About Author Jeremy Shantz - Field Operations Veteran & Content Lead
Jeremy brings a unique “boots-on-the-ground” perspective to 1st Reporting. While he holds dual professional designations in marketing (PCM, CDMP), his authority in the health and safety space is built on over 23 years of direct operational experience.
Industry Background: Before transitioning to digital strategy, Jeremy spent 15 years in the industrial overhead door and loading dock industry—a sector known for high-risk environments and strict safety compliance. He rose from a Lead Hand to Service Department Management, where he was responsible for crew safety, incident reporting, and equipment compliance.
Prior to this, he founded and operated a commercial assembly business for 8 years. He managed field teams servicing major national accounts, including Walmart and Canadian Tire locations across Ontario. In this role, he implemented mandatory field reporting protocols to ensure quality control and safety compliance for thousands of assembly projects, ranging from store fixtures to equipment.
Why He Writes for 1st Reporting: Having authored over 350 guides, templates, and reports for 1st Reporting, Jeremy doesn’t just write about software; he writes about solutions for problems he has personally managed. He understands the frustration of lost paper forms and the critical importance of accurate incident data. He combines his operational grit with his communication background to help modern safety managers protect their teams and streamline their reporting.
Explore Jeremy's Articles Below
Streamline Service Truck Operations with Mobile Reporting
Unlock the full potential of your service truck operations with 1st Reporting – the ultimate tool for streamlining tasks, enhancing efficiency, and improving response
Oil and Gas Inspections: Efficient Compliance with Mobile Field Reporting Software
Discover how the 1st Reporting app, the revolutionary mobile field reporting software, is redefining oil and gas inspections. Streamline your compliance process with real-time
Construction Project Management: Mobile Reporting for Real-Time Updates & Progress
Dive into the digital revolution transforming construction project management with our latest exploration of mobile reporting. Discover how the 1st Reporting app is redefining
GPS and Location Data: Powering Efficient Utility Field Operations
Discover how integrating GPS and location data into your utility field operations can revolutionize efficiency and safety. Learn how 1st Reporting’s mobile app empowers
Streamline Workflows: Mobile Forms & Custom Workflow Automation for Field Operations
Streamline your field operations with mobile forms and custom workflow automation. Discover how to eliminate paper-based bottlenecks, boost accuracy, and gain real-time insights. This

A Comparative Analysis of Workplace Safety Trends in the USA and Canada
In our comparative analysis of workplace safety trends in the USA and Canada, we uncover intriguing insights into the divergent paths of health and