ATLANTIC
SAFETY WORKS
About Lee Laverdure
MA-DEM, CRSP
Lee is a highly skilled and dedicated registered health and safety professional (CRSP) through the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals.
With over 20 years of experience in the field, she has established herself as a leader in promoting safe and healthy work environments.
With a passion for ensuring the well-being of others, Lee began her career at Alberta’s Energy and Utilities Board in the early 2000s. Through hard work, education and determination, she rose through the ranks and took on roles with increasing responsibility. She has since worked with some of Canada’s largest companies including Suncor, Talisman, Enerplus Corp. where she has been responsible for the health and safety of employees at all levels.
Lee’s expertise goes beyond just technical knowledge; she brings a wealth of professional and life experience to her work.
Her dedication to continuous learning has allowed her to stay up-to-date with industry best practices and regulations, ensuring that she provides top-notch services to her clients.
With her friendly demeanor and excellent communication skills, Lee is able to effectively collaborate with individuals at all levels within an organization.
In addition to her professional background, Lee has also been a member of several industry associations such as the International Association of Emergency Managers as the Director of Governance and Past President of the Alberta Chapter.
She is committed to giving back to her field by volunteering with these organizations and staying involved in various community initiatives related to health and safety.
Facilitating an emergency response preparedness exercise. North Dakota. Lake Lake Sakakawea. Objective: To deploy booms within 2 hours of notice to prevent oil spill from going into the Missouri River.
We made this video to demonstrate some of our values and inspiration for a culture of care. It speaks to what we believe is our purpose as a safety professional.
Values and Beliefs
In a workplace not far away, health and safety is...
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Shared Values and Beliefs:
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In a strong safety culture, people value and expect a safe and healthy workplace.
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Safety and health are considered alongside productivity, quality, and pay.
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People recognize that workplace injuries and illnesses can be prevented.
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People-Centric Approach:
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Workers are considered the most valuable resource in the workplace.
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Leaders drive improvement, and everyone plays a part in building safe and healthy workplaces.
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Actions Matter:
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Values and beliefs must translate into actions and practices to become part of the culture. For instance, consider seatbelt use. Over time, our culture shifted from not using seatbelts to automatic buckling up. This change resulted from legislative efforts, awareness promotion, enforcement, and peer pressure. Now, seatbelt safety is deeply ingrained in our behavior.
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Attributes of a Strong Safety Culture:
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Shared values: Everyone buys into safety measures.
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Contribution and engagement: All levels of the organization actively participate in safety efforts.
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Transparency: Open communication about safety issues.
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Continual education: Learning and adapting to improve safety.
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