| 93 Nigel Kengen on the job. FORESTRY » Mike Hurring Logging recovery rate out of forests. He says that all crews conduct their daily tailgate meetings, monthly safety meetings, monthly equipment checks, pre-op hazard ID’s etc, relaying any issues with workshop or company supervisors and any making sure hazards raised are controlled. The company also conducts accident investigations and hazard alerts when needed. Topspot audits and awards are also a reflection of MHL’s systems, with employees consistently finishing first and/or top three both nationwide and locally in their respective tasks every period. A confirmation of MHL’s focus on health and safety is that from 2019 to 2021 it had a 12% decrease in incidents with a 68% decrease in days lost to lost time injuries, with production hours increasing 6% over the same period. MHL was started in 1986 by Josh’s father Mike. Services include harvesting and production thinning of forests/woodlots, training and a WOF accredited workshop. The company yard has two workshops. One consists of seven mechanics, engineers, an automotive electrician and general hands, mainly working on forestry equipment. The second WOF workshop has three mechanics and caters for all light and heavy vehicles servicing and repairs, light vehicle and trailer WOF and heavy vehicle pre-COF checks. There is a courtesy car for those from out of town that drop a vehicle in for a service or warrant while doing jobs around Balclutha. Tractor, forklifts and crane servicing/WOF accreditation is coming soon. MHL also has a training school, the only one in the South Island, which helps to produce the next generation to work in the logging industry. The school offers two simulators plus a range of machinery for students to practice on. MHL employs two trainers and students come to complete both practical and bookwork for their New Zealand Forestry Apprenticeship qualification through Competenz. It also offers courses teaching farmers how to safely operate chainsaws. • Log Cartage • Stock / Bulk • PROUDLY SUPPORTING MOUNT BROOK JERSEYS LTD Fertiliser • Gravel • Contracting • ransporting T 0800 22 5899 www.dtking.co.nz 03 225 8356 Otautau 03 225 5899 Pukemaori 03 234 8120 Riverton ROUDLY SUPPORTING MIKE HURRING LOGGING & CONTRACTING LTD PortBlakely.com
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