Message from the General Manager Despite the tragic incidents that have occurred this year, We shouldn’t forget the good things that are happening out there. We must get on with life and conƟnue to improve our safety culture and performance. In addiƟon to the fatality we have incurred two LTI’s this financial year. This has lowered our lost Ɵme incident frequency (LTIF) to 3.5 for the rolling 12 months ending November 2016. During the same period we incurred a total of 10 MTI’s, which is a significant improvement over the previous years. We conƟnued our LTIF free record with Forestry & LogisƟcs Staff. Log Yard and 3PY are now 41 months LTI free with Roading at 20 months LTI free at the end of November. We have made good progress with our Safety Leadership Workshops with Wiremu and Herewini. We have now completed 28 workshops, which puts us about 40% through the program. The feedback from those parƟcipaƟng has been excellent, with many comments on the benefits in safety culture and how it has posiƟvely influenced them in everyday life. Over the past year we have been struggling to get sufficient labour to complete our silviculture program. This has now been largely resolved with the engagement of the 40 strong CNI team. The number of people engaged in our forestry operaƟons increased from 58 in August to 105 in November, with our total workforce increasing by 14 over the past 12 months to a total of 485 at the end of October. I personally have made a major life changing decision to reƟre in April 2017. This follows over 44 years service with Pan Pac. My Ɵme with Pan Pac has been a way of life and I’d like to thank all of those that have supported me over that long period. Please take Ɵme to read this ediƟon of Hawkeye and apply some of the safety messages in it to your daily work rouƟne. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you that have been involved in our operaƟons over the past year and wish you a Safe and Prosperous Christmas and New Year. Our thoughts are with both Cushla and Cheyanne and their respecƟve families as they come together over the xmas break. Regards Brian Pritchard
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Message from the General Manager
Despite the tragic incidents that have occurred this year, We
shouldn’t forget the good things that are happening out there.
We must get on with life and con nue to improve our safety
culture and performance.
In addi on to the fatality we have incurred two LTI’s this financial
year. This has lowered our lost me incident frequency (LTIF) to
3.5 for the rolling 12 months ending November 2016. During the
same period we incurred a total of 10 MTI’s, which is a significant
improvement over the previous years. We con nued our LTIF
free record with Forestry & Logis cs Staff. Log Yard and 3PY are
now 41 months LTI free with Roading at 20 months LTI free at the
end of November.
We have made good progress with our Safety Leadership
Workshops with Wiremu and Herewini. We have now completed
28 workshops, which puts us about 40% through the program.
The feedback from those par cipa ng has been excellent, with
many comments on the benefits in safety culture and how it has
posi vely influenced them in everyday life.
Over the past year we have been struggling to get sufficient
labour to complete our silviculture program. This has now been
largely resolved with the engagement of the 40 strong CNI team.
The number of people engaged in our forestry opera ons
increased from 58 in August to 105 in November, with our total
workforce increasing by 14 over the past 12 months to a total of
485 at the end of October.
I personally have made a major life changing decision to re re in
April 2017. This follows over 44 years service with Pan Pac. My
me with Pan Pac has been a way of life and I’d like to thank all
of those that have supported me over that long period.
Please take me to read this edi on of Hawkeye and apply some
of the safety messages in it to your daily work rou ne.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you that have
been involved in our opera ons over the past year and wish you
a Safe and Prosperous Christmas and New Year.
Our thoughts are with both Cushla and Cheyanne and their respec ve families as they come together over the xmas break.
Regards
Brian Pritchard
WORK ING TOGETHER TO PROTECT EACH OTHER FROM HARM
Congratula ons to Mark Pi ar and the team from Mark Pi ar Transport for obtaining the ACC Fleet Saver discount back in November. Mark is the second trucking fleet headquartered in Hawke's Bay to win the accredita on. Conroy Removals picked it up two years ago for its na onal fleet of 75 furniture‐removal trucks.
CONGRATULAT IONS
The take home comment from this graph is not to repeat the high number of
inciddents that occurred between December 2015 to March 2016.
The favourable trend con nues! Only 15 posi ve results out of 529 tests conducted in the past twelve months. This has seen the level of posi ve results reduced by three mes of what was being recorded twelve months ago. Well
done – Lets keep the push going to reduce this to zero!
