JANUARY 2015 Editor: 14528 South Outer 40 Road, Suite 210, Chesterfield, MO 63017 Tandem Talk is a monthly publication for our valued clients and employees. This is the time of the year when we begin to tie up the old and prepare for the new. Planning for the new year is often seen as a time of rebirth, the chance to start anew. 40 to 50% of American adults make one or more resolutions each year. Those who explicitly make resolutions are 10 times more likely to attain their goals than people who don’t explicitly make resolutions. mily time with fa - Spend more ise erc Ex ar gul - Re t - Lose Weigh ng - Quit Smoki More - Enjoy Life debt - Get out of ething New - Learn Som ized - Get Organ - Help Others lash F s w e CPC N Among the top New Year’s resolutions are resolutions about weight loss, exercise, stop smoking, eating healthy, reducing stress and saving money. Make your list and try for things that will bring you a healthy and happy new year. CPC is happy to announce that Kenneth Kirtley has joined the CPC team in the Hurst, Texas office as a Safety Manager for the MidWest Division. Kenneth comes to us with 15+ years of experience in the transportation industry and will be working with our managers, drivers and client base in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana. Welcome Aboard! Hospira Fleet Operations in Pleasant Prairie, WI is shown accepting the NPTC 2014 All-Stars Award Album. The CPC ALL-Star Driver Steve Couch assigned to Hospira in Austin, TX is pictured in the Album. Pictured L to R: John Obereiner, Hospira Manager Fleet Operations and Andy Smith, Hospira OTR Fleet Manager. Top 10 Industry Concerns……..The American Transportation Research Institute recently released their annual report “Critical Issues for the Trucking Industry” siting the top 10 concerns in the trucking industry. These are: Hours-of-service regulations, Driver shortage, CSA, Driver retention, Electronic logging device mandate, Truck parking, Infrastructure funding, Driver health and wellness, Economy and Driver distraction. Reminder – All CDL drivers should be now providing the state with a copy of their new medical card whenever they renew their physical. CPC wants to thank everyone for participating in the Employee Safety Tip of the Month contest and making it a successful endeavor. December was the last month for the Employee Safety Tip and now each of the monthly winners will have their Safety Tip put into the pool for the final Safety Tip of the Year for a $500.00 gift card. Tim Ryan – May, Dennis Hagerty – June, Ronnie Malpass – July, Gary The winner will be announced in the February Tandem Talk issue. Peterson – August, Deby Melillo – September, Rene Conde – October, George Groller – November and Marcus Rios – December. While the winter weather varies across the country, regardless of where you live, you are likely to face some type of severe winter weather. Just remember to walk carefully on snowy and icy walkways and slow down when driving. 2 Tandem Talk January 2015 Divisional Drivers Of The Month EASTERN DIVISION Maryanne Pribulka has been selected as Driver of the Month for December 2014 for the Eastern Division. She has been assigned to True Value in Allentown, Pennsylvania since September 2002. Maryanne is a hard worker who performs her job without complaints day in and out. She practices safety in her daily routine with no preventable accidents. Maryanne always shares valuable information in anything she is participating in and represents CPC and True Value as a true professional driver. She is well deserving of this award. Timothy Sentz has been selected as Driver of the Month for December 2014 for the Eastern Division. He has been assigned to Benjamin Moore Com- pany in Orlando, Florida since May 1992. Tim has a good safety record, always on time and is always ready to go the extra mile in order to get the job done. He keeps his truck clean and in good working condition. Tim is a team player with a positive attitude and helps other drivers when needed in order for all to succeed. Tim’s commitment to his job and recognition as Driver of the Month is well deserved. WESTERN DIVISION Daryl Kahler has been selected as Driver of the Month for December 2014 for the Western Division assigned to Northwest Food Products in Volga, South Dakota since April 1996. Daryl is hard working with a perfect safety record, and has been