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Issue 2302

The Voice of the Ontario Tire Dealer Since 1955

Inside this Issue Combustibles Storage Naloxone In The Workplace Shop Safety

Editor: Adam Moffatt President: Charley Kriksic

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Please take note to use the correct address as listed below Main Office 4 Oakwood Drive Port Dover, Ont N0A 1N4 P: 289-887-4046 E: amoffatt@otda.com W: www.otda.com

Billing Office Ontario Tire Dealers Association 5-4104 Fairview St. Suite 312 Burlington, ON L7L 4Y8

Printer Barney Printing 1001 Dundas St. Woodstock, Ont N4S 1H5 P: 519-537-5596 1-866-534-0004 F: 519-537-8209 E: info@barneyprinting.com W: www.barneyprinting.com

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T H A Y N O K U

President’s Message OTDA Members and Directors OTDA Winter Conference 2024 The Test Drive OTDA 2022 Golf Classic Charity Donations Keep the Planet and Yourself Safe!

Treadlines Advertise With Us! Wheel Nut Torquing OTDA Throwback Tech Talk Safety Corner OTDA 3 rd Quarter ATS Training Schedule Safe Storage & Disposal: Combustible Waste Material Meet the Vendors - Elavon Classifieds

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Tire Recycling Ontario

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“YOUR STRENGTH IS IN OUR NUMBERS” The OTDA is recognized by industry and government as the representative body of the Independent Tire Dealers of Ontario.

New Member In The Shop Auto Repairs and Sales McCullough's Tirecraft RSK Automotive TIRECRAFT Hamilton Timmins Tirecraft TIRECRAFT Thunder Bay Vaughan Steeles Tirecraft King Auto Action Automotive Meadowvale Auto Repair Specialists

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President ......................................... Charley Kriksic .....................Consumers Tire Vice President ................................. Harold Boake ........................Steelecase Tire Treasurer .......................................... Glenn Warnica ......................OTDA Secretary .......................................... Rejean Murray ......................O.K. Tire Service (Val-Rita) Member Benefits ............................. Alexa Labrecque ...................Provincial Tire Distributors Health & Safety ................................ Bruce Barnim ........................Tirecraft Ontario OTDA Director ................................. Charmaine Carvalho .............Chloride Canada Board Development ........................ Don Frisby ............................Frisby Tire Co. Environment .................................... Eric Gilbert ...........................Ericway Tire Education & Training ...................... Jim Taleporos .......................Midas Canada Inc. Marketing/Promotions/Events ....... Ron Spiewak ........................O.K. Tire Cobourg Executive Director .......................... Adam Moffatt ........................OTDA

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The Quebec Minister of Finance, Eric Girard, made the announcement during the presentation of his budget.

The government announcement, which is expected to raise $64.6 million over the next five.

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The only exception is for drivers visiting from an out-of-town province or is a resident of northern Ontario. They can be used for no more than 30 days.

OPP Const. Conrad Vitalis said in a video that the commercial truck lost control after making contact with the flying wheel and crashed into the centre median ditch of the highway.

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The crash happened in the eastbound lanes of Highway 403 between Maple Ave. and Bishopsgate Rd., west of Brantford.

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Advice for you and your business

Wheel Nut Torquing When wheels become detached from moving vehicles, it can result in accidents, injuries or even death.

Improper or unchecked torquing of wheel nuts are the most common causes for these types of claims.

When wheel nuts are over-torqued, studs can become stretched and eventually break. Rims can also crack as a result of over-torquing. In both cases, excess force is placed on the remaining wheel nuts and studs, which weakens them and causes them to break, resulting in a detached wheel.

Sample customer invoice wording: “Your wheel nuts have been torqued to manufacturer’s speci昀cations.

Wheel nut tightness should be checked at 80 kilometres of driving.”

Under-torquing can be just as serious, as it can lead to the wheel nuts being loosened easily under much less force. Again, the result can be a detached wheel.

To help prevent claims and ensuing lawsuits, be sure to torque the wheel nuts to the manufacturer’s speci昀cations and advise the customer to return for a follow-up appointment.

There are some products on the market that can provide assistance by either alerting when a wheel nut has lost torque, or preventing the wheel nuts from backing off.

However, proper torquing by a quali昀ed technician can be the best preventative measure. When the wheel nuts have been removed for tire repair or replacement, it’s essential that the wheel nuts be torqued to the manufacturer’s speci昀cations.

Federated Insurance We believe that knowing your business matters. With industry-speci昀c expertise and decades of experience, we can provide valuable insights, consulting and training to help keep your business safe.

But your obligation should not end there. Wheel nut tightness should be checked after a certain period of use, usually 80 kilometres. The customer should be made aware of this requirement and be advised to return for a follow-up appointment. Should a lawsuit arise, keeping the documentation indicating that you advised the customer accordingly could help. Many businesses record this information directly on the customer’s invoice.

• We specialize in your market and work with you directly • 100% Canadian-owned • Insuring companies for almost a century • Member of the Fairfax family • Endorsed by more than 50 trade associations

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We are RPRA registered Collectors, Haulers, and Processors. By independently processing our tires, we can provide reliable services all year round.

Work with registered Producer Responsibility Organizations like eTracks and Ryse Solutions to meet your compliance requirements.

By developing our own tracking software, Emterra electronically reports collections to conform to regulations in a timely manner and avoid RPRA audits.

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Naloxone in the Workplace Actions to raise addictions awareness, reduce stigma and save lives.

Effective June 1, 2023, workplaces at risk of a worker opioid overdose will be required to have at least one naloxone kit available onsite and have staff trained in its use, as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act amendment introduced in April 2022 (Sec. 25.2).

