IMPrint Issue 9 - IMP Group

IMP WINS GENERAL DYNAMICS
CHARITY SOFTBALL
Submitted By: Ian Hull
General Dynamics Canada held its inaugural charity softball
tournament in mid-September. The tournament consisted of eight
teams representing General Dynamics, Marriot Hotels, Canadian
Aviation Electronics, Atlantis Systems Eduplus, Canadian Corps of
Commissionaires and last but not least, IMP Aerospace.
We are proud to announce that IMP Aerospace won the tournament and
will be returning next year to defend the crown. Most importantly, we are
proud to say that the tournament raised $3,000 and collected numerous
boxes of food to go towards Laing House and Feed Nova Scotia.
IMP would like to send out huge congratulations to the true champions
of the day, Laing House and Feed Nova Scotia. We can’t wait to return
next year and help support those two wonderful organizations again.
Finally, thank you to GD Canada for organizing such a superb
tournament and providing a great day for all teams involved.
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EYE AND SIGHT HEALTH AND SAFETY
Submitted By: Sean Bedell
Every day in Canada about 200 people injure their eyes at work and about
1 in 20 will be serious enough to lose time from work. With proper eyewear,
at least 90 per cent of these injuries could be prevented. At IMP, eye
injuries consistently rank among our most frequent injuries and with 1 in 20
odds of a time-loss disability and possible longer term injury, we all should
take a moment to think about protecting our eyes and our sight.
Eye injuries are usually caused from flying objects, such as bits of metal,
glass or swarf from drilling and grinding; particles like sand or sawdust;
chemical splashes; and objects protruding from walls or hanging from
ceilings.
Following the established safety procedures is a great way to protect
ourselves. Assessing hazards in our workplace is also a key to eye safety.
Once hazards are known, look for ways to eliminate the hazards. If the
hazard can’t be eliminated, then we should ensure that we use the proper
eye protection to minimize the hazard as much as we can. We should also
take a minute to make sure we know where eyewash stations are located
and how to use them.
Some general guidelines to keep in mind when it comes to safety eyewear:
always wear protective eyewear specifically designed for the task.
wear your safety glasses even when you wear face shields or other
PPE – debris can get under the shield.
match the protection to the hazard: goggles that protect you from
dust may not protect you from chemical splashes.
clean lenses with water or a lens-cleaning solution to wash dirt
away, rather than scratching it into the lens.
make sure the equipment fits properly - snug but not uncomfortable.
inspect your eye wear for damage and replace it as necessary.
Eye safety is everyone’s responsibility. Take a few moments each day to
keep your eyes and sight healthy and safe.
1) Which department at IMP Aerospace is the proud new owner of
a handmade wooden sign
A - Purchasing
B - Engineering
C - Technical Publications
D - Human Resources
2) What trade did John Wayne retire from
A - Avionics Technician
B - Airframe Mechanic
C - Airframe Technician
D - Machinist
3) In what month of this year did we deliver the first of the re-winged
P3 aircraft to the Norwegian Air Force
A - January
B - July
C - August
D - December
4) What is Albert MacMullen’s role at IMP Aerostructures
A - HR Administrator
B - Receptionist
C - Production Supervisor
D - Director of Production
5) What is the combined number of years of experience at IMP
Aerostructures
A - 4,782.50
B - 3,479.99
C - 1,000,001.00
D - 7.01