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The Road to Safety

| April 16, 2024

Best Practices for Work Zone Awareness

Highway and street construction workers face significant risks working alongside passing motorists, construction vehicles, and heavy equipment. The dangers increase when machinery is positioned incorrectly, signage is insufficient, or workers fail to adhere to safety protocols. These hazards can have severe consequences, potentially resulting in injuries or even fatalities. All parties involved in road construction projects must always prioritize safety to prevent tragic incidents from occurring. This includes proper training, clear communication, and strict adherence to safety guidelines to ensure the well-being of all workers on site. Check out our best practices for staying safe in work zones.

Preventing Shoulder Injuries in the Logging Industry

| July 18, 2023

Safely Secure Your Load

Shoulder injuries can cost a significant amount of money. In the logging industry, shoulder injuries are often due to the method workers use to secure their loads. Here are a couple of options for you to consider to reduce shoulder injuries.

Driving Tips for Log Truck Drivers

| February 28, 2023

How to Tackle Tail Swing Radius, Turns, Curves, Backing, Stopping, Parking, Night Operation, and More

Log truck drivers are an integral part of the transportation industry. As such, it is important to ensure their safety on the roads. To encourage safe driving practices, we have compiled a list to help log truck drivers tackle different situations they may face while on the road.

Designated Safe Zones at Logging Operations

| January 31, 2023

Safety Recommendations for Truck Drivers, Employees, and Contractors on the Loading Dock

Loading and unloading logs are dangerous practices, and the potential for injury or death should never be underestimated. It is essential that those involved in the process are aware of the risks and take the necessary precautions to ensure their safety. All drivers, employees, ground workers, and contractors should be adequately trained in the proper procedures and safety protocols to minimize the likelihood of an incident occurring. The cost of an incident can be exorbitant, and it is in everyone's best interest to ensure the safety of all involved.

Slips and Falls in the Logging Industry

| August 23, 2022

Good Practices to Keep on Your Feet and Stay on the Job

Slips and trips are common causes of workplace injuries. The CDC reports in 2019, 27% of nonfatal work injuries that lead to days away from work were due to slips, trips, and falls. The logging industry is no exception. Continue reading to learn more about common hazards of slips and falls in the logging industry and good practices to keep your crew safe.

Carbon Monoxide Exposure

| February 15, 2022

6 Ways to Control Carbon Monoxide - The Silent Killer

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas known as a "silent killer." When breathed, CO displaces oxygen in the blood and deprives the heart, brain, and other vital organs of oxygen. Large amounts of CO can overcome you in minutes without warning, causing you to lose consciousness and suffocate. According to the CDC, each year, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional poisoning, 20,000 visit the emergency room, and over 4,000 are hospitalized.

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