a tremendous asset to the client especially when there has been a shortage of drivers. He always shows up on time, even in the winter storms of late and is very helpful in bringing new ideas to the table for the client. Daryl has a great attitude, helps train the new hires and has respect from his peers all of which makes him well deserving of the Driver of the Month award. James Bloodworth has been selected as Driver of the Month for December 2014 for the Western Division. He has been assigned to Walgreen Com- pany in Sweetwater, Texas since September, 2004. James is a good safe driver, preventable accident free who comes to work every day and gets the job done. He doesn’t complain about issues he runs into, but instead tries to solve the issues. Some of his suggestions have been implemented by the client fleet manager. James is deserving of the Driver of the Month award. CANADA DIVISION Umberto Inchima has been selected as Driver of the Month for December 2014 for the Canada Division. He has been assigned to Bridgestone in Mississauga, Ontario since March 2006. Umberto consistently proves himself to be a very dedicated and proactive employee. He is always willing to assist his fellow drivers, share his experience with them and constantly looks out for their wellbeing. He has also accumulated seven years of safe driving with no accidents or injuries. Umberto is very cooperative with Dispatch and always displays a “whatever it takes” attitude. He is a valuable member of the Bridgestone Mississauga team and so deserving of the award. CPC Safety Manager Tip of the Month……. Joe Cosenza Three Points of Contact Helps Prevent Falls Keep these factors in mind to help prevent injuries from falls: • • • • • • • • Never forget 3-point contact. Never close the trailer door by holding onto the door strap Never jump off a ladder or from the last step. Always look at the ground before stepping down. Be extra careful during adverse weather conditions. Inspect climbing surfaces for mud, ice, snow, grease or any other hazards. Never attempt to climb or descend with anything in your hands. Consider the use of warning decals or signs in the cab as a reminder of the 3-point contact. Never close the trailer door by holding onto the strap, because when it breaks, you fall. EMPLOYEE SAFETY TIP OF THE MONTH WINNER FOR DECEMBER This is the last month for the Employee Safety Tip of the Month contest and Congratulations go to: Marcus Rios… Marcus has been employed with CPC since July 2008 assigned to Walgreens Company and operates out of the San Antonio, Texas domicile. “When approaching an intersection, treat the green light as a yellow caution light. Always look both ways in case oncoming traffic does not stop.” Tandem Talk January 2015 3 DRIVER OF THE MONTH AWARD PRESENTATIONS GLEN MANNING assigned to John Deere Shared Services in Davenport, Iowa is shown with his Driver of the Month for October 2014 for the Western Division. SPECIAL RETIREMENT AWARD PRESENTATION RON DECKER assigned to John Deere in Grimsby, Ontario is shown receiving his Driver of the Month for September 2014 for the Canada Division. Pictured L to R: Rick Austin Grimsby Fleet Dispatch Coordinator, Ron Decker and Rick Voortman, Dispatch Coordinator. FRANKIE DILLARD assigned to Walgreen Company in Huntsville, Alabama is shown receiving his Driver of the Month for September 2014 for the Eastern Division. Pictured L to R: Frankie Dillard and Wayne Harrison CPC Regional Manager. SPECIAL RETIREMENT AWARD PRESENTATION GEORGE CRUZ assigned to Benjamin Moore Company in Orlando, Florida is shown receiving a special award for 10 years of safe driving Pictured L to R: Ronnie Chitty Benjamin Moore, George Cruz and Tom Shortlidge Benjanim Moore. CPC SPOTLIGHTS: JAMES ST JOHN assigned to John Deere Shared Services is retiring after 34 ½ years with the John Deere clients in Davenport, IA and Milan, IL. Jim’s career includes driving team and solo, delivering to the Deere dealership network in IA, IL, and IN. He also ran long haul throughout the Deere network and worked as a yard spotter for several years. Jim is a mentor to many of his co-workers and his vast experience and knowledge in the trucking industry has been valuable to CPC and to John Deere. CPC and John Deere wish the very best in Jim’s retirement, but we are also benefiting in Jim’s retirement because Jim has agreed to stay on as a casual driver. Pictured: James St John WALGREEN COMPANY IN CASA GRANDE, ARIZONA Special Thanks to Gonzalo Luna, Walgreens Fleet Manager at the Walgreens DC in Moreno Valley for the use of their equipment to support the local Casa Grande, AZ Walgreens Store Managers and for David Lloyd, CPC driver assigned to Walgreens in Eloy, AZ for putting the project together at the Christmas Electric Light Parade in Casa Grande, Arizona. “TEST YOUR TRUCK TRANSPORT KNOWLEDGE” 1) At almost 3,000 miles, I am the second longest Interstate? 