Hi-Way 9 November 2012 Newsletter

October 12, 2012 Volume 12 & Issue 10Money for Team 91. Weigh-IT $220,572.862. Pro Miles $12,709.143. Admin 42 $2,700.004. Pro Tech $3,000.005. Fuel Whopper $0.00Total $238,982.00How can you make it happen?*Team 9 member must be inattendance of 2012 Hi-Way 9Annual Christmas Party andAwards CelebrationThat’s it. That’s all.WHO will be the winner?Money WastedA. Claims / Cancelled $18,320.39B. Misdirects $10,800.00C. Undelivered $1,020.00D. Admin 42 $0.00E. Fuel Whopper $14,000.00F. Non reported R&M $0.00G. Vehicle Claims $26,065.67Total Wasted $59,541.06Saturday, December 1st3310 50 Ave, SHERATON, Red DeerDrinks @ 5:00Supper @ 6:00AwardsMusic @ 9:00Luncheon @ 11:00Enjoy great food, great company, andhelp recognize the best of team 9!ARE YOU READY TO START YOUR DAY$15.00 per person/ payroll deductionSign up required by Nov 26/12Dates of trip within agreeable parameter of Hi-Way 9 Group of Companies.-Remember Alberta winters are harsh always make sure you have proper clothing.This should include; a winter jacket, warm gloves, warm head gear and wintergrade steel toe boots.-It’s a good idea to take extra clothing like socks; dry gloves an extra toque andextra shirts or sweaters. You never know when you may get stranded. Throw anenergy bar and bottle of water in the same bag!-Being in good physical condition and having had enough rest is always a good start to anyone’s day.-You should always do a complete pre and post trip in every season. Be sure all your wheels turn. Double checkthat 5 th wheel.-Drive for road conditions, remember it will probably take you a little longer to get where you are going on those bad weather days. Stayalert leave lots of room between you and the other guy. Your unit will need more room to stop, don’t overdrive for the conditions.DONT TALK ON YOUR CELL PHONE WHEN DRIVING.-We want you to be safe, your family wants you safe and back home at the end of every day!-Don’t forget your day is not over until your post trip is finished. Is everything turned off (don’t forget the radio) and the truck plugged in?Heather Colberg, director of Hi-Way 9 Group of Companies,was recently honoured with the Queen’s DiamondJubilee Medal for her strong support in her local community,Drumheller having been nominated by her Mayor,Terry Yemen, Heather was placed in the position shedoes not care to take-public recognition for her hard workand volunteerism.But Heather was soon to find out that her service to theDrumheller Valley has not gone unnoticed. She wasnamed the 2010 Citizen of the year. Her service is varied;from involvement with local sports teams to supportingRotary endeavours and the Morgan Jayne Project. Abouthalf-dozen years ago she took over as the organizer ofthe annual Christmas Food Drive for the local food bank.With her leadership skills she is able to motivate dozensof volunteers to canvass Drumheller and surrounding communitiesto replenish shelves of the food bank for Christmasand beyond.A couple years ago, recognizing the need throughout theyear for support of the Food Bank, she began Stuff theBus. This has become a successful endeavour in its ownright.Heather’s prominent example is not kept at her community’sdoor. Within the Group of Companies, she has led astrong administration Team to tackle, and far-exceed targetsand customer service to a level no business unitcould perceive. And perhaps even more importantly,Heather sees the company as more than a corporation,but her insight allows her to value and appreciate theTeam that builds such a company. Programs such as conflictmanagement and time management, employeefeedback in “the dumbest thing you do in a day”, andeven quotes that randomly show up on Team 9’s computersreminding them of the true importance and perspectivefor things in life-has become Heather’s passionand focus.Heather Colberg will be leaving the Hi-Way 9 Groupof Companies at the end of 2012. Her decision hasbeen made following her personal direction of priorities-familyand individual growth. After 32 years, thiswill be the first time she will initially be a stay-at-homemom. It will be interesting to watch how she tacklesthis, piano playing and writing a book, with the samecommitment and care as she has invested in Team 9.Nothing but amazing things are sure to happen.Thank-you Heather, for your example, your dedication,and showing to your Team...you care.Heather Colberg (right) receiving herJubilee Medal for Community Service.The Carriers That Care!

