Luke Pedersen
@Luke_Pedersen_
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Firefighter Health, Safety and Performance | Maximizing People Potential in the workplace | Exercise is my 💊 of choice | TSAC, CSCS |📚 MBA Candidate
Joined August 2012
This needs to become the norm in the fire service. Well done Halifax. You are leading the way.
🔥 #Halifax has agreed to establish a #cancer screening program in response to advocacy from @hfxfirefighters. It's a significant win that will undoubtedly save lives! More 🔽 https://t.co/iCUaZUZpAw
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A new meta-analysis on the impact of goal setting on performance found: 1. Process goals had a large effect on performance 2. Performance goals had a moderate effect 3. Outcome goals had a negligible effect
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This year has been pivotal for #firefighter legislation in Ontario. The OPFFA would like to thank Premier @fordnation and his government for the legislative amendments announced today addressing: ✔️#KidneyCancer - reducing the required duration of employment from 20 to 10
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New live F2T workshops are available. Self-paced options are also available. 5.15 – Creating Benchmark Workshops for Fire Fighters | 6.12 – The Art of Coaching Registration: https://t.co/Invv9dZV5q
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Need CECs to renew your PFT Certificate? Fit To Thrive offers multiple options including self-paced workshops. For a list of all available options, visit: https://t.co/Invv9dZnfS To see complete renewal requirements: https://t.co/8JyXBp6tWt
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Exciting developments in Ontario, Canada! 🌟 Building on last week's successful launch in Oshawa Firefighters and Pickering Fire Station , our partnerships with @Stratford Fire and Waterloo Professional Fire Fighters @wpffa791 are flourishing.
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🌟 Shout out to Luke Pederson from @WaterlooL791 for his pivotal role in bringing this life-saving program to Canada! 🇨🇦 Early detection is crucial for the well-being of our First Responders
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It’s #TesticularCancer Awareness month! Routine testicular self-exams help you detect changes to the testicles over time and potential testicular problems. Conduct a testicular self-exam monthly! Consult with your doctor if you notice anything unusual. @opffa @IAFFCanada
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Need CECs to renew your PFT Certificate? Fit To Thrive offers multiple options including self-paced workshops. For a list of all available options, visit https://t.co/Invv9dZnfS To see complete renewal requirements: https://t.co/8JyXBp6tWt
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New Live F2T Workshops Available 4.17 – Building a Movement Vocabulary | 5.15 – Creating Benchmark Workshops for Fire Fighters | 6.12 – The Art of Coaching Registration: https://t.co/Invv9dZnfS
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Need CECs to renew your PFT Certificate? Fit To Thrive offers multiple options including self-paced workshops. For a list of all available options, visit https://t.co/Invv9dZnfS To see complete renewal requirements: https://t.co/8JyXBp6tWt
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Last chance to register for Wednesday’s F2T Workshop. Registration closes tonight! More Fire Fighters. More Active. More Often. Registration Link: https://t.co/qW9XpthQlQ All F2T Workshops: https://t.co/Invv9dZnfS
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Thanks so much @GennaMcMillan! I appreciate your kind words of support 🙏.
FF Cancer Awareness Month Shout out to my CND advocacy & support mentors. The energy @Luke_Pedersen_ brings to prevention & wellness is contagious. @GavinKita8 & @burlingtonprc give selflessly to FF & families across the province. For @jotoole834 advocacy is always front & center
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#DidYouKnow Skin cancer has affected over 691 Ontario Firefighters making it the leading cause of presumptive cancers among firefighters. Studies have even shown that FF have a higher risk of developing melanoma compared to the general population. https://t.co/VygNnpIEUM
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Canada's first official #FireFighterCancerAwarenessMonth is a perfect time to learn more about how to prevent exposures and protect yourself on the fireground, in the station and off duty. Click here for all the latest information: https://t.co/lzDy9MUy8u
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In partnership with the Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN), the IAFF has designated January as Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month to provide fire fighters the necessary tools and guidance to...
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Virtual F2T101 (PFT Certificate) Course registration is open! The course runs March 4 – April 9 and offers flexible scheduling options. Details and registration: https://t.co/cbpLgJvTPN
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Thank you Jim O'Toole from @IAFFLocal1075 for sharing your story during #FireFighterCancerAwarenessMonth: https://t.co/fBjboz6VeL
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In 2022, @IARCWHO classified firefighting as carcinogenic to humans following an in-depth review by 25 scientists from eight countries. It was an important recognition of the true danger that our members face while protecting the public. #FirefighterCancerAwarenessMonth
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Virtual Information Sessions start tonight! Don’t miss it.
@WPFFA791 is excited to host @udshealth to provide crucial cancer screening for our members. Cancer doesn’t wait, neither should we. Early detection is key! Virtual information sessions start tonight. Don’t miss out. Check your emails for Zoom login details. #IAFFWFI #IAFF
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