2) The crankcase of a typical semi engine holds how many gallons of oil, compared to the crankcase of a typical car which holds 4-6 quarts of oil? 4 Tandem Talk January 2015 Recent CPC Safety Meetings UNITED PARCEL SERVICE OASIS SUPPLY CORPORATION- Vernon, CA – December 2, 2014 Front Row L to R: Karina Vasquez, Luis Villalobos, Jose Sanchez, Sandra Madrid, Miguel Garcia and Luis Calderon. Back Row L to R: Ramirio Flores, Carolina Ramirez, Victor Ramiro, Luis Fernandez and Larry Martinez. BRIDGESTONE AMERICAS TIRE COMPANY Woodridge, IL – December 12, 2014 Front Row L to R: Carl Millraney, John Bienemann, James Mooney, Rodrigo Nieto, James Volante and Ezard Stallworth. Back Row L to R: John Holland, Thomas Bonner, Thomas Sudberry, Lawrence Sullivan and David Grant. QUIK-X TRANSPORTATION Milwaukee, WI – October 22, 2014 BENJAMIN MOORE COMPANY Orlando, FL – November 22, 2014 Front Row L to R: Albert Zeamer, Gerald Cepon, Jan Pederson and Michael Thompson. Front Row L to R: Ronnie Chitty BM Assistant Lead/Transportation, Fernando Amor, George Cruz and Obed Perez. Back Row L to R: Tom Shortlidge BM/Distribution Center Mgr, Pedro Laracuente, Tim Sentz, Juan Garcia, Jose Zambrana and Ralph Garrabrant. WALGREEN COMPANY Jupiter, FL – December 8, 2014 Davenport, Cedar Falls and Walcott, IA – December 8, 2014 Front Row L to R: Albert Santiago, Robert Delapenha, Louis Gallina, Chris Davis and Carlos Aguilar. Back Row L to R: Jeffrey Kisabeth, Gordon Slater, Anthony McLean, Christian Arias, Jonathan Rolling and Daniel Gumer. Pendergrass, AL – November 24, 2014 Front Row L to R: Hakeem Long, Fred Adams and Billy Aitken. Back Row L to R: Steve Vickery, Kevin Hudson, Jermain Allen, Johnny Loggins and Justin Rodriguez. L to R: Ed Moore, Thomas Schmacht, Kevin Smith, Todd Nunemaker, Doug Berryman, Doug Boone, Denny Covey, Corey Larson and James Stice. Pendergrass, AL – November 24, 2014 Front Row L to R: James Henson, Barry Meacham and Regina Toufar. Back Row L to R: John Hicks, Lanier Jones, Kevin Batista and Darin James. BRIDGESTONE AMERICAS TIRE COMPANY Woodridge, IL – December 12, 2014 Front Row L to R: Caleb Centeno, Kenneth Lewis, Joseph Valenti, Thomas Szweda, Victor Donelson, Gamina Oliver and Felicia Lyons. Middle Row L to R: Jason Boyle, Frank Gilliam, Jeffrey Donelson, Leodis Thomas and Melvin Applewhite. Back Row L to R: Kenneth Zyk and Kevin Miller. WALGREEN COMPANY Jupiter, FL – December 8, 2014 Front Row L to R: Wikenson Talabert, Dennis Maldonado, Daniel Chamberlin, Doug Henry and Elias Karam. Back Row L to R: Richard Paul, Michael Schade and Antonio Carrion. Pendergrass, AL – November 24, 2014 Front Row L to R: Scott McRae, Chuck Patrick and Hector Guzman. Back Row L to R: Jeff Martin, Scott Laurich and Jeremy Summers. Pendergrass, AL – November 24, 2014 Front Row L to R: Wesley Long, Shane Page and Jason Savage. Back Row L to R: Walt Edwards, Chris Newton, Chad Samples and Curtis Boles. Tandem Talk January 2015 5 Highway to Health News Improve your health today! Sign up for Wellness Coaching Credit Card Savings Typical payment options are cash, credit or debit. Using debit or cash can help you stick to a budget because they limit your spending, but responsibly using a cash-back or rewards credit card can actually save you money. With cash-back cards you earn cash when you use the card. Typically We’ll help you: these cards give you 1 to 3 percent in reward money for the dollars • Set Goals and create action steps • Stay on track with motivation you spend, but some may give you a higher percentage for certain • Use tips and helpful resource like healthy recipes categories of purchases. and workout routines to meet your goals Rewards credit cards allow you to accumulate points when you use Go online for added support! your credit card. Points can be redeemed for a variety of items that Your confidential Website is