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Tool Box Talks must be signed. It’s now the law. This is not admission of guilt. This is only to prove, in the event of an accident, that the tool box talk was performed. You can and WILL be fired … Continue reading →

A blue flag displayed at one or both ends of equipment indicates that workers are in the vicinity of such equipment. When such signals are displayed the equipment must not be coupled to or moved. The removal of the blue … Continue reading →

Gangways do not get put into place until Lines are secure.

Attention: All Machinery Operators All machinery should be checked before operation and monitored during operation. Any problem (example: some lever or gauge doesn’t operate properly, there is some unusual noise) may be the sign of a much larger problem. Please … Continue reading →

There have been reports of dusty conditions at Vanterm. The dust comes from a variety of sources, including rail trucks, yard and adjacent sit es. The dust HAS NOT been found by HRSDC as exceeding regulatory levels. The dust will … Continue reading →

Hard hats are mandatory when lashing on container vessels. Please wear them for your safety. If you do not have a hard hat they are available at the Despatch Hall Paulo Branco, Business Agent.

Attention: Drivers Centerm & Vanterm NO cutting through the Gantry legs inside 100 feet. Heads up when driving under Gantries and RTG – beware of lids and containers overhead. NO cutting through container blocks in the yard. Paulo Branco, Business … Continue reading →

Open to all Shop & Safety Stewards This course is designed to assist shop and safety stewards in dealing wiOth the stress of workplace injuries and fatalities. This two (2) day course will be held towards the end of May … Continue reading →