Regional Safety Committees
Who They Are
Here at the ACSA, our interaction with employers and employees in construction is enhanced by our eight Regional Safety Committees (RSC). The RSC’s are currently located in:
They are made up of volunteer representatives from construction and trades associations, small-medium-large contractors, suppliers, union reps, Workers’ Compensation Board, Alberta government, along with individual worker members for the purpose of providing a communication link between the employers and the Association’s Board of Directors.
What They Do
The RSC’s are active in identifying regional and trade-specific health and safety training needs. They are also involved in developing solutions to safety problems in the construction industry, particularly at the local level.
When a special issue or concern is identified by the Committee, the issue is discussed at organized meeting(s) from the point of view of the “hands on” workers and supervisors. Jointly with ACSA representatives, refine and analyze the information from the discussions to formulate recommendations for change. Each RSC reports to the ACSA Chief Executive Officer.
Your RSC can make a difference, and it will give members the chance to share safety-related concerns, provide access to training for workers, and reduce accident costs.
Want to Join an RSC?
If you’re a health and safety professional and ACSA Member/Associate Member and would like to join an RSC, read through the below profiles and contact the RSC nearest to your location for further details.
Calgary
Chair: Trevor Wieler | Vice-Chair: Penny Glover | Secretary: April Russell | Treasurer: Jeremy Woolward
The Calgary RSC maintains strong attendance with the increase in members inviting guests (bring a friend) with each meeting.
We continue to liaise with Alberta Workplace Health and Safety and the Worker’s Compensation Board – Alberta. Representatives of these organizations advise the group on upcoming activities, development of integral safety practices and the sharing of effective and relevant safety education for the construction industry.
For inquiries on activities or how to join, please email us at CRSC@youracsa.ca or contact us on Facebook or Twitter.
Upcoming meetings in 2024:
- January 18
- March 21
- June 20
- September 19
- November 21
Annual Golf Tournament: June 14, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. shotgun start
Location
HeatherGlen Golf Course
23424 Range Road 285
Rockyview, AB
Edmonton
Chair: Jennifer Abrantes | Vice-Chair: Jenn Currie | Secretary : Katie O’Brien | Treasurer: Marie Wiebe
The Edmonton RSC is a vibrant committee that aims to make a difference. We give members the chance to share safety-related concerns, provide access to training and reduce incident costs. We are a dedicated group of professionals who promote health and safety and participate in health and safety activities in the region. With an attendance of 50+ members, and by accepting new members on a continual base, our five annual meetings are extremely productive.
We have organized four subcommittees, which include the Education Committee, the Promotional Video Committee, the Promotional Posters Committee, and the Day of Mourning Committee.
For inquiries on activities or how to join, please email us at ERSC@youracsa.ca or contact us on Facebook.
Upcoming meetings in 2024:
- February 16
- April 12
- June 07
- September 27
- November 22
Grande Prairie
Chair: Linda Gerlitz | Co-Chair: Vacant | Secretary: Laura Vekved | Treasurer: Marilyn Donaldson
The Grande Prairie RSC provides guidance and assistance to enable local companies to develop and maintain a health & safety program that is capable of providing adequate due diligence defence and above-average audit results. Benefits of joining the RSC include:
• Personal contact with an ACSA representative
• Information regarding scheduled safety training (may request additional/local safety training)
• Become aware of and have input into current health & safety issues
• You can ask questions and get answers from qualified safety practitioners
• There will be an educational/training component at most meetings
• There will be review/information regarding any new regulations/codes
• You can help the committee & the committee can help you
The Grande Prairie RSC is offering bursaries to support community individuals in advancing their education in health and safety by providing financial assistance to eligible candidates pursuing their NCSO or NHSA certification. Apply by October 31, 2024. Download the application.
For inquiries on activities or how to join, please email us at GPRSC@youracsa.ca or contact us on Facebook.
Upcoming meetings in 2024:
- February 13
- April 09
- June 11
- September 10
- December 10
Lakeland (Lloydminster & Bonnyville)
Chair: Mackenzie Nelson | Vice-Chair: Greg Hutchinson | Secretary: Vacant | Treasurer: Dorothy Carson
The Lakeland RSC aims to promote the mission, vision and programs of the Alberta Construction Safety Association (ACSA) and the Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association (SCSA) within the construction industry in the Lloydminster area. We encourage and assist member and associate member companies to develop and maintain a proactive health & safety program.