packed with fun interactive tools: may include gift cards, plane tickets or other deals depending on your • Sign up for a Wellness Workshop or tutorial • Track healthy activities credit card offer. • Sign up for seasonal Wellness Campaigns to keep you focused. Sign Up for Wellness Coaching today! Remember – If you completed the Well- Although credit cards can be used to save money, remember to only use them if you know you can and will pay them off in full, or they will ness Program steps, qualified for a credit and are contacted by a Wellness Coach, you must complete the program to continue receiving the 2015 credit. end up costing you extra. Here are a few tips to make sure your credit card works for you: 888.493.5522 Web: HealthAdvocate.com/wellness Email: [email protected] • Don’t spend more just to earn cash back or reward points. • Pay your bill in full every month to avoid interest payments. • Label your cards with the purchase categories and rewards they offer. Do you want to get healthy? Maybe you want to lose weight, eat better, or quit tobacco? Just call to speak to a Wellness Coach. Then , by phone, email or instant message your coach will help you reach your health goals – and stay with you every step of the way! BY THE NUMBERS • Children spend an average of 7.5 hours a day in front of a screen (TV, computers, video games, and cell phones) • Less then 5 percent of adults participate in 30 minutes of physical activity each day. Source: President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition Technology to Move You Some people can find it challenging to find the enthusiasm to exercise. One solution may come in the form of technology that tracks or prompts your activity as well as the calories you consume. There are many tools – including fitness trackers, apps and email alerts that you can use to help motivate you to reach your fitness goals. Research shows that 150 minutes (2 hours and 30 Minutes) a week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity (such as brisk walking) consistently reduces the risk of many chronic diseases and other adverse health outcomes. Working out can help you: • Control weight; • Strengthen bones and muscles; and • Lower the risk for type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome, heart disease, and some cancers In addition, physically active people are less likely to show signs of depression. Exercise also can improve a depressed person’s mood. Potato Soup At the end of a cold winter day, enjoy this Hearty baked potato soup. Try adding diced, cooked chicken, turkey or ham to mix up the flavors. 2 tablespoons light buttery spread 1 small onion (chopped) 2 medium potatoes (baked, peeled and mashed) 3 cups prepared instant nonfat dry milk 1 can (about 14.5 ounces) low-sodium chicken broth 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese (shredded) Pinch of pepper, and salt to taste Melt light buttery spread in a large saucepot over medium heat and add chopped onion, stirring occasionally until onions are clear. Stir in potatoes, milk and broth; continue to stir until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in ½ cup cheese. Add pepper and salt to taste. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and serve. Yield 5 servings. Each serving provides 267 calories, 11g of fat, 28mg of cholesterol, 486mg of sodium and 1g of fiber. Source: USDA ROUTE AWAKENING: BEING A HEALTHY TRUCKER Exercise before driving the unique truck driver lifestyle Work out using your truck It takes something special to be a truck driver — character, toughness, and a healthy approach to life on the road. We’re betting you don’t need much help on the first 2, but we may be able to offer some healthy trucker tips to improve your routine you hadn’t considered. The long-haul truck driver lifestyle can be grueling at times. The extended solitude and unconventional schedule take their toll, sometimes leading to habits that hinder healthy living for truckers. In fact, findings from the CDC show that nearly 9 out of every 10 long-haul drivers have at least one risk factor (hypertension, obesity, or smoking addiction) for chronic disease. The good news is that just a few small healthy trucker tips are enough to greatly improve the happiness and long-term safety of these stalwarts of the road. healthy trucker tips Most folks taking long road trips notice their usual good