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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
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MAG – Safety Alert – Planer Live Fence
Safety Alert An employee at a planer mill was grading lumber at the grade table. While performing the task, a broken piece of wood caught in the live fence just… Read More
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March 2024 – Forest Safety Newsletter
The spring 2024 edition of the Forest Safety News is now available. Read the latest issue by downloading a copy or read it online. March 2024 – Forest Safety News
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Helicopter Engine Failure
A helicopter being utilized to conduct bighorn sheep surveys experienced engine failure. Learn more in this submitted alert.
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February 2024 Monthly Safety Alert – SIFp
What is SIFp? Significant Incident Failure Potential (SIFp) refers to close call events with a high risk of serious injury or fatality. Read more
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Changes to Year-end Audit Due Date
A significant change to the SAFE Companies program taking place in 2024 impacting employers that normally submit audits in December. Please note: All other employers with audit due dates between… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Contractor Home Incident
Safety Alert A contractor was working at home on his vehicle when the wrench he was using made contact with one of the posts on the battery. The contractor was… Read More
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Processor Chain Shot Incident
It sounded like a gunshot when a processor’s chain broke. A piece embedded in the machine’s protective windshield. Learn more in this submitted alert.
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MAG – Safety Alert – Failed Electrical Connection
Safety Alert After undergoing routine maintenance on an air compressor, the unit was restarted. When it started back up, the green electrical cabinet suddenly blew open and a bright flash… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Press Outfeed Fire
Safety Alert A fire occurred at a press outfeed. It was caused by a build-up of material located in the area behind the chain cleaning boxes, in the top heat… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Forklift/Pulp Trailer
Safety Alert A forklift driver was driving into truck trailer to load pulp units into the trailer. The felt floor on the fifth unit gave way under the weight of… Read More
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TAG Safety Alert – Mobile Equipment | Rollover or Tipover and Fire
Occupational Health Safety (OHS) Regulation amendments to Part 16 – Mobile Equipment are currently in effect. These amendments address mechanized harvesting operations using a feller buncher, a timber harvester or… Read More
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CHAG Safety Alert – Mobile Equipment | Rollover or Tipover and Fire
Occupation Health Safety (OHS) Regulation amendments to Part 16 – Mobile Equipment are currently in effect. These amendments address mechanized harvesting operations using a feller buncher, a timber harvester or… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – High Potential Incident – Thermal Oil
Safety Alert A mechanical seal in a primary thermal oil transfer pump began to fail causing it to smoke and leak oil. After investigating the issue, operators followed procedure by… Read More
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January 2024 Monthly Safety Alert – Winter Hazards
In winter, forestry operations are presented with unique hazards such as cold temperatures, increased precipitation and unpredictable weather. Consider the following winter safety tips. Read more
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MAG – Safety Alert – Forklift Pedestrian Incident
Safety Alert A forklift driver trainee was loading the core feeding station on the layup line. A layup line operator-in-training was standing on the platform and leaning against the… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – SIFp – Loader/Maintenance Truck
Safety Alert Just before dawn, a worker was driving a welding truck on the main road of the plant from the scales to the back side of the mill in… Read More
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Trailer Hoist Failure: High Risk Close Call
A log truck driver was reloading his trailer with the hoist when the cable suddenly failed, dropping the suspended trailer to the ground. Learn more in this submitted alert.
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MAG – Safety Alert – Near Miss – Lockout
Safety Alert An employee entered a trimmer saw box to replace a four-foot (4′) saw belt. Before entering, they attempted to lockout. However, they did not complete the “test” portion… Read More
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TAG Safety Alert – Molly Failure
A log truck driver started lifting his trailer up with the trailer hoist. When the trailer was one foot off the truck, the molly broke and the trailer fell. The… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Hydraulic Pump Overheating
Safety Alert A truck driver pulled up to the truck dump to dump his first load of residuals at 7am. The driver noticed the B-train drop deck hydraulic pump was… Read More
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December 2023 Monthly Safety Alert – Use All Your Senses
It takes a lot of knowledge, skills and abilities to spot hazards and stay safe at work. This includes using all our senses. Read more
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Fatality Alert – Dec 8, 2023
On December 8th, a forestry worker was fatally injured at a dryland sort yard near Gold River, BC. Read more
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MAG – Safety Alert – Mobile Equipment Collision
Safety Alert A forklift operator picked up a load of wood to fill the in-feed. He reversed the forklift to allow an unloaded truck to pass. Once the truck passed,… Read More
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WorkSafeBC Update to First Aid Regulations
In April 2023, WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors approved amendments to Part 3 of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Regulation, relating to first aid. These amendments take effect November 1,… Read More