Team 9 Hero & The ChallengeJust for Team 9 & BirthdaysDWIGHT WALTERTeam 9 EdmontonDwight Walter started out with Hi-Way 9 as the Camrose to Edmontonhighway driver. From day one Dwight was always courteous,considerate and willing to help out whenever needed.He gives 100% everyday and is always ready to rise to anychallenge that is put forth. He has since transferred to the Edmontondepot as a nighttime floater, highway driver.Any challenge or opportunity that has been thrown at Dwight, hehas risen to and excelled at the task. Dwight has gone anywherefromLethbridge to Kerrobert-at the drop of a hat’s notice .Dwight consistently shows a positive attitude, is always in uniform,clean, and tidy. He is continually helping dispatch or his fellowtruck drivers .Dwight Walter has been a phenomenal asset to the nighttimedispatch, as well as Hi-Way 9 in general . Thank-you Dwight.What is the Team 9 Challenge? Heather Colberg, director of Hi-Way 9, has challenged every Team 9 member to do one hour orone good thing a month or volunteer to one event for 12 hours to cover your year and send an email to Sylvia at sylviakirk@hi-way.com(or a note in the mail to the Drumheller office) and let her know what you did to do your part. She is having a column each month and yourcause will be highlighted.-if you believe enough to spend your time & efforts, create some awareness!With approximately 500 team members in all the divisions under the Hi-Way 9 Group of Companies, if everyone gives one hour per monthdivided by 24 hours, it would be 225 DAYS PER YEAR THE HI-WAY 9 TEAM WOULD BE VOLUNTEERING.WOULD THAT NOT BE WONDERFUL?!?STARS is a non-profit charitable organizationwhose funding needs are met through private donationsreceived from individuals, service groups,businesses and corporations, and through collaborativeaffiliation agreements with Alberta Health Services.Operating from Calgary since 1985, Albertansare not billed by STARS for care and transportin the helicopter. Mike Shilson of Calgary & hiswife have recognized the value of this service, andare selling calendars to help raise funds, with 100%of the proceeds going towards “Keeping STARS inthe Sky”. You may contact Mike at the Calgaryterminal or email him at mikeshilson@hiway9.com.Calendars are $30 each. Please pay by cash orcheque payable to “Stars foundation”.Mike ShilsonSTARS Stats: *In 2009, STARS flew 1,368 missions in Alberta. By 2011, the number grew to 1,655 — an increase of 31.5 per cent.*STARS, which was founded in 1985, has a total operating budget of approximately $60 million; $31.5 million in Alberta.*Traditionally, as much as 75 per cent of STARS’ budget has come through donations or fundraising projects, such as calendar sales andits annual lottery.5 YearsPedro Magnaye11/05/2007Lorraine Woodruff11/12/200710 yearsAaron Rode11/04/2002Virginia Duncan11/05/2002Vance Rigel11/13/2002Congratulations to theseTeam 9 members for yournotable milestone!Your care andcommitment are commendable.NOVEMBER DECEMBER15 PAIGE TAYLOR 1 TAYLOR COLBERG15 KIRK BRENNAN 1 DAVID HARTY15 ERIC DOUCET 2 MICHAEL KELLEY15 JENNIFER ESTELL 2 DON ELDRIDGE15 PRANESH KUMAR 2 MARC LAURENCE16 DEBBIE BERTSCH 3 CHRIS HUGHES17 DEAN KOHUT 4 RICHARD NADEAU17 JASON DAVIS 4 ALEX SABOURIN17 KEN BURDICK 5 JENNIFER HORBACH18 DARRYL CARAVAN 5 LOUIS DESJARLAIS19 JESSICA BELL 5 RYAN HESSE20 CAMERON ZYLSTRA 6 ROY STEL20 JASON SMITH 6 CHARLES DONCASTER20 CYNTHIA LUDDINGTON 6 RAYMOND BELMORE21 MICHAEL STUART 6 MIKE KEATING22 AARON ULRICK 7 BRYAN JOSEPHSON23 BRIAN WHITE 7 JAMES TAYLOR23 JASON LUTE 8 TODD REED23 JAMES JIN 8 BART GREENWAY24 CHELSEY FRIESEN 9 REISE MCMANUS25 CHARLES BOWN 10 GERRY FUERSTENBERG25 HENRY NIKULSKI 10 DYLAN MASTERSON25 CHRIS KELLEY 10 TAYTUM WATTS26 MICKEY KAYE (THOMSEN) 11 YVONNE DEMEESTER26 ISABELLA NETTNAY 11 SARA SELENA MCALLISTER27 JACKIE TKACHUK 11 JAYDEN CRIBB-STUCKEY27 NAOMI PORTER 12 MAGGIE BEST27 JIM SPYCHER 13 HALLE ROBINSON28 AUSTIN MORRILL 13 MARCEL BELLY29 LARRY WATTENBARGER 13 JASON FIDDLER30 BUDDIKA HALELLA 13 BRANDON BAY-SAUVEHEALTH COVERAGE AFTER 65?GWL (Great West Life) health coverage is available for the