Safety Alerts

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  • Driver Distraction Sends Logging Truck Over Embankment

    Alert Type: Industry Alert
    Date: 2023/03/14

    A log truck driver escaped unharmed after his vehicle left the roadway.   Learn more in this industry submitted alert.

  • MAG – Safety Alert – High Carbon Monoxide Readings

    Alert Type: MAG Safety Alert
    Company: BCFSC
    Location: BC
    Date: 2023/03/09

    Safety Alert Workers reported to the weekend maintenance supervisor about an abnormal melting / burning smell in the sawmill. The supervisor retrieved a Ventis MX4 detector used for confined space… Read More

  • Hydraulic Hose Failure Leads to Cut Tether Chain

    Alert Type: Industry Alert
    Company: Canoe Forest Products
    Location: Scotch Creek, BC
    Date: 2023/03/03

    While bunching using winch assist, the hydraulic hose for the boom burst, causing the boom to drop suddenly. Learn more in this submitted alert.

  • MAG – Safety Alert – Hydraulic Fluid Hazard

    Alert Type: MAG Safety Alert
    Date: 2023/02/27

    Safety Alert Anyone working on or around pressurized fluid systems are at risk of being exposed to hydraulic fluid hazards. Preventive measures and precautions must be taken as exposure to… Read More

  • Faulty Radio Leads To Close Call With Loaded Log Truck

    Alert Type: Industry Alert
    Date: 2023/02/27

    Using a faulty handheld radio during resource road travel leads to close call with a loaded log truck. Learn more in this industry submitted alert.

  • February 2023 Monthly Safety Alert – Planning for Emergencies

    Alert Type: Monthly Safety Alert
    Date: 2023/02/24

    Emergency Response Planning means preparing yourself with the right information, training and equipment to respond safely and efficiently if an injury or other unexpected event occurs.  Read more

  • MAG – Safety Alert – Finger Tip Amputation

    Alert Type: MAG Safety Alert
    Company: BC Forest Safety Council
    Location: BC
    Date: 2023/02/23

    Safety Alert A barker operator called to have a barker tool arm inspected. Millwrights were assigned to the task and locked it out. The operator tested the lock out which… Read More

  • Hazards of Snowshoeing in Steep Terrain

    Alert Type: Industry Alert
    Date: 2023/02/21

    An attempt to snowshoe up a steep slope resulted in a slide and fall injury. Learn more in this industry-submitted alert.

  • MAG – Safety Alert – Cyclone Fire Pelletizer

    Alert Type: MAG Safety Alert
    Company: BC Forest Safety Council
    Location: BC
    Date: 2023/02/15

    Safety Alert An external heater was used to melt the ice blockage on the exterior cyclone. There were no procedures in place for the use of an external heater. The… Read More

  • MAG – Safety Alert – Hidden Stored Energy in Radicon

    Alert Type: MAG Safety Alert
    Company: BC Forest Safety Council
    Location: BC
    Date: 2023/02/09

    Safety Alert Interactions with Gear Reducers/Radicons have been responsible for many serious injuries within the forest products manufacturing industry. When a conveyor gets plugged up or jammed, the Radicon or… Read More