did you think of his comments? Will you go Idle Free? Is Idle Free just a pipe-dream? Let us know your thoughts! Get in touch with Ron here: Contact Ron, IDLE FREE Guy™ at GoGreen Communications Inc.: info@GoIDLEFREE.com Sample the lessons and LIKE our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/IDLE.FREE.for.our.kids IDLE FREE Guy™ Media https://docs.goidlefree.com/IDLE-FREE-Guy-Media John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: ...
Sep 02, 2022•34 min
Send us a text John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-2762 John@summitrisksolutions.ca Chris Harris Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com Chris@SafetyDawg.com 1 905 973 7056 Keeping it Safety Dawg Simple! #trucksafety #truckinsurance #truckpodcast
Aug 26, 2022•33 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Send us a text How to check a Carrier rating in the USA: https://ai.fmcsa.dot.gov/SMS/Search/Index.aspx Check a Carrier rating in Ontario: https://www.cvop.rus.mto.gov.on.ca/cips/CSROrder.aspx Download the 7 Steps To Hiring Great Drivers: https://landing.safetydawg.com John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-2762 John@summitrisksolutions.ca Chris Harris Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com Chris@SafetyDawg.com 1 905 973 7056 Keeping it Safety Dawg Simple! #trucksafety #t...
Aug 19, 2022•32 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Send us a text Pitstop can help with both problems. Get the White Paper, "The Ultimate Guide to Upgrading You Fleet Maintenance Strategy" https://pitstopconnect.com You can contact Shiva Bhardwaj via email: shiva@pitstopconnect.com Your Hosts are, John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-2762 John@summitrisksolutions.ca Chris Harris Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com Chris@SafetyDawg.com 1 905 973 7056...
Aug 12, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Send us a text Link to the Trucking Human Resources guide: https://truckinghr.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Special-Report-June-2022.pdf John Farquhar Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802-2762 John@summitrisksolutions.ca Chris Harris Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com Chris@SafetyDawg.com 1 905 973 7056 Keeping it Safety Dawg Simple! #trucksafety #truckinsurance #truckpodcast...
Aug 05, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 36