employeeand dependants until age 70.At age 65 you must still apply for Alberta Blue Cross seniorsbenefits. Your prescriptions are covered first by Blue Cross thenGWL will pay the difference that Blue Cross doesn’t pay.You do continue with 100% coverage for prescriptionsbut you need to be enrolled with Blue Cross afterMovember's primary objective is to raise awareness and funds for all men'shealth issues, but most specifically prostate cancer and male mental health. We wanteveryone to know that prostate cancer is highly curable if caught in its early stages, soMovember aims to increase early detection, diagnosis and effective treatment. Thiswill ultimately reduce the number of deaths from cancer. Mental health issues impactmales across all age groups, socioeconomic sectors, geographies and ethnicities. Thereis a significant need to address awareness, risk assessment, access to care, treatmentsand the impact on surrounding family, friends and society.• The average life expectancy for men is four to five years less than women.• 1 in 4 Canadians are expected to die from cancer.• 1 in 7 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.• 1 in 4 cancer patients experience clinical depression• Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in Canadian males betweenthe ages of 15 and 29.• Tobacco is the single most preventable cause of cancer in Canada, responsiblefor over 37,000 death annually.• 1 in every 11 men will develop lung cancer.• While not as common, men can get breast cancer. About 200 new cases ofbreast cancer will be diagnosed among men and about 55 men will die from thedisease.• More than 75,000 cases of non-melanoma skin cancer are diagnosed eachyear in Canada.• An estimated 6.6% of the population over the age of 20 has diabetes inCanada.• Approximately 6 million Canadian adults have high blood pressure,representing 19% of the adult population; 17% are unaware of their condition.Even 30 year olds can have high blood pressure!• 1 in 5 of Canadians will personally experience a mental illness each yearFour times as many men commit suicide compared with women.The reasons for the poor state of men’s health in the Canada and aroundthe world are numerous and complex and this is primarily due to a lackof awareness of the health issues men face. This can largely be attributedto the reluctance of men to openly discussing thesubject due to longstanding traditions, coupled with an‘it’ll be alright’ attitude. Men are less likely to scheduledoctor appointments for an annual physical, unless theyfeel ill, thereby denying themselves the chance of earlydetection and effective treatment of common diseases.They are less likely to learn about their healthrisks and family history of illness.The Carriers That Care!The Carriers That Care!

Safety, Accident Report & Prevention TipsUnique, New Team 9 Members & MoreJerry’sSafety CornerFor YOUR Sake…For YOUR Safety!Jerry AllenDirector of Safety & ComplianceHI-WAY 9 CARRIER PROFILE PERFORMANCE-3rd QuarterIncludes a history of convictions, inspections, and collisions provided to Alberta Transportation by Law enforcement.The profile is used to identify carriers that pose an unacceptable risk to the publicCVSA Quarter 3 -(Hi-Way 9, Streamline & Loadway)DATE CVSA DETAIL UNIT #27-Sep-12 Out of Service- license plate, lighting, air leak 220418-Sep-12 Requires Attention- DG Training Card 224530-Aug-12 CVSA Pass 220429-Aug-12 Requires Attention- hours of service 203821-Aug-12 CVSA Pass 228114-Aug-12 Requires Attention- brake systems 20379-Aug-12 Requires Attention- driver credentials & lighting devices 112512-Jul-12 CVSA PassLW220110-Jul-12 Requires Attention- hours of service & brake systems 2040 / 77465-Jul-12 CVSA Pass 2034CONVICTIONS Quarter 3 -(Hi-Way 9, Streamline & Loadway)DATE CONVICTION DETAIL UNIT #20-Sep-12 Speeding 110131-Aug-12 Parking Ticket 228520-Aug-12 Overload, gross or axle (oversize/overweight)LW22119-Aug-12 Deflated Air Bags 2291 / 7438-Aug-12 Red Light Ticket 22343-Aug-12 Speeding 22231-Aug-12 Failure to back up safely 2228 / 77075-Jul-12 Driver not wearing seat belt 2034EdmontonNo one