NAOSH Week – Day 4

Safe Movement of People, Planes and Passengers

On Day 4 of NAOSH Week, we will highlight the importance of staying prepared for different emergency situations and how to support a greener, safer airport.

On-site Activities

Safety Fair

Join us to learn about our programming and partners.

Online Learning

We will review:

Once you have reviewed the day’s learning material, test your knowledge of Emergency Preparedness and Environmental Awareness with today’s quiz. Participants will be automatically entered into a prize draw for a chance to win great prizes. Terms and Conditions.

Emergency Preparedness

NAOSH week is also Emergency Preparedness Week!

At Pearson, tens of thousands of people may be working or traveling through our buildings and terminals at any given time. Emergency planning and preparedness are critical to keeping our airport, passengers and employees safe from harm. During an emergency, it’s important to know how to efficiently and safely evacuate so that everyone can be safe. To understand the steps we can take to plan, organize and equip ourselves to be ready for an emergency, complete the Facility Control Measures and Evacuation Plan course.

Business Continuity

Once an immediate emergency has been managed, attention must shift to addressing its ongoing impacts. For example, extinguishing a fire does not instantly return operations to normal. Business continuity focuses on planning for this recovery period — restoring essential services and stabilizing operations after a disruption.

Effective business continuity planning identifies critical priorities and the resources required to sustain operations during and after an incident. While all work is valuable, it is essential that everyone understands which activities are truly critical and time‑sensitive before a disruption occurs. Clear alignment helps prevent wasted time, effort and resources, and minimizes impacts on our customers, partners, and overall operations.

Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Awareness

Lithium-ion batteries power many everyday devices such as phones, e-bikes, scooters, power tools and laptops. These batteries can overheat, catch fire or explode if damaged, overcharged or poorly made.

• Always use the charger and battery recommended by the manufacturer
• Do not charge devices unattended or while sleeping
• Keep batteries away from heat sources and direct sunlight
• Never use or charge batteries that are damaged, swollen, leaking or overheating
• Charge devices on hard, non-combustible surfaces, not on beds, couches or carpets
• Store and charge e-bikes and scooters away from exits and clear escape routes
• Do not modify batteries or mix chargers from different devices
• Dispose of lithium-ion batteries at approved recycling locations, never in household garbage
• If a battery starts smoking, hissing or burning, move away immediately and call 416- 776- 3033.
• Lithium-ion battery fires spread quickly. Safe charging, storage and disposal can prevent fires and protect lives.

Protecting the Environment at Pearson

At Pearson, environmental stewardship is central to how we operate and grow, ensuring the airport remains safe, sustainable and responsible for passengers, employees, surrounding communities and the natural environment.

• Environmental Compliance: Our ISO 14001 Environmental Management System ensures that the airport’s operations and development activities meet regulatory requirements and align with global best practices.
• Climate Action & Decarbonization: Our greenhouse gas reporting and Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) programs support the integration of science-based targets and the transition to a low-carbon future.
• Environmental Monitoring: We manage comprehensive water and air quality monitoring programs, using data-driven insights to safeguard local ecosystems and protect the health of nearby communities.
• Environmental Assessments: Working closely with project teams, environmental site and impact assessments support the airport’s infrastructure projects to identify, mitigate and manage environmental risks and impacts.

Environmental Practices in Action

Environmental practices are central to safe and efficient airport operations. From managing airfield chemical use to controlling stormwater runoff and reducing carbon emissions, every action contributes to a cleaner, safer future. By following regulations and best practices, we can protect our water, air and land.

Stormwater and Water Quality Protection

• Ensure proper containment of airfield hazardous materials and fuel
• Prevent spills near storm drains and active runways

Air Quality and Emissions Management

• Limit idling of ground support equipment (GSE) and airside vehicles
• Support the transition to electric GSE and low-emission fleets
• Promote clean air initiatives and monitor airside emissions

Waste Reduction in Terminal and Airside Areas

• Safely dispose of hazardous materials (batteries, oils, chemicals)
• Promote proper sorting of waste, recycling, and compost
• Reduce single-use items in staff areas and concessions

Reduce Idling to Improve Air Quality

During peak winter, motorists idle for an average of about eight minutes daily. This amount of idling uses over 2.2 million litres of fuel and produces over five million kilograms of greenhouse gases. To cut down on idling, you can:

• Start driving gently as modern engines warm up faster when in motion
• Limit warm-up time to 1-2 minutes
• Turn off the engine if waiting for more than 10 seconds
• Dress warmly to reduce reliance on vehicle heating
• Utilize block heaters to pre-warm engines without excessive idling
• Consider driving a hybrid-electric vehicle
• Minimize idling when around waiting passengers and workers

We all have a role to play in maintaining a greener, safer airport.

Extra Credit

Complete the Facility Control Measures and Evacuation Plan course, then send a screenshot of the completed course to safety@gtaa.com to be entered into our daily draw. Terms and Conditions.

After you take today’s quiz and complete the extra credit exercise, be sure to join us again tomorrow for another learning opportunity and chance to win a prize!