December 2015 to November 2016
December 2014 to November 2015
F O R E S T R Y
Name: Unit Standard:
Malcolm Adse 1224
Alistar Pren ce 6951, 6950, 17763, 43, 17766
Tori Heta 6951, 6952, 23411, 6950, 17763
Akuhata Hiki 17772, 17779, 22994, 23411
Alex Marsh 22994, 22998, 24574
Tipuranga Tipuna 17773, 17777
Hawea Walker 1243, 1245, 6951, 6952, 24575, 24579
Paul Watson 23411, 6952, 6951, 22998, 6916, 6972, 6973
Reed Powell 6935, 6943, 6944, 24584 Jason Har gan 17765, 24569, 24570
C A R T A G E
Name: Unit Standard:
Warwick Torr 24089, 3465
Darin Griffen 24089, 3465, 22994
Daniel Dodd Advanced First Aid
Sarah Diprose 22994
R O A D I N G
Name: Unit Standard:
Bryce Smith 20875
Doug McLean 17309, 22994
Gordon Hathaway 17309
MIKE POWELL
Cert. of Competence
B Grade Quarry Mgrs
Na onal Cert
Infrastructure Works
(Excavator, Bulldozer,
Grader)
WILLY VINCENT
Na onal Cer ficate
Infrastructure Works
Excavator L3
KAYNE WARNER
Na onal Cer ficate
Infrastructure Works
Excavator, Bulldozer L3
EDDIE TE KAHIKA
Na onal Cer ficate
Occupa onal
PETE STICHBURY
Na onal Cer ficate
Infrastructure Works
Excavator, Grade L3
CARO BRON
Na onal Cer ficate
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE ACHIEVERS
RICK LEITCH
Na onal Cer ficate
Infrastructure Works
Bulldozer L3
WARRICK FROGLEY
Cert. of Competence
B Grade Quarry Mgrs
MIKE KELLY
Na onal Cer ficate
Infrastructure Works
Bulldozer / Excavator L3
BRYAN COCHRANE Na onal Cer ficate Infrastructure Works
Bulldozer L3
WARREN HACK
Na onal Cer ficate
Infrastructure Works
Excavator L3
BRYCE SMTIH Na onal Cer ficate
Infrastructure Works
Excavator L3
GLEN O’FLAHERTY
Na onal Cer ficate
Head Breakerout
L4
ROWAN MOORCOCK
General Workplace
Safety L2
F&L IN JURY BY BODY PART— JULY TO DECEMBER
F&L IN JURY BY CATEGORY—JULY TO DECEMBER
Unfortunately the second 6 months of the year has seen another tragic fatality. There was also an LTI, 3 MTI’s, 29 minor injuries and 54 near misses. Lacera ons/cuts to the wrist or hand are the most common occurring injury, with sprains/strains to the leg and ankle also contribu ng significantly.
Suggested Tail Gate Topics: Focus on the details of your task—if something was to go wrong, what is likely to harm me? Safe Posi on—are you posi oned so that you can avoid being struck?
An incident occurred recently where the operator was climbing his pruning ladder for the first tree of the day. The ladder slipped causing him to grab the tree to prevent himself falling and in doing so sustained grazing to his foreman. The key finding was that he said his ‘mind wasn’t on the job at hand’ and because of that he hadn’t firmed up the ladder by stomping on the first rung to ensure that that s les were firmly located in the ground. This is an important message especially now summer is here and the ground is ge ng dry and hard. Make sure your ladder is secure and stable before you climb it and keep your mind on the job. There is a lot of ladder pruning coming up in the next 4 to 5 months so we need to be aware of these men oned hazards and carry on safely.
LADDER STABILITY
WATCH OUT FOR MOUNTAIN BIKERS!!
To all forest users in Tangoio forest, especially on Tinker road, watch out for Mountain Bikers!
Over the Xmas break there will be a significant increase in the amount of mountain bikers using the designated areas of Tangoio forest and possibly not all of them will stay where they are meant to.
To avoid any incidents Tinker road will have a temporary 30 km/hour speed restric on put in place un l further no ce.
Following November recording only 49% of the historic average
rainfall, December to date has also recorded well below average
rainfall. This together with higher than average temperatures and
westerly winds is drying the regions soils.
