Log Stacking Safety

0.57 Hrs
SKU: JCOM-40212

Fiber is the main ingredient and primary expense in the manufacture of paper and board products. Both its price and availability fluctuate with supply and demand. To be successful, mills must be able to economically source fiber in an increasingly competitive marketplace. This module describes the three primary sources of fiber used in the production of paper and board, wood, non-wood, and recycled.

Log Stacking Safety

Course Details

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify the safety hazards and required personal protective equipment (PPE) associated with log stacking operations
  • List the components to inspect during daily equipment checks of log stackers and cranes
  • Explain the proper procedures for stacking and reclaiming logs
  • Describe best practices for unloading logs from trailers and managing pedestrian traffic in the woodyard
  • Determine appropriate fire prevention and response measures

Specs

Course Level
Intermediate
Languages
English
Compatibility
Audio, Video, MobileReady, Responsive
Based on:
Industry Standards and Best Practices

Author | Joelle Scheldorf

Joelle is a Chemical Engineer with a BS from the University of Washington and an MS from the University of Idaho. She worked as a Process Engineer at an integrated pulp and paper mill, an Instructor at the University of Washington, and a WinGEMS Simulation Software Engineer and Trainer before joining Convergence Training in 2006.

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