serving customers since 1994

dave mccashin, bsc. hons

PRESIDENT /  OWNER

Dave is personally involved with all programs, and guarantees quality, effectiveness and value. He has been conducting safety training programs over the past 25 years and understands the needs of the customer. He is a member of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides, a group which develops rope rescue standards that are recognized worldwide. Dave draws on the experience of affiliations with several manufacturers, safety professionals, government representatives, engineers and trade unions.

lorna price, bsc.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR AND LEAD TRAINER 

Lorna teaches all courses that are offered by the company.  She is an ironworker by trade and has been a rescue team leader for over a decade.  As well as providing training, she designs programs, writes and edits manuals and creates fall protection and rescue plans for our customers.

tara mccashin, M.Arch

GRAPHIC DESIGN + BUILDING DESIGN CONSULTANT

Tara is a full-time Intern Architect registered with the Alberta Association of Architects. In addition to her regular work, she is in the process of re-vamping the graphic design for The Response Group's website, training manuals, and marketing material. She is also working with Dave, to develop standards for intelligent building design, to improve building maintenance and worker safety from the outset.

industry experts

Over the last 25 years, The Response Group has built relationships with a multitude of industry specialists.  Understanding the subtleties of each industry is critical to ensure that workers have a stake in the process.  These subcontractors are required to meet the same high standards as company employees and are audited to ensure standards are maintained.