Certified Training Providers for Return to Work Planning

Nancy Collins
Atlantic Safety Centre
Contact: Nancy Collins
10 Austin Street, Suite 203
P.O. Box 13787
St. John's, NL
A1B 4G3
Tel:  (709) 576-7233
Fax: (709) 576-1409
Email: ncollins@nfld.net
Website: http://www.atlanticsafetycentre.com/

Anne Connor Sheppard
The Assessment and Therapy Center Ltd.
Unit 2
52 Powell Drive
Carbonear NL
A1Y 1A5
anne@assessmentandtherapy.com

Anne Connor Sheppard is an Occupational Therapist who has worked in return to work planning for the past 20 years.  She is interested in prevention of injuries and should an injury occur, returning a worker back to work as soon as possible in a safe and suitable manner.  As a certified trainer in the WHSCC return to work planning process, Anne offers a unique perspective given her involvement with businesses, physicians, clients and Case Managers.  She will also guide you in ensuring you meet the criteria to benefit from the PRIME refund and incentive program.  Call 683-0128 for further information.  Workshops will be scheduled in the near future.

Jennifer Gillingham, BRC, Safety Engineer
Safety Advisor
Newfoundland and Labrador Construction Safety Association
Telephone: (709) 739-7087
Toll-Free: 1-888-681-SAFE (7233)
Fax: (709) 739-7001
Email: jgillingham@nlcsa.com

Visit our Website at www.nlcsa.com

Jennifer has experience in auditing, training and other NLCSA member services.

Frank McCarthy
125 Grenfell Heights
Grand Falls-Windsor, NL
A2A 2R8
Tel: (709) 489-3941
frankmccarthy@nf.sympatico.ca

Trainer Qualifications/Experience
Occupational Health and Safety Trainer for Committees and WH&S Representatives/Designates
WHSCC Certified Return to Work Planning Trainer
Enrolled in the Occupational Health and Safety Certificate Program at Ryerson University, Toronto
Educational/Work Experience
Academic - Memorial University, St. John’s, NL Bachelor of Arts (Economics) Bachelor of Education (High School), Bachelor of Special Education (Curriculum)
St. Francis University, Antigonish, Nova Scotia Masters of Educational Administration (School Administration)

Employment  - Worked as a teacher-school administration for thirty consecutive years.  Since 2002 has worked as an OH&S Trainer and Consultant. 

Dallas Mercer
DMC Inc.
P.O. Box 14244
Conception Bay South,  NL
A1W 3J1
Tel: (709) 834-3677
Fax: (709) 834-3691
Cell: (709) 682-6360
dallas@dmconsulting.ca
http://www.dmconsulting.ca/

Dallas Mercer, President of DMC Inc.has been consulting, training & representing employers on workplace health, safety & compensation issues for most of her career. Her 15 years of experience with workers' compensation & occupational health & safety systems include Employer Advisor on workplace health, safety & compensation with the Newfoundland & Labrador Employers' Council and claims management with the WHSCC. In addition, Ms. Mercer developed the curriculum & instructed on Workplace health, Safety & Compensation Legislation @ the College of the North Atlantic & led the development of the Workplace Safety course for High School students.

DMC Inc. offers a wide array of claims management services including:

• Review & Analyze current assessment rate and claim costs
• Develop action plans & manage work accident injury files
• Develop & implement return to work policies and procedures
• Mediate with WHSCC & medical community
• Create Modified Duty programs in accordance with WHSCC policies
• Manage re-employment obligations
• Represent employers @ Appeal hearings
• Coach/train/ Advise staff
• Apply for cost relief when appropriate 

DMC Inc. also has as part of its team, safety engineers who offer safety services that include training and OH&S program development.

Faith Roberts
Newfoundland & Labrador Safety Council 
Regatta Plaza, 2nd. Floor
84-86 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John’s
NL, A1A 1W7
Tel: 1-709-754-0210
Fax: 1-709-754-0010
info@safetycouncil.net
http://www.safetycouncil.net/ Fall Training Schedule

Heather Wells
Petrell HSE Technologies Inc.
P.O. Box 156
Suite 401, 155 Water Street
St. John's, NL A1C 5J2 
hmousseau@petrell.ca
http://www.petrell.ca/.

Petrell HSE Technologies Inc. is committed to the promotion and development of health, safety and environment.  Petrell is able to provide the assistance needed to help your organization attain standards of excellence in health, safety and environmental management.

Charlie Young
C.Young Consulting
118 Premier Drive
Corner Brook, NL
A2H 1R5
Tel: (709) 639-3302
Fax: (709) 639-3306
cyoungconsulting@yahoo.ca

Charlie Young has over 27 years experience with the Workplace, Health, Safety and Compensation Commission. During his employment He worked in a number of  progressive positions: Regional Director, Western Region; Manager of the Extended Earnings Loss Division; Assistant Director of Claims, and Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor.

Mr. Young is now committed to using his expertise to provide a professional service to employers in all areas of the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation system. His goal is to help employers meet legislative requirements;  reduce claims costs and reduce assessment rates. He in knowledgeable of Worker's Compensation programs and systems including:

PRIME

• Early and Safe Return to Work legislation,  policies, and procedures
• OH&S; and claims/disability management.

Some of the services offered include:

• Assisting employers in meeting the legislative requirements under PRIME and Return to Work obligation
• Managing workplace injury claims and apply best practices to reduce claims duration and costs
• Providing workshops and training to Managers; supervisors and frontline staff
• Representing employers at appeals
• Developing/monitoring return to work plans
• Developing Health and Safety programs
• Providing professional guidance and insight to employers in areas of interpretation of Legislation; Polices and Procedures
• Assisting employers in managing non-work related injuries and absenteeism

Prime Response Team: 709-778-2922 or 1-800-563-9000

prime@whscc.nf.ca

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