Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast
Calling all trucker heroes and insurance wranglers! Buckle up for another wild ride with the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast. Two grey-bearded safety guys take their irreverent look at the trucking pitfalls, risks, and trouble with trucking insurance. They invite the trucking elite on the show to discuss.
This week, John and Chris, are swerving past potholes of peril to deliver the straight goods on keeping your rig safe and your insurance rates lower than a limbo dancer in flip-flops.
We’ll be dodging disasters, dissecting dispatches, and dishing out tips hotter than fresh asphalt. So, grab a lukewarm cup of joe, crank up the air horn of knowledge, and get ready to navigate the trucking terrain with laughter and a whole lot of “you ain’t seen nothin’ yet” stories. It’s the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast – spilling the beans on safety and savings, one mile at a time.
You can contact us at
John Farquhar, John@summitrisksolutions.ca 1 226 802 2762;
Chris Harris, Chris@safetydawg.com 905 973 7056
Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast
Heart Health on the Road: Jim Park's Story
Jim Park's Heart Attack: A Deep Dive into Truck Driver Health
In this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, award-winning trucking journalist and experienced truck driver Jim Park discusses his recent heart attack, the importance of recognizing symptoms, and how it relates to the health of truck drivers.
Jim shares his personal journey, detailing the symptoms he experienced, the medical treatment he received, and his recovery process. The hosts emphasize the need for truck drivers to pay attention to their bodies and seek medical help when necessary.
The episode aims to raise awareness about heart health and encourage drivers to adopt healthier lifestyles.
To contact Jim:
email: jrbcjim@gmail.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/truckinjim/
The Facebook Story: https://www.facebook.com/jim.park3/posts/pfbid02NuRpekyBZM77h6LnqQ4CqHKPnkhoxgGMtATgrD65fTnsq3kqsN3vJPayuSqjs59gl
Symptoms of a Heart Attack:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heart-attack/in-depth/heart-attack-symptoms/art-20047744
00:00 Introduction to Jim Park
01:09 Jim's Heart Attack Experience
02:32 Recognizing Heart Attack Symptoms
04:09 Hospital Visit and Recovery
05:15 Post-Heart Attack Lifestyle Changes
09:58 Advice for Truck Drivers
15:16 The Reality of Truck Driver Health
18:16 The Risks and Realities of Truck Driving
18:47 A Personal Story from Northern Ontario
19:38 The Importance of Listening to Your Body
20:13 The Consequences of Ignoring Symptoms
21:40 Jim's Experience with a Heart Attack
23:44 The Aftermath and Recovery
28:17 The Pressure on Drivers to Hide Health Issues
31:00 Jim's Insights on Trucking Technology
32:54 Where to Follow Jim Park
35:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
John Farquhar
Summit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca
1 226 802-2762
John@summitrisksolutions.ca
Chris Harris
Safety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.com
Chris@SafetyDawg.com
1 905 973 7056
Keeping it Safety Dawg Simple!
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