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November 2021 Monthly Safety Alert – Log Truck Incident
On November 2nd, 2021, a school bus was struck by logs from a log truck in Barrhead, Alberta. The media reports indicate overhanging logs on the back of the trailer… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Pinched Finger In Hydraulic Cylinder
A mechanic and machine operator were working together to re-attach a hydraulic cylinder to an excavator. The machine operator was holding the cylinder in place with a pry bar while… Read More
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Fatality Alert – Oct 4, 2021
Preliminary Information: A pilot was fatally injured at a heli-logging operation on October 4th. The helicopter he was operating crashed into the ocean near Killam Bay which is north of… Read More
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October 2021 Monthly Safety Alert – Crush Hazards
Many serious injuries have occurred when a worker has been caught in between two objects. Also called being “in the bight” or in a “pinch point”, these types of crush… Read More
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Trailer Hoist Hazards
A logging truck driver was observed under a trailer hoist manoeuvring his trailer and air lines while the trailer was elevated, and another driver was operating the controls. This safety… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Grader Slides Into Pickup
A grader was called out to assist in pulling out a stuck pick-up truck. When the operator arrived, a plan was discussed to pull the pickup forward. The grader had… Read More
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Industrial Worksite Vehicle Incident
On October 15, 2021, a contract heavy duty mechanic was struck by his own service vehicle and was fatally injured. A safety alert shared with BCFSC indicated he was inspecting… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Pinched Finger Under Planer Plate
An employee and a contractor were changing the bed plate on the planer. The contractor had the bed plate held up with dunnage and the employee was guiding out the… Read More
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Safety Alert – Bear Spray
A field worker was working alone on a road layout project and discovered a black bear rustling in a nearby bush. He notified co-workers with a radio and decided to… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Dropped Steel Wheel
While performing maintenance work, a worker needed to manoeuvre a steel wheel. While rotating the wheel, the worker lost grip which caused the wheel to fall flat onto the deck,… Read More
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Fatality Alert – September 28, 2021
Preliminary Information – On September 28th, a worker was fatally injured when the excavator he was operating tipped over while constructing a back spar trail. Read More
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September 2021 Monthly Safety Alert – Hazards and Risks
The difference between hazards and risks is often misunderstood. Hazards are things or conditions that can cause an injury or illness. Risk is the probability of a hazard causing the… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Pinched Finger in Belt
Safety Alert While re-seating a drive belt back onto a kiln fan shaft drive sheave, a millwright’s gloved pinky finger became caught between the belt and sheave. The belt was… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Dropped Saw Blade
Safety Alert During a scheduled bandsaw change on the 8” canter an employee proceeded to remove the saw from the wheel prior to the saw cradle being lowered into position…. Read More
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Runaway Log Rolls Onto FSR
Crew was driving up the FSR when a chunk of log came speeding down the slope and off the cut bank of the road. It hit the truck and caused… Read More
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MAG- Safety Alert – Trailer Hoist Cable
During a log truck trailer lift, the trailer loader hoist cable broke causing the trailer to drop two feet and hit the ground. The cable broke during the start of… Read More
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August 2021 Monthly Safety Alert – Resource Road Driving
Jeff is a new supervisor responsible for training his field crews heading out onto resource roads. Considering the hazards they need to be aware of, Jeff wants to ensure they… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Blocked Photo Eye
To resolve edger feed stops, the sawmill edger operator called for supervisor assistance. A short wait would be required, and this was communicated via radio. The operator decided to manually… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Melted Connections
An electrician was called to troubleshoot a melted plastic odour at the Twin Bandmill MCC. He checked the bucket for loose or damaged connections and could not locate the cause… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Blown Tire
A shop worker had removed a rock between dual tires. As the worker went to collect the chain, the tire exploded, and road surface materials (rocks, mud, debris) flew into… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Finger Struck by Swivel Socket
Employees were tasked with replacing the gaskets in the heater pipe on the desiccant dryer. The flanges had been taken apart and the gaskets were replaced. To access the flange… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Hoist Malfunction
Two employees were performing a saw change for the Headrig bandsaw using a hoist in the filing room. The hoist was lifted, and Employee #1 began pulling the saw cradle… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Forklift Pinched Hand
A forklift operator conducted his pre-trip inspection at the start of shift and identified that the latch that holds the forklift door in the open position was not functioning. The… Read More
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TAG Safety Alert – Equipment Fire / Excavator
An excavator was widening an existing fireguard when an ember from a fire 9.1 m away flew into the air intake. The operator turned off the excavator and exited the… Read More
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July 2021 Monthly Safety Alert – VHF Radio Best Practices
Using a VHF radio is a common and essential activity for many forestry workers. There are many requirements and rules in place to keep the radio communication system operating effectively…. Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Dropped Saw Blade
During a scheduled bandsaw change on the 8” canter an employee proceeded to remove the saw from the wheel prior to the saw cradle being lowered into position. The saw… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert Grinder Wheel Ring Test
During a WorkSafeBC site inspection, the officer asked a maintenance employee how to “ring test” a grinding wheel. Grinding wheels must be inspected and “ring tested” before they are mounted… Read More
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June 2021 Monthly Safety Alert – Summer Safety
Safety at home, on weekends and on vacation is just as important as workplace safety. If you hurt yourself at home, the impact is the same – lost work and… Read More
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MAG – Safety Alert – Forklift Spray Paint Can Incident
A forklift was driving through the rough yard and went over a bump. A spray paint can was stored on the air ride seat. The air ride seat bounced when… Read More
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Heatwave puts outdoor workers at risk
Record breaking heat across BC brings increased probability of forest fires, and a very serious risk of heat stroke and heat exhaustion for outdoor workers. Employers should be treating this… Read More