Empowering Awareness: Truckers Against Trafficking with Heather Fry

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts John and Chris welcome Heather Fry from Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT). Heather discusses the rebranding of TAT and their expansion into various industries including the bus and energy sectors. She sheds light on the issue of human trafficking, its various forms, and the different places where it occurs such as truck stops, rest areas, and casinos. The conversation covers statistics on human trafficking victims, the psychological manipulation involved, and the crucial role of truck drivers and other industry personnel in recognizing and reporting signs of trafficking. Heather highlights TAT's training programs and resources, including free training videos, wallet cards, and a newly launched smartphone app, encouraging industry-wide engagement. The episode emphasizes the importance of awareness and urges listeners to take action by getting trained and spreading the word.TAT's Heather Fry can be contacted at:Heather FryDirector of Industry [email protected] Human Trafficking Hotlines                               CAN: 1-833-900-1010  US: 1-888-3737-888   MEX: 01800-5533-000Website: https://tatnonprofit.org/TAT App: https://tatnonprofit.org/tat-app/Your Hosts:John FarquharSummit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca1 226 [email protected] HarrisSafety Dawg Inc: [email protected] 905 973 705600:00 Introduction to Truckers Against Trafficking00:27 Understanding T.A.T. and Its Mission02:33 Exploring the Realities of Human Trafficking04:45 Identifying and Reporting Human Trafficking12:40 T.A.T.'s Resources and Training Programs19:46 Engaging with T.A.T. and Making a Difference25:02 Final Thoughts and Call to ActionKeeping it Safety Dawg Simple!#trucksafety #truckinsurance #truckpodcastDo you need a "Truck Driver Safety Policy?" Get it today! https://safetydawg.com/policySupport the show