There has been extensive growth of grass and weeds with these
condi ons and together with cutover areas and young plan ng areas
we have large amounts of fine fuels within the district.
These fine fuels will ignite easily, genera ng enough heat to build up
a rapid rate of spread which will be very hard to put out before
significant damage can occur.
The condi ons are now posing a high fire danger in the coastal and
lower forest areas and if the current weather condi ons con nue the
higher fire danger will spread to all forests by early January.
It is difficult to eliminate all poten al sources of igni on but we can
protect our forests by complying with the Forests Opera ons Fire
Danger Codes, and being careful and vigilant.
Be prepared and be safe.
BE PREPARED AND BE SAFE
This incident occurred in a Rayonier waste thinning opera on, but it is well worth sharing: Background:
A waste thinner had just felled a tree on a steep slope and was moving downhill to the next tree.
While pushing through broken scrub he walked directly into a Mahoe (whiteywood) s ck that had been broken off by the felled tree.
The sharp s ck pierced his throat and his momentum and height made it very difficult for him to extract himself.
Due to the depth of the wound it entered his windpipe.
1cm further to the le would have punctured his jugular with poten ally fatal consequences.
S tches were required and a stay in hospital on an bio cs was necessary due to risk of infec on.
Hazard Assessment:
Be aware of the poten al for sharp ends to be created by felling especially in hardwood scrub such as Mahoe and Manuka.
Keep scanning ahead and move slowly and methodically.
When trimming around trees leave flat cut faces not spikes as these can impale you in a slip/trip/fall situa on.
Ensure helmet visor is down or glasses are worn when moving through broken scrub.
HAZARD ALERT—STAKE TO THROAT
Did you know that 69,000 Kiwi’s get skin cancer each year? Remember the following steps to ensure safe skin for you and your family this summer.
SLIP, SLOP, SLAP AND WRAP
1. SLIP on a shirt with long sleeves.
2. Fabrics with ghter weave and
darker colours will give you
be er protec on.
1. SLIP into the shade of an
umbrella or a leafy tree.
2. Plan your outdoor ac vi es for
early or later in the day when
the sun’s UV levels are lower.
1. SLOP on plenty of broad spectrum
sunscreen of at least SPF30.
2. No sunscreen completely filters
all UV rays. Always use other
parts of the system.
1. SLAP on a wide brim or cap
with flaps.
2. More people are sunburnt on
the face and neck than any
other part of the body
1. WRAP on close fi ng, wrap
around sunglasses.
2. Not all sunglasses protect against
UV rays, so always check the
label for a sun protec on ra ng.
SH5 / SH2 INTERSECTION
NZTA recently installed “bike crossing” signs for cyclists crossing the
bridges just north of the SH2 / SH5 turnoff. This was a much
appreciated and very proac ve safety gesture from NZTA and has
certainly improved safety for the cyclists crossing.
Be aware however the signs are very sensi ve and do some mes
also ac vate with traffic turning north on to SH2 out of SH5 or slow
moving traffic.
If the signs are flashing please slow down, whether you can see
cyclists or not.
INCIDENTS AT THE NAPIER TAUPO TURNOFF
To help support our request to have the Napier Taupo intersec on and bridges upgraded we are s ll colla ng and providing documented evidence to NZTA in the form of actual near miss incidents. We hope this may li the intersec on upgrade up the Na onal Works priority list. Please send details of any incident you witness, were involved in or you know of to: Chris Delaney [email protected] (06) 834 3259
Congratula ons to the 3PY on achieving 12 years LTI free in November. Keep
up the great work! You’ve done a fantas c job over the last few months,
managing periods of extremely high stem inputs, safely and
efficiently. However, it’s good to see the pressure coming off with these
volumes dropping away to a more sustainable level over Christmas and into
the New Year.
The new 4,200m2 of concrete in the QC area of the 3PY is progressing well.
The aim is to have pouring and e‐in work complete before Christmas and
ready for use in January.
The Log Yard also had a big month in November, se ng a new high for the last
18 months, with 98,975 tonnes of logs received and then delivered to the
Chipmill and Sawmill. Thanks to everyone involved in the safe and produc ve
way that the Log Yard has operated this year. In o en difficult condi ons,
you’ve managed to work well, individually and collec vely, to get products to
our customers safely, to a high standard and on me.
