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WorkSafeBC’s videos address manual tree falling safety
December 6, 2022 By WorkSafeBC
Manual tree falling is a high-risk activity that has resulted in serious injuries and deaths. In this video, forestry professionals share their personal stories of the long-term impact falling incidents have had on themselves and on their crews. These stories highlight the importance of supervision in identifying and managing risk – no matter the size of the operation – and how supervisors play a key role in making sure fallers return home safe at the end of the day.
Visit WorkSafeBC’s Manual falling and bucking and Supervising for health & safety pages for more information and resources.
Other videos in the Supervision in Manual Falling series:
Challenges for Supervisors
Developing Effective Supervisors
Supervising to the Level of Risk
Support for Supervisors
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