Sharing safety innovations is vital for sawmills and wood fibre manufacturing because it encourages a spirit of continuous safety improvement. By exchanging ideas and practical solutions, we collectively reduce risks and foster a culture of continuous improvement, where the well-being of every worker is front and centre.
The BC Forest Safety Council, in collaboration with the Manufacturing Advisory Group (MAG), encourage companies to share their safety innovation ideas to reinforce a shared commitment to industry-wide safety excellence. This Safety Innovation initiative is designed to ensure that safety remains a top priority as the industry evolves.
Safety innovations are typically developed by workers who have identified an area of concern. These grassroots solutions are especially valuable because they are:
- Easily adoptable across different operations
- Proven to significantly improve workplace safety
- Targeted at high-risk areas such as Working at Heights, Safeguarding, Mobile Equipment, and Lockout procedures
Take a look at the latest Safety Innovation submissions that highlight practical, effective safety improvements:
- Tolko: Locking Out Gravity – A solution designed to prevent unexpected movement of equipment due to gravitational forces during maintenance.
- Interfor: Lockout Zone Safety Curtains – A visual and physical barrier system that enhances safety during lockout procedures.
- West Fraser: Using a Conveyor for Debris Management – A method to reduce
These innovations demonstrate how simple, thoughtful changes can make a significant impact on worker safety. By continuing to share and implement such ideas, we move forward together—stronger, safer and more united in our commitment to worker safety.