‘ ane, 1960 Joint Forest Products Safety Committee of Prince George have announced that Safety Week in the Northern Interior of B.C. was held this year from June 6, to June 11, instead of in May as formerly. The Committee headed by Jacob Holst, President of Local 1-424, JWA, along with R. D. Mc- Eachine, John Whitelaw and John Dinsmore, after considerable study and investigation, agreed it would be much more in the interests of all concerned if Safety Week in this area was held at a time when more persons were actively em- ployed. Seasonal Shutdown Due to seasonal shutdown for spring breakup, quite a number of lumber operations do not re- open early in May owing to bad WESTERN CANADIAN LUMBER WORKER road and weather conditions. This precludes the participation of a substantial number of workmen. “Target Zero” was the theme during Safety Week this year. The Committee had forwarded a series of posters and letters to Safety Committees, employers, etc., prior to Safety Week. In addition, there had been T.V. interviews, radio talks, and newspaper publicity to promote Safety Week in this area. Arthur Francis Arthur Francis of the Work- men’s Compensation Board par- ticipated in a television discussion concerning Safety Week and ac- cidents. The Joint Forest Products Com- mittee also sponsored publicity in the Quesnel and Williams Lake area. “Target Zero” Sets Theme Of Interior Safety Week JACOB HOLST Victoria Plywood Division Wins Top Awards Victoria Plywood Division of British Columbia Forest Pro- ducts Limited has achieved the highest safety record for the in- dustry in North America. During 1959 the Victoria ply- wood operation, which employs over 500 persons, worked the en- tire year accident free and for the second time in its eight year history has worked over one mil- lion man-hours without'a compen- sable accident — this record fs continuing. The objective now is to surpass all safety records in the history of the industry. In recognition of the outstand- ing safety performance of the em- ployees, the Company held a dinner and dance on Saturday evening, May 28th, at the Victoria Curling Rink for the entire crew and their partners. The evening was highlighted by the presenta- tion of a record number of safety awards to Mr. T. E. Burgess, Senior Vice-President. The awards were presented by leaders of Government agencies and in- dustrial associations and were as follows: The British Columbia Work- men’s Compensation Board Meritorious Award for the ply- wood operation having the best safety performance in 1959 and the Workmen’s Compensation Board Special Award for work- ing one million man-hours ac- cident free. These two awards were presented by Mr. Ablett, Workmen’s Compensation Board Commissioner. The National Safety Council Award for the best safety per- formance of large Canadian and U.S. plywood operations who are members of the National Safety Council, and the Award of Honor for bettering their previous record. Both awards were presented by Mr. “Scotty” Allison, Director of the National Safety Council. A pennant and flag from the Plywood Manufacturers Associ- ation of British Columbia in recognition of the best safety performance in the Association and for working over one mil- lion man-hours accident free. Mr. J. B. Armstrong, Manager of the Plywood Manufacturers of Brit- ish Columbia, presented these awards. : The Forest Products Safety Conference Award, emblematic of the best safety performance of plywood operation in Wash- ington, Oregon and British Columbia, was presented by Mr. W. Webster, President of this Conference. too close to the turn... Occupation: Rigging Stinger Age: 23 yean Experlence: 6 years A rigging slinger ond two chokermen choked 60 foot log which was under the back Ilne necr the tall bleck. The log was lying downhill on a steep sidehill and was choked approximately 15 feat from the end. The chekerman got in the clear cbove and behind the tum, the rigging sllngar stood on the hop of the haviback tall block stump. The rigging slinger gave the gu chead signal and when the log started fe move, It upended ead swung toword the teil hold stump striking a 35 foot sapling, The rigging slinger fan te get fn the clear, but was hit and immediately killed by the falling sapling. WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION BOARD OF BRITISH COLUMBIA Mr. H. Hamper, on behalf of the British Columbia Safety Council, presented a_ special award in recognition of the mil- lion man-hours of accident-free operation. Crew Praised In accepting these awards, Mr. Burgess paid tribute to the excel- lent teamwork of the entire crew and pointed out that prevention of accidents was one of the major responsibilities of an industrial enterprise. Joe Morris, Regional President of the IWA added his congratu- lations and pointed out the im- portance of accident prevention in union affairs. Time Out Air Marshal William Mac- Donald, commander in chief of the British Royal Air Force in the Middle East, and a _ crack pistol shot, lined up runners in the RAF cross-country race in Nicosia, Cyprus. “On your mark pee, Wet set... a. he. called, then pulled the trigger of his pistol and shot himself in the foot. * * * When Ear! Williams hopefully dropped his nickel in a_ pinball machine in Springfield, Ohio, the machine not only lit up but blew up. It took 15 stitches to put Williams back together again. Firemen said the machine was full of fumes from a car battery being recharged nearby, and that Williams’ nickel triggered an electrical current which touched off the explosion. Williams, is pitching pennies at cracks for ex- citement now. * * * Homely Woman: “Yes, it’s really a very romantic story. You see, George finally narrowed his choice down to the two of us. She was beautiful, shapely, charming, and witty—while about all I had was a soft heart and the ability to turn out tempting dishes.” Friend: -““Yes, yes, go on. What finally happened?” Homely Woman: “Wouldn’t you know? He married her—and hired me to cook for them.” /o* % * The orderly officer was going the rounds at breakfast and stopped at one table with the usual query, “Any complaints?” One man jumped to his feet and said: “Yes, sir, this tea tastes of chloride of lime.” The officer took the mug, sniffed the contents, then sipped deli- cately. “Nonsense,” he said, “that’s carholic acid!” * * * A man is never in worse com- pany than when he is beside him- self with rage. * * ® The world looks brighter from behind a smile, Local 1-367 Forms New Safety Council IWA Regional Safety Director, John T. Atkinson was a guest speaker at the meeting held by Local 1-367, IWA, Haney, in the 1.0.0.F. Hall, Mission City, May 28, at which a new Safety Council was instituted. Also in attendance were Art Farrell and Art Evans of Local 1-217, IWA, Vancouver. Through his wide knowledge of the subject-the Regional Safety Director was able to assist the Local Union with the formation of . the new council and guide the meeting to a successful conclusion. Traffic Controls Item in Hal Boyle’s column: In Milan, police carry water pistols with which they can spray—up to 30 yards—traffic violators who fail to halt on command. The pistols contain not water but an evil-odored fluid. And the culprit has to go to a police station to get another liquid that will remove the smell. * * * A drinking driver in Turkey gets a good chance to sober up when a traffic officer nabs him. The man is taken to a spot about 15 miles from his car and told to walk back. To make sure he follows through, the officer rides behind him all the way. RMING . . . A baseball pitcher needs to warm up befote he pitches a game . . . A car engine needs to warm up before the brake is released. ... A WORKMEN NEEDS TO WARM UP HIS MUSCLES AND HIS MIND BEFORE HE CAN WORK EFFECTIVELY AND SAFELY. The proper mental attitude can keep you free ‘from accidental injury. Be prepared for the hazards of your work. BRITISH COLUMBIA WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION BOARD