Tim Pottorff

Session Objectives:

• Understand what it was like to be a “Remote Worker” before Remote Working was “cool!”
• Discover the advantages and pitfalls from an instant transition from office-based to remote work during the pandemic and the lasting effects.
• Learn how remote work has become a key component of the employee-employer relationship and what the future holds for the practice, including the adaptation of virtual reality and artificial intelligence.

Topic:

Remote work has significantly transformed the landscape of modern employment, offering unprecedented flexibility and opportunities for both workers and organizations. Over the past few decades, advancements in technology have facilitated seamless communication and collaboration, making remote work not only feasible but also highly efficient. As companies continue to embrace this model, they are witnessing improvements in productivity, employee satisfaction, and cost savings. The future of remote work is still promising, with trends indicating a sustained and possibly increased adoption. Additionally, remote work is expected to play a critical role in promoting work-life balance and allowing a more diverse range of physically capable individuals to participate in the workforce.

Session Objectives:

Tim has graciously offered to fill in for this session. The speaker was unavoidably unable to present the original session.

Session Objectives:

• Understand the situation an ambulance district faced due to high illness and injury rates among their paramedics and EMTs.
• Discover the situations that were commonly leading to sometimes career-ending injuries and illnesses among these first responders, and the friction between them and local firefighters.
• Review the results of an onsite, ride-along ergonomics assessment, the steps taken by the ambulance district to improve, and the nearly immediate impact on their ergonomics-related illnesses and injuries.

Topic:

Ensuring proper ergonomics and safety measures for ambulance crews is crucial in reducing injuries and enhancing their overall well-being. Ambulance personnel are frequently exposed to physically demanding situations, which can lead to musculoskeletal disorders and other health issues if not addressed adequately. By implementing better tools, equipment, and work practices, their risk of injury can be significantly decreased. Ultimately, prioritizing ergonomics and safety not only protects the health of first responders but also ensures they are efficient and ready to serve in emergencies.