habits — such as exercising and eating right — taking a vacation themselves. But once the trip is over, they jump back into their routine. No big deal. Truck driver exercise is crucial because of how sedentary the job can be. Knocking out some quick pushups and sit-ups when you roll out of bed, or going for a quick power walk are easy ways to get a boost of energy as you hit the road for the day. Many creative truck driver exercise ideas don’t even require leaving the truck! Doing dips between the driver and passenger seat, attaching a resistance band to the door, or heading to the cargo section for some wall sits are all simple possibilities in downtime when you’re not on the road. Socialize To combat loneliness and stress on the road, it’s important to socialize. Luckily, social media has made this easier than ever. Interacting on Facebook, Twitter, and other channels can help build relationships and make you a more content driver. (Save your interactions for when you’re not behind the wheel, of course.) You can also join a trucker group or make a point of calling family (instead of just texting). If all else fails, For truck drivers, however, these sorts of road trips are simply part of the truck driver lifestyle. That’s why it even listening to audio books is a nifty way to keep up the chatter. sometimes takes a bit of help (and creativity) to stick to good behaviors. Ditch the cigarettes Eat smart (and early) The truck driver diet has long consisted of diner and fast food. However, these sorts of (usually) greasy meals won’t make you feel too good behind the wheel, often leading to drowsiness, acid reflux, and heartburn. Many truckers pick up smoking as a means to simply keep occupied. As a result, roughly 54 percent of long-haul truckers are smokers, a huge number compared to the U.S. average. Not only does smoking lead to long-term health problems, but also poses a distracted-driving risk. We know quitting smoking doesn’t happen overnight (for most). But it’s definitely worth the effort for the To stay fresher on the road, consider packing your own meals in a cooler. Also, leading off your truck driver improvement it can have on truck driver safety and satisfaction. diet with high-protein breakfasts (eggs, granola, yogurt) and interspersing healthy snacks (swap those chips for almonds) can go a long way toward keeping you in better shape and spirits. The Safest Way to Unload Your Truck Truckers are most prone to musculoskeletal injuries while loading and unloading their truck; this is due to the strain that bending, lifting, and heavy items put on the body. Sprains, hernias, and even fractures can occur due to improper body mechanics. Other accidents can occur in and around the truck to bystanders and workers. Securing both the truck and the unloading area is crucial for safety reasons. Here are several ways you can improve your working body form and safely unload your truck each time: • Before unloading, perform a load risk assessment using your judgment. Check for items that aren’t secured or may be broken. Look for spillage or hazardous materials. Ensure the truck is parked in a safe place, and that you aren’t unloading in inclement weather. • Ensure the truck is on a level surface, parked, with the engine off. Keys should be out of the ignition. • Don your personal protective equipment, if necessary. These may include gloves, helmets, UV glasses, high visibility garments, wrist guards, steel-toed boots, long-sleeved shirts and pants, earplugs, and sunscreen. • Restrict personnel on foot from the loading zone to prevent accidents and confusion. • Ensure appropriate forklift and machinery equipment licensing and experience. • Check for adequate lighting and complete visibility. If possible, only work during daylight hours. • Use wheel chocks and other vehicle restraint devices. • Never lift anything heavier than 50 pounds without some kind of support or help. When lifting loads heavier than 50 pounds, use two or more people to lift the load. • • • • • • • • • • • Materials that must be manually lifted should be placed at “power zone” height, about mid-thigh to mid-chest. Maintain neutral and straight spine alignment whenever possible. Usually, bending at the knees, not the waist, will help maintain proper spine alignment. Move items close to your body and use your legs when lifting an item from a low location. Avoid