The RSC has a diverse membership we welcome and encourage new people from the Lakeland region to attend and participate. Lakeland RSC meetings cover everything from head to toe, literally. Training from podiatrists regarding foot protection to presentations from suppliers on hard hats and all points in between. We’re always looking for new ideas, venues, suppliers, displays and of course – volunteers.
For inquiries on activities or how to join, please email us at LakelandRSC@gmail.com or contact us on Facebook or Twitter.
Upcoming meetings in 2024:
- February 27
- April 16
- June 18
- October 15
- December 17
Lethbridge
Chair: Ian Bullock | Secretary: Erin Low | Treasurer: Adam Addison
The Lethbridge RSC’s focus is to promote health & safety and educate people on the positive aspects of working safely in their work environment. This translates to thinking about safety before we act, adopt the necessary controls, applying them in all areas of our lives.
We are an active group of safety professionals who promote the ACSA, local companies and the community. We also provide assistance through the trades program at Lethbridge College. We work with high schools and local agencies in promoting the use of CSTS and help foreign workers adapt to life and work skills in our communities. The CSTS program grows every year with more and more participants joining us. After completing the course, they receive a new pair of work boots! Each year we are strong supporters of NAOSH week, Day of Mourning and the Steps for Life Walk.
The Lethbridge RSC is offering a bursary to community members working towards their NCSO designation. Application deadline is November 15, 2024. Download the application.
For inquiries on activities or how to join, please email us at LRSC@youracsa.ca.
Upcoming meetings in 2024:
- January 31
- March 27
- May 28
- September 25
- November 27
Medicine Hat
Chair: John Digman | Vice-Chair: Jason Wheeler | Secretary: Linda Norrish | Treasurer: Linda Norrish
The Medicine Hat RSC has an active membership of about 15 members and a total membership of approximately 50 people from many different Industries. Our focus is to promote health & safety and educate people on the positive aspects of working safely in their work environment in our community.
Each year we provide three $500 Scholarships through the trades program at the Medicine Hat College and partner in a number of local community sponsorships.
Our biggest event is the National Day of Mourning where we meet at the cenotaph in the Memorial Arboretum Park. Rain, snow or shine we seem to have around 60 persons show up for speeches, to lay flowers, a moment of silence, bagpipes and signing of our customary Orange Hard Hat.
For inquiries on activities or how to join, please email us at MHRSC@youracsa.ca.
Upcoming meetings in 2024:
- January 31
- March 27
- May 29
- September 25
- November 27
Parkland (Red Deer)
Chair: Brad Vonkeman | Vice-Chair: Doug Kereliuk | Secretary: Tanya Cuff | Treasurer: Treena Dixon | Volunteer Coordinator: Chelsey Tannhill
The Parkland RSC represents the Central Alberta Region and shares the vision of the ACSA; to promote health and safety in our region.
We all strive to make a difference in our local industries, working with employers, workers, the Public and Catholic School Boards as well as youth in order to affect change and promote health and safety, not just in work but in our overall lives. We have many members who regularly attend our meetings, and we are always looking for new members to come and join our efforts.
We focus on several projects, goals and commitments throughout the year including:
• Promoting the health and safety of everyone within our various organizations as well as the communities we live in, including workers, parents and youth;
• Participating in various events, charitable projects, the ACSA Alberta Toolbox magazine, and working with other associations; and
• Encouraging our membership to assist with our continued growth through the continued promotion of our meetings and bringing in new members.
For inquiries on activities or how to join, please email us at PRSC@youracsa.ca or contact us on Facebook or LinkedIn.
Upcoming meetings in 2024:
- January 22
- March 18
- June 03
- September 23
- November 18
Wood Buffalo (Fort McMurray)
Chair: Tracy Mullaly | Vice-Chair: Tonicha Verge | Secretary: Jennifer Heroux | Treasurer: Devin Lantheir | Communications & Events Coordinator: Benjamin Wilson
Your Wood Buffalo RSC consists of safety-focused members that work hard to make a difference in our community through our work and volunteerism while raising awareness and respecting workplace health and safety. We are focused on giving members the change to share safety-related concerns, provide access to training for workers, and collectively highlight opportunities to reduce workplace incidents in all of our industries. With a diverse membership, we are able to use our knowledge
We are active in identifying regional and trade-specific health and safety training needs and are also be involved in developing solutions to safety problems in the construction industry, particularly at the local level. Our meetings are held quarterly and we are always encouraging new members to join.
For inquiries on activities or how to join, please email us at WBRSC@youracsa.ca or contact us on Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter.
Upcoming meetings in 2024:
- January 31
- March 27
- May 29
- September 25
- November 27