Four Seasons Safety Consulting - Lora Kuhn Gerber

12/05/2025

What a great deal, I went and picked up mine today!!

12/04/2025

Good morning team,
Before we move a vehicle — any vehicle — we owe ourselves and everyone around us a simple but powerful step: a full 360° walk-around.
This quick check can prevent injuries, damage, and near-misses that are 100% avoidable.

🔍 Why a 360° Walk-Around Matters
-Every time your vehicle sits — even for a few minutes — things can change around it:
-Someone may have parked closer than before, blocking your turning radius or backing path.
-Tools or equipment may have dropped near your tires without you noticing.
-You might have set something on the ground, on the tailgate, or leaned something against the truck and forgot.
-Children, pedestrians, or coworkers may be walking behind or beside your vehicle.
-Leaks, flat tires, or new damage can show up since the last time you drove.
-A 360 check takes 10–20 seconds and can save you from property damage, injury, or worse.

🛠️ Tips for a Solid 360° Walk-Around
-Start at the driver’s door and move fully around the vehicle in one direction — don’t cut corners.
-Look low and look high — check under the vehicle, around the wheels, and on the bed or roof.
-Check for tools, cones, hoses, or gear that could be crushed or become projectiles.
-Verify no one is standing or walking behind you, especially in busy yards or at home around kids.
-Inspect tires for low pressure, nails, or bulges.
-Look for fresh leaks from hydraulic lines, coolant, or oil.
-If you’re in a tight space, visualize your turn and backing path before getting in.
-At home, do the same — toys, bikes, scooters, pets, and kids can appear out of nowhere.

🧠 Remember
A vehicle accident isn’t bad luck — it’s usually missed awareness.
A 360° walk-around gives you the awareness you need.

P.S.
Take the extra seconds. It’s faster than writing a report, filing a claim, or explaining damage, or letting your family know you left something behind. Your future self will thank you.

"Safety Takes Time, so Take the Time for Safety" Dwayne Smith

11/30/2025

Some of our favourite outdoor activities take place near or on the ice. As ice starts to appear on our lakes in the late fall, there are some guidelines to keep in mind to ensure you and your loved ones stay safe.

🧊 Never walk on ice that is less than 4" thick, and don't drive on ice that is less than 12" thick. If in doubt, don't do it!

🧊 Ice can bend and crack with the weight of people, vehicles, or heavy snow. Keep an eye on ice and snow conditions ahead of you.

🧊 Hazardous and thin sections can exist at any time during the winter.

🧊 Recommendations for ice thickness are based on clear, blue, or green ice. White ice has air or snow within it and should be considered suspect.

Learn more Ice Safety Tips:

Some of our favourite outdoor activities take place near or on the ice. As ice starts to appear on our lakes in the late fall, there are some guidelines to keep in mind to ensure you and your loved ones stay safe.

09/24/2025

Did you know that September 24 is ?

At the , we know how serious concussions can be, and that they can happen anywhere, at anytime, and to anyone.

For this reason, we make it a priority to provide annual concussion education to members of our community, including athletes, parents/caregivers, coaches, officials, and volunteers.

This year, the Sport Medicine Council of Alberta invites you to share your own concussion experience. Whether you've experienced a concussion firsthand or supported someone who has, your story - the challenges you faced, the lessons you learned, the milestones you achieved - is invaluable to promoting awareness about the impact and prevalence of concussions.

If you have a story to tell, help shine a light on concussion awareness by sharing your concussion journey on social media, tagging , and using the hashtags below.

09/15/2025

I am pleased to have the opportunity to work with the Alberta Association for Safety Partnerships in the capacity of External Auditor. In this role, I am committed to supporting the association’s efforts to ensure compliance and strengthen workplace safety standards across Alberta, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

09/02/2025

Today’s the day! Student are back in school in Drayton Valley!

SPEEDING - Maximum speed limit is 30km/hr between 8am and 4:30pm on school days.
PARKING - Parking and stopping may be restricted in school zones. Please abide by all parking and stopping signs.
U-TURNS - U-Turns are prohibited between intersections. Plan your route ahead so you aren’t tempted to do a u-turn.
CROSSWALKS - As a pedestrian, ensure you are using crosswalks to cross the road. As a motorist, please pay attention for pedestrians crossing and ensure you don’t park more than 5 metres of a crosswalk to ensure proper sight lines.
SCHOOL BUSES - Vehicles traveling in both directions on an undivided road must stop and remain stopped when the red lights are activated on a school bus.
We hope everyone has an amazing school year filled with lots of learning, fun, and memories!

To report traffic concerns, please contact Drayton Valley Enforcement Services by phone at 780-514-2386 or email at enforcement@draytonvalley.ca

08/31/2025

Back to school means buses are back on the roads transporting our youth!

What should you do if you approach a bus that is stopped with their 8-way lights flashing red on an undivided road? Always stop!

Not stopping puts kids at risk. It could also cost you a $567 fine and 6 demerit points.

School is back in session next week, starting September 2!

08/28/2025

THEY'RE HEADIN' BACK!
The first day of school is Tuesday, September 2!
This is a reminder that the speed limit in schools zones is 30km/hr from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on school days. Let's make sure everyone gets to school and back safely!

08/18/2025

08/06/2025

Are you prepared to purchase an E-Bike? Or are you ready to take yours out?

E-Bikes (or power bicycles) have emerged in the last number of years and are becoming more popular in our communities. What are some of the rules?

✅ Must be 12 years of age or older to operate
❌ No Operators License is Required
✅ A helmet must be worn when riding and must be in compliance with the standards
❌ Registration and Insurance is not required
✅ Ride as far to the right of a highway as practicable to the curb or edge on the road way unless making a left hand turn.
❌ Under 16 years of age you are prohibited from carrying any passengers
✅ MUST be equipped with at minimum, the following gear: headlamp, tail lamp, reflectors, brakes, a horn or bell , and a mirror on the left side

‼️E-Bikes are considered vehicles and all rules of the road need to be followed, so when you’re riding one, you have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers on the road.‼️

Remember, safety is everyone’s responsibility.

07/31/2025

You won't want to miss this!

We have teamed up with Better Way Health & Safety, Rocky Mtn House, Drayton Valley & Surrounding Areas Family Resource Network and Big Bite Services Ltd

Earn your Intermediate First Aid certificate for FREE 🙌

Spots are limited. Ages 12-18 can register by call or text 587-464-0856.

Hosted at Kickstand Drayton Valley 4955 41st Ave .

07/22/2025