b'C O N T E N T SMessage from the Executive Director6 By Norman Cheesman8 Working with neighbours:Public consultation is key to the smooth operationof aggregate sites near communities 8 By Warren HeeleyThe invisible epidemic:Situational awareness among workers is criticalto maintaining safety at pits and quarries .12 By Andrew BrooksCustomized training with OSSGA:The association is hard at work bringing thetraining room to the operations site .1512Shaking off winter woes:Valuable tips for caring for processingequipment through the winter 16 By William Schulz A love for geology:Former ski bum Tecia White found her perfectcareer as a hydrogeologist working in aggregates .22Finding the sweet spot: Kal Tires Darrin Rousselle thrives on helping clients16 find the perfect solution to their needs.23Predicting the future of work The long-term impact of COVID-19 on the workingmodel at pits and quarries 26 By Matthew BradfordA breath of fresh air: Top four best practices for dust management toreduce fugitive dust from reaching neighbours 28 By Brian Sulley28 Moving from stone to concrete: The Hole-in-the-Wall Bridge over Canal Lakepioneered a novel concrete reinforcement system .30 By Sarah B. HoodAggregates 101A Primer:A quick rundown of what aggregate is, where itcomes from, and how it impacts the life of every Ontarian 33Professional Services Directory .36The Final Rehab:30 Lafarge Canadas Uxbridge Regan Pit .38FALL 2021AVENUES 5'