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WorkSafeBC Summer 2024 Update: First Aid Regulatory Change
WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors has approved amendments to Part 3 of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, relating to occupational first aid (OFA). These amendments take effect November 1, 2024…. Read More
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Tree planter slips, suffers serious leg injury
A tree planter’s slip and fall results in a serious puncture wound. Learn more in this industry-submitted alert.
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June 2024 Monthly Safety Alert – Fighting Complacency
Companies with a good safety culture are often described as being vigilant. It’s this kind of mindset and attitude that keeps people sharp and on the lookout for potential hazards… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Hand Injury
Safety Alert An employee was attempting to clear a jam in a waste conveyor using a three-foot pike pole. They were working against the flow when debris from the tilt-hoist… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Serious Finger Injury
Safety Alert An incident occurred when a Saw Shop employee was using a Babbit mold to build plates. The employee has positioned a die grinder on top of the open… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Water Activities Working Alone
Safety Alert A Close Call occurred when an experienced Boom-man fell off a log and into the water. MAG – Safety Alert – Water Activities Working Alone MAG – Safety… Read More
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May 2024 Monthly Safety Alert – Equipment Operator Escape and Extrication
Equipment operators are often working in remote locations that can be difficult to access if something goes wrong. The following tips will help workers and supervisors prepare for emergencies, including… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Fall from Elevation – Loader
Safety Alert Due to an engine overheating alarm a worker exited the cab and stepped down onto the tracks to open the side engine access cover to check the turbine…. Read More
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June 2024 – Forest Safety Newsletter
The June 2024 edition of the Forest Safety News is now available. Read the latest issue by downloading a copy or read it online. June 2024 – Forest Safety News
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MAG – Safety Alert – Failure to Wear PPE
Safety Alert A Planer Millwright was changing a ~200lb Planer Infeed Roll Assembly, due to restricted space they had to change their means of transport and rigging. While lowering the… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Lockout Gate Securement
Safety Alert Every gate that accesses a lockout area must have signage indicating it is a lockout area. It must also be secured and require a tool to open the… Read More
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Worker Fatigue and Journey Management
Fatigue led to a driver falling asleep behind the wheel while on a forest service road. Learn more in this submitted alert.
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Log Falls From Trailer During Unchaining
The truck driver left the sort, leaving a spilled log on the ground and the incident unreported. Learn more in this industry alert from New Zealand.
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Woody Debris Ignites On Skidder
Faulty, damaged and worn machine components can be a fire hazard. Learn more in this industry alert from New Zealand.
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MAG- Safety Alert – Lost Time
Safety Alert A Stacker attendant was pushed by the lumber on the stacker table into the console/ live fence structure when they inadvertently stepped on the ducker lower pedal. They… Read More
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Tree planters need to know weather stations for specific blocks
Being aware of how to determine the representative weather station for a specific block is crucial for tree planters. Learn more in this submitted alert.
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Survey Invitation for BC Forestry Workers – Deadline Extended
Forestry Workers’ Perceptions on Safety Survey The Forestry Workers’ Perceptions on Safety Survey deadline has been extended to May 18, 2024. The BC Forest Safety Council (BCFSC) is inviting… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Hand Laceration
Safety Alert Two maintenance workers were in a storeroom conducting pre-job evaluations of sprinkler pipes that required replacing. They needed a ladder to get up high enough to determine the… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – 50% Caustic Spray
Safety Alert A worker was doing chemical prep and was about to transfer over 50% caustic from a railcar into the 50% storage tank. The worker did not hook up… Read More
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April 2024 Monthly Safety Alert – Preparing for Wildfire Season
Share the following information with your crews and take action to improve safety for the upcoming wildfire season. Read more
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MAG Safety Alert – Railroad Crossing
Safety Alert An empty truck and trailer were crossing the railway track approaching site 2 planer, when the CN Train pushing 16 empty cars on to site struck the truck… Read More
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Hazards of working around helicopter sling loads
Ontario mining operations incident results in fatality. Learn more in this hazard alert.
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MAG – Safety Alert – Fires Linked to Power Tool Batteries
Safety Alert In manufacturing more fires are happening because of power tool batteries, especially the lithium-ion type. Understanding the risk is important for all workers so they can stay safe… Read More
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ISC REGISTRATION
Join us on Thursday, May 9th at the Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre in Kamloops, BC for the BCFSC’s Interior Safety Conference (ISC). This annual event that brings together… Read More
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Solar Eclipse April 8: Protect Your Eyes
A total solar eclipse on April 8th will be partially visible in BC. Discuss the hazards with your workers and learn more in this BCFSC Alert.
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MAG – Safety Alert – Forklift Pedestrian Incident
Safety Alert An employee was heading out to their car on a designated walkway at the end of their shift. They noticed a large, loaded forklift parked near the walkway…. Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – T & G Hoist Safety Pin Failure
Safety Alert Two millwrights were fixing a scissor arm bearing on the outfeed hoist. They followed the correct lockout procedure of the hoist and installed the safety pin prior to… Read More
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March 2024 Monthly Safety Alert – Health and Wellness
In forestry, safety is always a top priority, but health and wellness are equally important. Promote healthy living in your safety programs and crew talks. Read more
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MAG – Safety Alert – Forklift Hand Crush Incident
Safety Alert An employee was seriously injured when the left fork of a forklift was repositioned too close to the centre of the carriage. The incident occurred when a bailerman… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Air Lockout
Safety Alert – Safety Innovation Air Lockout – In years past, workers have forgotten to lockout the air which is the only lockout involved in this area and would go… Read More