pretends that October 31st is just aregular work day. Why would they, when youcan go to work and play “dress up”.From zombies to bumble bees, witches topirates, Team 9 livened up their work environmentwith all kinds of fun.Never forgetting the always-present candyand fun atmosphere, each terminal celebratedthe day with laughter and amusement.Thanks Team. Don’t ever get too “old” togrow up.Accident Report October 2012Darrell KohutVice President, Operations/MaintenanceRed DeerCalgaryDate Location Incident EstimatedOct 1,2012 Calgary Driver was making delivery, hit a curb and damaged bumper and radiator on truck $3,179.47Oct 3,2012 Calgary Driver was hit on rear corner by TP driver 0Oct 2,2012 Edmonton Deckway driver in Grimshaw yard and sideswiped lease operator $5,000.00Oct 10,2012 Calgary Driver was making a delivery and backed into a post office van (incident ocurred Sept was late reported) $3,000Oct 20,2012 Brooks Driver was entering yard and slid into gate and fence at customer site $3,500Oct 22,2012 Drayton Valley Driver was passing vehicle in alley and rubbed along a parked vehicle there. $186.20Oct 23,2012 Calgary Shipper was loading trailer and hit overhead door. Shipper to pay for damages $200.00Oct 23,2012 Red Deer Driver was making turn on crowded street and hit against side of vehicle waiting for traffic $2,000.00Oct 24,2012 Calgary Driver was making delivery and slid into ditch, accident caused damage to fan and radiator $2,500.00Oct 24,2012 Red Deer Driver was on hwy 2 and load was not secured correctly, some product fell off and damaged a vehicle $3,000Oct 23,2012 Calgary Driver was making turn and swing of truck damaged a mirror on vehicle beside him $1,000Oct 29,2012 Edmonton Driver was backing into delivery site and struck a container chassis parked in yard $5,000We had a less than great October as far as vehicle claims. It looks to me like we are trying to rush and not taking time in traffic.Lets take time and allow traffic the right of way and we can eliminate 50% of these incidents. We know dispatch may alwaysseem in a hurry, yet what time are we gaining if we have to stop and do paperwork at an accident scene?John Deere “Dealer Transfers”When a dealer has a transfer that is going to a consignee other then John Deere Regina, there are afew steps that are needed to make sure this transfers smoothly1) When driver is picking up, Dealer must supply the John Deere BOL that has the RGA numberon it.2) If there is no John Deere BOL we must let Dealer know that this will have to be done beforewe can pick this up.3) JIT will then let us know where they want this transferred and which interline a depot totransfer through.If these steps are not followed then we have freight on our docks and have no idea where andhow to send this to the consignee.Cassandra ChapmanDrumheller OS&DCLAIMSNAME TERMINAL POSITIONDAVID GIBSON CALGARY DRIVEROLIVER TREMAYNE CALGARY DISTRIBUTIONCLINT OAKMANDRUMHELLER DRIVERMYRNA GAMBOADRUMHELLER CLEANINGALEXANDER SABAURIN EDMONTON DISTRIBUTIONCOLIN MACKENZIE EDMONTON DISTRIBUTIONJASIM AHMAD EDMONTON MAINTENANCEJESSICA REDMOND EDMONTON DRIVERLANCE MELNICK EDMONTON DISTRIBUTIONNICHOLE QUESSY EDMONTON ADMINYOUZHONG JIN EDMONTON DRIVERANTHONY GAGNON-HUDSON RED DEER DISTRIBUTIONCHET PAQUET RED DEER DISTRIBUTIONDAVID SAUVE RED DEER DRIVERJASON ELLSWORTH RED DEER DRIVERLATEISHA MCALLISTER RED DEER ADMINRYAN BRAZEAU RED DEER DISTRIBUTIONAMY GILES STETTLER DRIVERBruce Dudley-from Load-Way driver toDeck-Way dispatcherPaul Johnson-from Class 5 Body job toClass 1 in townSubmitted by:Lareina JacquesHaeley’s Favourite to make ☺Super easy brownies.1 1/3c flour1 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp salt1 c butter1 c cocoa2 c sugar4 eggs1 1/2 tsp vanilla1c chopped nutsStir together flour, baking powder and salt in small bowl.Melt butter in large sauce pan. Remove from heat stir incocoa. Blend in sugar eggs and vanilla; blend in dry ingredientsand nuts. Pour batter into greased 13x9x2 bakingpan. Bake in preheated 350F oven 30 -35 mins or untildone. Cool and serve.The Carriers That Care! The Carriers That Care!

