Fitness For Duty Summit

Calgary - October 22-23, 2024

We are excited to be hosting the 7th Annual Fitness For Duty Summit in Calgary on October 22-23, 2024! This year, industry leaders from across Canada will come together to build a healthier and safer world!

FFDS is an invaluable source of knowledge and practical insights for leaders in safety sensitive workplaces who are responsible for ensuring their employees are healthy and their organizations are safe. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and transform your organization.

Tickets

The more you purchase, the more you save! If you purchase packages of 3 or 5 tickets, you can save up to 25%! Click here to purchase your tickets.

Where is FFDS 2024?

Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre, 1316 33 St NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6B6

Parking

Complimentary parking is available at the Venue.

Hotel

Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre (former Coast Hotel): 1316 33 St NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6B6

DriverCheck has a block of rooms for a reduced rate (for the nights of Oct 21 & 22)

Please call the toll-free number below and reference DriverCheck or code 268952

Hotel Reservation Line: 1-800-661-1464

Agenda

Oct 22 - Day One:

7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Networking cocktail reception following the conference

Oct 23 - Day Two:

7:30 am - 3:30 pm

*Each day will include breakfast, coffee breaks, lunch and networking opportunities!

Full agenda coming soon!

Ready, Set, Innovate: Unveiling our First Two Speakers!

The Cannabis Conundrum & The “Now What” Dilemma

Presented by: Dr. Melissa Snider Adler, MD, CCFP(AM), MRO (AAMRO), DABAM, FASAM

Chief Medical Review Officer, DriverCheck. Physician, Addiction Medicine

Join Dr. Melissa Snider-Adler for an insightful look into positive drug tests in the workplace and the ever daunting “now what” question. Dr. Snider-Adler will discuss the nuanced distinctions between impairment and being under the influence, shedding light on what drug tests truly reveal. The presentation will guide you through the complexities of managing positive results, reviewing differential testing approaches, and interpreting results. From understanding the significance of various cut-off levels to navigating post-positive-test employee management, Dr. Snider-Adler offers practical strategies to empower leaders and those in charge of employee safety. Learn how to engage in effective employee education, fostering awareness and accountability. Through real-world examples, gain actionable insights to navigate the intersection of cannabis use and fitness for duty with confidence and clarity.

Dr. Melissa Snider-Adler’s Bio

Cognitive Safety: IoT’s Role in Workplace Impairment Risk Measurement and Mitigation

Presented by: P-J Barclay

President & CEO, Impirica

Get ready to join in as we dive into using scalable IoT-enabled cognitive testing to measure impairment risk in workplaces. P-J will discuss the practical use, and importance of a performance-based approach to measuring impairment risk, underscoring its utility in pinpointing risks within teams. Additionally, PJ will present real-world use cases, providing tangible examples of how these methodologies are applied in various industries.

P-J Barclay’s Bio

If you have any questions, or are interested in being a sponsor, please contact Chynna Sterczewski at csterczewski@drivercheck.ca.