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so I was exposed to it. I started learning about the field and eventually
became trained in it. I knew this was the field for me from
that moment on.”
Frolick served as the safety manager for a local cartage company
before moving onto TransPro Freight Systems, part of the
Kriska Transportation Group (KTG), where he has been director
of safety and compliance for the past 16 years.
“It was a good choice, choosing TransPro,” he said. “They
have supported me throughout my safety career no matter what.”
In his role, Frolick oversees the entire safety department, ensures
the truck drivers are compliant, conducts training, and
more.
“I find joy in teaching people safety. Teaching them, seeing
them learn, and seeing them succeed makes me happy in a way
that I can’t describe in words,” he said. “When they succeed, it
lets me know that I am teaching the way I should.”
When asked if he’s always in “super safety mode” with his family
and friends, he laughed.
“Unfortunately, yes, I am,” he admitted. “But I feel safety is a
way of life. It’s my job to ensure everything is as safe as possible
to prevent any accidents. I have to be forward-thinking.”
The legacy Frolick wants to leave behind is that he made a
difference.
“I want people to know that I was here, and I was in (safety)
for all people,” he said. “Understand that safety is not overrated.
It’s there for a reason.”
He encourages other safety-minded individuals to offer guidance
and mentoring to others so they can continue safely along
their career path.
“Also, remember that your life is stress-free when you play by
the rules,” he said.
Frolick says he was nominated for TCA’s Safety Professional
of the Year award for 2022 but only made it to the second round.
“I was asked about being nominated last year, which I was
happy to hear. I made it to the second round of the three-round
process,” he said. “When I learned I won this year, I was excited,
amazed, and overwhelmed — but I was also honored to win.”
Frolick has played key roles in numerous councils and committees
over the years and currently serves on the Board of Directors Executive
Committee for the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association.
“We at KTG, and specifically TransPro are extremely proud of
Mike and for his accomplishment,” said Mark Seymour, president
and CEO of KTG. “Mike epitomizes what this recognition highlights.
His loyalty and commitment to the craft has been unwavering
for years. We consider ourselves winners too as we have
Mike on our team. Congratulations Mike.”
Through his outstanding leadership and unwavering commitment
to safety, Frolick has left a lasting impact on the transportation
industry, ensuring the well-being of drivers and promoting a
culture of safety within organizations.
“TCA is delighted that Michael Frolick is our 2023 Safety Professional
of the Year,” said TCA President Jim Ward. “He represents
exactly what safety in trucking should be — well-rounded
and forward-thinking approaches to driver training and coaching,
equipped with a reservoir of experience and insight. This award is
a great reminder to thank all of our industry’s safety professionals,
like Michael, who work tirelessly to protect the wellbeing of
drivers on our roadways.”
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