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Injury Prevention Resources for Forestry - Yarding and Skidding

Falling & Bucking | Yarding & Skidding | Log Hauling | Silviculture/Tree Planting | Resource Roads | General


The following links list tools, publications, and other resources to help prevent the most common injuries and illnesses in the forestry industry. These resources may not meet all the requirements for health and safety in British Columbia. Please check the Workers Compensation Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, and related materials for specific WorkSafeBC requirements.

Cable Yarding Systems Handbook BK49

A comprehensive reference handbook for cable log-harvesting systems used in B.C. The safe work procedures detailed in this handbook are applicable to both coastal and interior logging operations.
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* PDF (2.7 MB)
* Available in print from Publications, Videos and Forms Distribution.

Grapple Yarder and Supersnorkel Handbook BK59

A comprehensive instruction guide for this important mechanized segment of the logging industry.
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* PDF (3 MB)

A Manual on Splicing

This manual contains simple how-to instructions for splicing on cable yarding systems. It also features information on creating the various splicing connections you need, along with special connections, such as Milly Hogans. Other subjects covered include special knots, general purpose knots and threading procedures. This manual should be used as a training tool for the new worker and a reference guideline for the experienced splicer.
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* PDF (4 MB)
* Available in print from Publications, Videos and Forms Distribution.

Finding a Safe Position: A Video Overview of Safe Work Practices for Cable Yarding in Forestry

Finding a Safe Position explores the key safety issues in the three phases of cable yarding: worksite planning, safe work procedures, and winter logging. The video illustrates common hazards with dramatic on-site footage, interviews with safety officers, and detailed graphic animations.
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* Free download or order a copy.

Setting the Standards for Safety: A video overview of safe work practices for mechanical harvesting in forestry

Setting Standards for Safety explores the key safety issues in the five phases of mechanical harvesting: worksite planning, safe work procedures, winter logging, guarding systems, and machine servicing. The video illustrates common hazards with dramatic on-site footage, interviews with safety officers, and detailed graphic animations.
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* Free download or order a copy.

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