Trends 2403 - September Edition by Ontario Tire Dealers Association

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President’s Message

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TirePressureMonitoringSystems(TPMS)

Although not mandatory in Canada, tire dealers should still feel an obligation to their customers to ensure TPMS systems are in working order before they leave the shop.

Sometimes, this is easier said than done, especially if the customer refuses to have the work completed or if you don’t have a properly trained tire technician who understands TPMS.

For shops not currently offering TPMS service work, this is an untapped revenue stream that should be considered. It still boggles my mind that a tire shop would send a customer to a competitor's location to perform TPMS service! In any event, a tire shop and technicians need to have access to current and up-to-date equipment, understand TPMS installation, and be trained on how to properly program sensors, systems and

The OTDA lead Automotive Tire Service (ATS) Level 300 training course has 4 modules and hands-on training specifically covering TPMS.

Technicians can expect to learn basic TPMS knowledge, system identification, system and sensor programming, system re-learn techniques and TPMS troubleshooting.

Not sure if your techs need training, ask them one simple question. functions does the TPMS dash light have, and what are they?” are 2 functions, the telltale and malfunction indicator lamp, it might be time for a TPMS re-fresher.

Since tire dealers are expected to have a higher level of tire expertise than the average consumer, it is important that we ensure our staff is not only trained, but fully understands the requirements of today's cars, trucks and equipment.

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MLITSD Material Handling Inspections: Is your business ready?

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The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development (MLITSD) is conducting a campaign focused on material handling at industrial workplaces, including vehicle sales and automotive service facilities. Inspections are underway and will continue until March 31, 2025.

What Inspectors are Looking for

This campaign aims to reduce workplace fatalities and injuries related to material handling tasks by ensuring workplaces are complying with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations. For the last five years, hazards related to material handling continue to be the top cause of fatalities in the industrial sector (MLITSD data).

Targeting businesses of all types and sizes – including those that store and change tires – MLITSD inspectors are looking to see if workers are safely handling materials and not at risk of being crushed or struck by materials or equipment.

How to Prepare

This campaign is task-based, meaning any workplace where work activities involve material handling may be visited. Inspectors will pay particular attention to workplaces with new, young or vulnerable workers. A MLITSD inspector’s visit will be unannounced, so it’s vital your business prepares.

Review and Refine Your Plan

Take time now – outside of busy tire-changing season – to review and adjust your safety plans. Create a strong plan by reviewing how workers move around equipment and establish ways to keep workers and equipment apart, as much as possible. Also assess the workplace layout. Are there changes that could be made to make the space more practical for the work to occur. For instance, ensuring that pathways and aisles are large enough for operators to safely move without hitting coworkers or storage racks is essential.

Practice Safe Tire Changing and Storage

To avoid injury when changing or storing tires, ergonomics plays a significant role. Consider employing the following tips and techniques:

• Train workers on how to lift and handle tires properly.

• Lift with your leg muscles; bend at the hips and keep the back straight. Keep the tire close to your body. Avoid twisting.

• Consider implementing tools and equipment to help workers handle and move tires, such as:

• a lift assist.

• a specialty-designed tire cart to transport tires from storage to the vehicle area.

• a mechanical device to move tires – especially from second level shelving – to avoid overhead lifting, as it can strain the back and shoulders.

• If rolling tires off a shelf, consider rolling them onto a cart first, to allow for a two-stage lift. This will reduce the amount of force required to stabilize the tire and likely help avoid damage to the rim.

• Provide impact guns with torque limiters to prevent forceful exertions and wrist twisting when adding/removing lug nuts.

• Minimize rushing. Space out appointment times (if possible) to reduce worker fatigue and decrease the likelihood of awkward postures or twisting that could lead to discomfort.

• Rotate workers and tasks so they are working on tasks other than tire-changing to reduce fatigue and allow body to recover.

• Strategically schedule breaks to allow workers to rest and recover from the physically demanding task of changing tires.

• Stack tires securely to prevent them from falling.

• Storage areas should be clean and free from any obstacles that could cause trips and falls. When transporting tires, workers may not be able to see where they are going, so best to keep their pathways clear.

Review Training and Documentation

Upon visiting, MLITSD inspectors will conduct a physical inspection of the workplace, as well as an administrative review to determine the effectiveness of training and communication. They will want to see evidence that workers have received training and that they understand the content. Therefore, ensure all workers have complete the necessary training for their role and have documentation to prove it.

Although not all businesses will be visited, ensuring your business reviews and enhances its material handling practices is a no-brainer. After all, work shouldn’t hurt.

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