An associated regulation, Naloxone Kits (O. Reg. 559/22) also comes into effect, which prescribes the contents of a naloxone kit, and sets out additional requirements related to the provision and maintenance of naloxone kits.

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Naloxone (pronounced na-LOX-own) is a drug that can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Opioids are drugs that are prescribed by a medical practitioner to treat pain. However, opioids are also used recreationally. Some commonly used opioids include: • • • • • •

morphine heroin oxycodone fentanyl codeine hydromorphone

While opioids can be an effective part of pain management for medically supervised patients, opioid addiction and overdose is a significant challenge in Ontario.

Naloxone only reverses overdoses from opioids. It will not reverse overdoses from other kinds of drugs, such as benzodiazepines or stimulants like cocaine and amphetamines.

Once the legislative requirement is in effect, Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development’s inspectors will take an education-first approach to enforcement.

A new Naloxone in the Workplace Program has been established to support initial compliance.

Under this program eligible employers can: • •

access free naloxone training for up to two workers per workplace; and/or receive one free nasal spray naloxone kit per workplace.

The MLITSD will be partnering with two (2) program providers to help deliver the Workplace Naloxone Program: 1. The Canadian Red Cross (COURSE: First Aid for Opioid Poisoning Emergencies) 2. St. John Ambulance Canada (COURSE: Opioid Poisoning Response Training) Detailed information on the legislative requirements can be found at https://www.ontario.ca/page/naloxone-workplace

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Every purchase of 4 tires is a ballot to win

In order to boost tire sales and increase the retention rate in your dealership, we created a contest that is entirely dedicated to your sales representatives. lations to our Congratu winner! t s r fi Dan O’Donnell, Stox Account Manager, presenting the award to Adam Holgate of Holgate Tire & Battery, Belleville, Ontario

Until July 31st 2023, your counter staff and service reps will have the chance to win one of their tire sales with tires purchased at Distribution Stox.

Prize will be awarded in the form of a prepaid gift card by your local Distribution Stox car dealer specialist.

Rules 1. The contest will run from May 1st to July 31st, 2023 and is valid exclusively for OTDA members. The refund will be up to $900.

2. The draw will be held in the fist week of August.

3. Winners will be contacted by their representative during the first week of August.

4. A photo will be taken at the meeting for communication purposes (advertising on Trends mag, social networks).

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3rd QUARTER TRAINING SCHEDULE AUTOMOTIVE TIRE SERVICE (ATS) TRAINING

LEVEL 100 Entry to ATS Entry to Automotive Tire Service (ATS) is a 100-level training course for front counter and sales staff.

Date August 11

LEVEL 200 Basic ATS Basic Automotive Tire Service (ATS) is a 200-level limited skills training and certificate program that outlines and explains the guidelines for servicing passenger and light truck tire and wheel assemblies.

Date September 14 - 15

LEVEL 300 Certified ATS Automotive Tire Service (ATS) is a 300-level certification program that provides in-depth and comprehensive instruction on the recommended procedures for servicing modern automobile and light truck tires.

Date June 28 - 30 July 19 - 21 Aug 29 - 31

For additional inquires or to register for a class, email: amoffatt@otda.com

Federated

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Insurance

Risk Insights

Advice for you and your business

Safe Storage & Disposal: Combustible Waste Material Help prevent millions of dollars in damages and claims by properly disposing of waste materials that may cause 昀res.

Combustible waste materials are a potential 昀re hazard. Following proper storage and disposal procedures is critical.

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Some tips for safe waste storage rooms • Separate waste storage rooms from other parts of the building with walls, 昀oors and ceilings that have a 昀re resistance rating of more than 2 hours.

• Containers and lids should be made of metal or other noncombustible material. Containers outside of storage rooms should not be larger than 3.7 square meters or 40 square feet.

• Containers exceeding a 40 gallon capacity should have a lid.

• Remove waste containers at least once per day unless they’re stored in a noncombustible waste storage room.

• Install approved automatic closing or self-closing 昀re doors with a 昀re protection rating of at least 1.5 hours.

• Ensure your waste storage rooms are protected with an automatic sprinkler.

• Never smoke, perform hot work or have open 昀ame within 15 meters or 50 feet of uncovered combustible materials.

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• Use approved metal receptacles with self-closing covers for storage and disposal of oil-soaked waste or cloths.

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We believe that knowing your business matters.

With industry-speci昀c expertise and decades of experience, we can provide valuable insights, consulting and training to help keep your business safe.

Some tips for safe exterior storage • We specialize in your market and work with you directly

• Keep waste dumpsters at least 3 meters or 10 feet from combustible walls, openings or roof eave lines.

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• Keep waste dumpster lids closed and locked.

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OTDA

Meet the Vendors The OTDA works to bring Preferred Vendor Programs (PVP) that benefit our members, their businesses, and employees.

Credit card processing companies and contracts can be challenging to navigate; often, businesses rush into them without fully understanding the complexities of their agreement/contract.

The Just Quote Me – Elavon PVP has been reviewed and approved by the OTDA board of directors.

Highlight benefits of the Just Quote Me – Elavon PVP to an OTDA member include: • 24-7 personalized customer service • Funds deposited right into your business account

• Transparent account statements • No contracts!

The OTDA encourages our members to speak with our Just Quote Me – Elavon PVP reps about additional savings and opportunities:

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E: brett@justquoteme.ca John DaCosta T: (647) 836.5510 E: john@justquoteme.ca

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We’ve been at it since 1920 – learning what matters most to our customers and the challenges they face.

Call 1.844.628.6800 and speak to a Commercial Insurance Specialist today.

www.federated.ca Not all industries are the same, so we pride ourselves in understanding the intricacies of your business.

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