PrideThink Positive & Who’s WhoFocus on the Positives!Some Quality Achievements Received- “Going the Extra Mile”Darcy RadkeDennis SchockKarim ZidouneMike CurtisStu VenoThomas KutranaPrem ChandLou HaroldPRIDE.A clean unit and uniformspeaks morethan any speech thatcan be given.It speaks not only ofthe company that hasstandards to be met,but also is a walking,moving bill board ofthe Team that worksfor such a company.Dedication, care,character, PRIDE.Anyone can show upto work. But it’s thosethat go beyond, takethe extra step to showPRIDE, that makesTeam 9 stand farabove and beyondtheir competitors.C o n g r a t u l a t i o n s ,Vance Rigel. Yourunit looks great-andyou are recognized asthis month’s pridewinner. You will bereceiving a new jacketfor this honor.Thank-you for yourcare and commitment.Jason Sabean –Red Deer-Jason you have with no noticeheld our night team down for the last 2 days. I really appreciatedthis and would like you to know it doesn’t go unnoticed.It is nice to know you are willing and able to step up to theplate when needed. Thank-you Jason.Kelly Woods –Drumheller-Thanks for the extra effortsboosting our weigh it number. Last night we far exceeded ourdollar target gaining $695.56. Keep up the great job. It is apleasure having you be part of our Team. Keep up the greatjob.Mike Curtis –Medicine Hat-With everything that has happenedthis week, from snow, late freight, slippery roads,grumpy customers-you have kept a positive attitude and havemade sure your job has been done correct and safe.Kim Cryer –Red Deer-Kim as we go through growing painsand adjust here in the office...you are always one to step up,work extra hours and help in training of new employees! Thisdoes not go unnoticed!Brian White –Calgary-Cindy from Costco heritage had toldus that you are a great driver and are appreciated there anddo a great job there. Customer compliments are awesome tohear. Keep up the good work.Name:BrandonBundschuhAge: 21 yearsDean Morrill –Drayton Valley– Dean Morril has been agreat help in moving equipment from Drayton Valley to Edmonton.Drayton is a tough location when it comes to gettingextra equipment out and Dean is always working as a teamplayer and doing all that he is able to help out the team. Driverslike Dean are the quality people we have working for us.Always helping when he can and always is ready to do whatneeded to be done. Thank you for the amazing work youhave done, Dean.Marie Hirsch –Drumheller–A big thank you for always helpingout and filling in whenever needed. With Dorothy on holidaysand Lorraine off on Monday you kept us up and running!Your willingness to help and with a smile on your face suremakes everyone’s days easier! Keep up the great work, youare a pleasure to have in this office!!Glen Huntley –Red Deer–As always Glen you came to theplate when needed to cover other line runs. Over the last 2weeks you not only covered Lacombe but then went on tocover Innisfail the following week. It is employees like youthat make us a better team. Thank you BIG time!James Benjamin –Red Deer–James has continually provenhimself to be dependable, reliable, ’steady eddy’. He is punctual,professional and never hesitates to offer suggestions tothe team that help to improve productivity and operations.Name:IvanBryantKim WeberIvan BryantVance RigelTony Green Curtis Hok Jim MillerOriginal Start Date: November 2011Current Position: Brooks DistributionP&D Body job DriverTeam 9 warm & fuzzies:-Likes the team atmosphere-Enjoys the job dutiesAccolades: -Always has a smile-Will always ask if there is anything else that needs to bedoneAge: 59 yearsOriginal Start Date with Team 9: September 2001Current Position: Load-Way Long haul DriverHistory with Team 9: Calgary DriverTeam 9 warm & fuzzies: -Meeting new customers andfacing the challenges that arise in travelling in BC andWashingtonAccolades: -Reliable-Experienced-Has built great relationships with our customersThe Carriers That Care! The Carriers That Care!