twisting, especially when bending forward while lifting. Turn by moving the feet, rather than twisting the torso. Keep your elbows close to your body and keep the load as close to your body as possible. Keep the vertical distance of lifts between mid-thigh and shoulder height. Do not start a lift below mid-thigh height nor end the lift above shoulder height. Lifting from below waist height puts stress on legs, knees, and back. Lifting above shoulder height puts stress on the upper back, shoulders, and arms. Utilize proper handholds, including handles, slots, or holes, with enough room to accommodate gloved hands. Break down loads into smaller units and carry one in each hand to equalize loads. Use buckets with handles, or similar devices, to carry loose items. Use pallet jacks and hand trucks to transport heavy items. Utilize load bars, vertical supports, and load straps to secure loads. Take regular breaks and break tasks into shorter segments. This will give muscles adequate time to rest. Tandem Talk ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 1 6 14 16 19 27 ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Check out the Company Store on the CPC website for good quality CPC logo apparel…www.callcpc.com Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Answers to the December Trivia of the Month: Nine, The Revolutionary War, Centimeters. ? ? ? 37 YEARS Erdman Jr, Arthur ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 23 YEARS Marks, Melvin ? ? 22 YEARS Stone, Larry ? are left wondering if having drivers, for example, over the age of 70 or 75, is a perceived risk they need to eliminate. A company cannot use the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) as an excuse to discharge an older driver. FMCSA only addresses age on the other end of the spectrum – the driver must be at least 21 years of age. As long as the driver has an active license for the vehicle in which he or she is required to operate and passes the driver physical exam, the FMCSA has no qualms about the driver’s age. ? ? ? ? 19 YEARS Wright, John Zamagni, Steven ? ? is employee’s ? . . . Age to retire ? Did You Know decision, not ? employer’s. ? ? ? ? ? ? ? As the American workforce continues age, some companies ? ? 2 YEARS Cummings, Enrico 9 YEARS Diaz, Angel Masterson, Douglas Gonzales, James Nametz, Greg Kornbau, Kevin 10 YEARS Mackay, Andrew Brock, Raymond Mitcheli, Daniel Polito, Robert Reinert, Jarrod 11 YEARS Castillo, James Rodriguez, Fernando Fox, Steven Gloss, James 3 YEARS Rivera, Roberto Chunis Jr, Joseph Ryle, Samuel Givler, Brant Renno, Jason 12 YEARS Clarke, Garnet 4 YEARS Wieland, James Serrano Mills, Heriberto Valdez, Raynaldo 13 YEARS Rawlins, Steve 5 YEARS Armendo, Michael 17 YEARS Beverly, Scott Paine, Thomas Detorio, Ronald O’Reilly, Ronald 18 YEARS Porter, Kevin Derderian Jr, Robert Ruiz, Ramiro 6 YEARS Gajewski, Steven Good Jr, Donald Hall, Randy Landerville, Mitchell Mazzuchelli, Paul Moore, Rhett Nieves, Miguel Whatley, Lonnie “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy” .......... Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 8 YEARS Borrero, Ricardo Moran, Kenneth Neff, Phillip Paulino, Johanne ? 7 YEARS Brown, Robert Burch, James Perez, Edwin Perry, Brian Rivera, Raymond ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 1 YEAR Cabrera, Robert Evans, Harry Jimenez, Miguel McCloskey, William Rollins, Bruce Roth, Justin Savignano, Harold Smith, Ulysses Smith, Wesley Williams, Dwayne Additional Safety and Awards Meetings attended recently by our drivers are listed below by client, location and date: WALGREEN COMPANY Sioux Falls, SD November 9, 2014 WALGREEN COMPANY Rochester, MN November 10, 2014 ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Safety Awards January 2015 ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 6 ? Dates To Note: JANUARY New Years Day Epiphany Revolutionary War Ended (1784) Operation Desert Storm began (1991) Martin Luther King Jr Day Vietnam Peace Accord Signed (1973) Answers to Test your Truck Knowledge: 1) I-80, stretches 2,899 miles from San Francisco, CA to Teaneck NJ. 2) 15 or more gallons of oil. January 2015 is observed as: National Mentoring Month National Glaucoma Awareness National Blood Donor Month Birth Defects Prevention Month Cervical Health Awareness Month Human Trafficking Awareness
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