What you’ve achieved over the last 4 months:
Thanks again for all your efforts. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a
Happy New Year.
Stephen Leadley
3PY LOG YARD
Month Tonnes
Processed Average Tonnes
Per Day Delivered to Sawmill
Delivered to Chipmill
Total Tonnes Delivered
August 67,337 2,928 66,790 29,275 96,065
September 64,825 2,946 63,265 32,998 96,263
October 52,687 2,773 53,237 27,664 80,901
November 56,371 2,562 69,943 29,032 98,975
2016 has flown by and it is hard to believe it is nearly all over! With Christmas and New Year just about upon us we urge you all to take your time and watch out for all the holiday makers out there on the road.
It is the end of an era with Grant Robinson retiring this Christmas. Robbie has been carting wood into Pan Pac for the past 41 years. We all know how much extra work he has put in over the years helping others out and we wish him all the best for the future. Gary Lord also retired early this year. Gary carted one of the first loads that came into Pan Pac back when it first started in 1973. Thanks for all the years of service both Gary and Grant.
Back in August this year we installed MT Data and Drive Cam’s into the Pan Pac fleet. The performance improvement in the Health and Safety space are outstanding, but there is still unacceptable behavior from a minority of drivers that needs to be addressed. Cell Phone use, cornering too fast and seatbelts not being worn are the worst events that are showing up. It is very concerning watching these clips and the lack of concertation that these drivers have on the road.
MT Data is collecting a huge amount of information on all aspects of driver behavior and truck statistics. As we learn more about the system we are expecting far better utilization and efficiency to be applied to the fleet. We will also be able to make better decisions on where to send trucks and how long jobs are taking.
The telematics system is going to help us in the future as wood volumes with the Region increase over the next 5
Thanks to all the guys over the year that have sent extra trucks up to Gisborne to help out with that operation. It has been busy up there this year and the work is set to increase by 120,000 tonnes over the next 12 months.
Last of all please take care and enjoy your Christmas and New Year with your families.
Paul Teddy Distribution Co‐ordinator
WHAT WE KNOW
Blair Palmer was not expec ng the tree he was felling to
come back towards him.
He did not have a second or third plan in case the first plan didn't work out.
No ma er how experienced the worker is—manual tree
felling is a high risk ac vity.
Niko Brooking was not expec ng the shackle a ached to the
tail rope to flick over into the area he was standing.
He didn’t consider what he was doing as a high risk ac vity.
Niko didn’t understand for every ac on there is a reac on.
When the tail rope snagged—he didn’t consider the
poten al consequences.
WHAT HAVE WE LEARNT
Forest opera ons emcompass very high risk ac vi es.
All individuals have different percep ons of risk.
Although we have rules, regula ons and best prac ce they don’t cover
all eventuali es that the forest worker may encounter.
We must be regularly monitoring our contract workforce.
New legisla on demands both Pan Pac and the contractor share the
responsibility for worker safety.
Pan Pac supervisors need to be spending more me engaged with the
contract workforce.
When any serious event occurs it is important that every endeavour is made to understand what occurred and to then put in place improvements so that we will hopefully never be in the same posi on again.
The following ar cle provides a brief summary of the inves ga on findings for both Blair and Niko’s deaths and is intended to increase your awareness of your work environment.
As always, but especially at this me of year, our thoughts and best wishes are with both Blair’s and Niko’s family and friends.
WHAT WE HAVE DONE
Implemented a Pan Pac Tree Faller Cer fica on programme.
Held training and communica on sessions with all Tree Fallers.
Engaged external resources to spend more me with the Tree Fallers and
Breaker Outs.
Implemented new rules for tree fallers in wind
throw and when felling into standing trees.
Set new rules for hauler opera ons around safe
retreat distance in
rela on to backline
stumps.
WHAT ARE WE DOING
We need to move from a “Can Do” culture to a “Can Do Safely” culture.
We have completed a full review of our safety management systems.
We have engaged external help to facilitate 5 ½ day safety culture
workshops across our en re contrac ng and F&L staff workforce.
We have created a vision statement “Working Together to Protect Each
Other From Harm”.
We have developed a Safety Accord that every F&L contractor and staff
member has signed.
We have put in place a Safety Steering Group and have developed a 3
year Safety Improvement Plan.
We now have Pan Pac documents, audi ng tools and informa on
systems on mobile devices in the field.
We have an opera onal strategic plan to increase mechanisa on in tree
falling and breaking out.
Job Cartage Contractor—Longhorn Trucking
How long have you lived in Hawkes Bay?
27 years
Marital Status? In a rela onship for 2 ½ years
Children? Not yet
Interests? Motocross, trail rides, warbird aircra , fishing and flying
Where were you born and raised?
Born in Has ngs, raised 15 minutes out of Onga Onga CHB
What did you do before Pan Pac?
Drove tractors and trucks at Brownrigg Ag then metal trucks in Rayonier with Gair contrac ng. 5 years and 11 months with Alex Hayes.
How were you introduced to forest industry?
Through a friend who was washing Grant Anderson’s trucks.
How long have you worked in the forest industry?
7 ½ years
What do you like most about your job?
Seeing some pre y cool views, convoying with mates on long trips
What do you like least about your job?
Having to learn to use a computer again. And mud.
What are your achievements?
First 50max unit at Pan Pac. Owner Driver at 26 years old.
What are your goals? Take up flying as a hobby. One day own a few trucks, but first replace my bumpy Interna onal with a comfy Kenworth!
What do you enjoy doing in your spare me?
Working on my motorbike. Sleeping. Hanging out with mates.
CHANCE TO WIN A $1,000 GIFT VOUCHER
QUESTIONS:
1. What are the main headings on the front screen when you click on the APP?
2. What are the preferred colours for safety helmets? How long after purchasing should they be replaced?
3. What’s the maximum speed limit on forest roads?
4. Once you’ve clicked on MANUALS on the main screen, what options are available to you?
5. When you click on the Printable Version what website does it take you to?
6. When clicking on the Notebook at the top left of your screen, who’s email address is listed under Contact us?
7. What’s currently on our Bulletin Board?
8. How often should crews and crew members be involved in a realistic drill of their emergency procedures?
9. Whilst driving, what must you do if you are on an extended conversation, hands free?
10. All significant hazards that are beyond a Contractor’s control shall be….? (what)
These forms are to be faxed (06) 835-9288, hand delivered or emailed to Chris Delaney – [email protected] by Tuesday 31st January 2017.
Your Name:
Company & Crew:
Phone Number:
You will need to download our APP for our Forest Operations Manual via the Google Playstore or Apple Store to enter this competition (instructions on reverse). All our contractors, foreman, workers, operators, drivers etc are all welcome to enter (excluding Pan Pac staff). We are encouraging as many people to download this APP as a way for you to keep up-to-date with our latest news. If you have already downloaded the APP you are still eligible to enter.
All correct entries will go into a draw and the winner will receive a $1,000 Voucher (from your choice of Noel Leeming, Farmers, Mega 10 or Briscoes). 2nd place will receive $100 Hunting & Fishing Voucher and 3rd place a $50 Hunting and Fishing Voucher.
The competition will close on 31st January 2017 and the winner will be announced mid February 2017.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR DOWN LOADING THE FOREST OPERATIONS MANUAL
Go into the Playstore APP. Search for ‘Forest Operations Manual’, or forest or Pan Pac. Also available in the Apple Playstore
Press install
Once installed select the APP on your device screen and Select
You will be asked to fill in the following details:
Email
Password
Name, Surname
Phone
Address
Company Name
Contractor Type e.g. Cartage, Forestry, Harvesting (3PY), Roading, Log Yard, Other and Staff
Your membership will then be approved and you will receive notification of this.
Next time you click on the Pan Pac APP on your screen you will click on the sign in button and enter in your email address and password. Hopefully your log in will stay live for up to 2 months.
If you want access to images and maps you will need to download a copy of the Pan Pac Forest OperationsManual PDF version.
Click on MANUALS
Forest Operations Manual
Printable Version
Printable PDF Version
Click here to get the printable version.
Once opened this document will be stored under your download icon.
RECEIVING NOTIFICATIONS: In order to receive a SOUND with your notifications you need to go into your Phone Settings and make sure your sound is on and volume is up for notifications, just like you do for your ringtone etc. You will also need to turn the notification on in the APP (to the right)
