Entered	Alert	Description
11/1/2022 10:39:34 AM	Tool Usage	A safety perimeter of at least 3 feet is mandatory when working in co-activity (2+ workers) where one of the workers is using a hand tool (i.e., portable grinder, welding machine, saw, pole saw, chainsaw, hammer, sledgehammer, etc.), so as to avoid any exposure to lines of fire and while maintaining all PPE guidelines for each tool.
2/4/2022 6:03:15 AM	Urgent - Vehicle Airbag Recall	Urgent Airbag Safety Recall for 2008 Ford Ranger (see document for specifics located in the policy folders). Urgent Airbag Safety Recall - 2008 Ford Ranger.pdf
1/18/2022 11:04:06 AM	HOT WORK - Fire Watch	Effective immediately, the Coosa Policy has been updated to increase fire watch following hot work to 1 hour.
3/3/2021 1:05:36 PM	POLICY UPDATES	Please review updated Coosa Policies: SAF-1.25 Operation of Aerial Lift Devices, SAF-1.27 Barricade Policy, and SAF-1.34 Hand and Power Tools. Updates are noted on the Record of Revisions page within each policy.
1/19/2021 6:51:40 AM	Policy	Please review the "Contractor Risk Analysis (RA) 360 9-11-20 Rev 1" that is located in the Safety Procedures section of this website. Any time you perform work on the Coosa or TCM Sites, you are to complete a 360 RA prior to work beginning.
9/3/2019 8:43:15 AM	RECALL - PPE	MANDATORY STOP USE NOTICE: Review document in "Safety Policies" titled MightEVAC-MightyLite-End-User-Safety-Notice_2.pdf for recall information.
2/5/2019 1:45:18 PM	SAFETY ALERT	Please review safety alert in the safety policies section, SAC-2018-05 regarding acetylene cylinders and storage.
8/7/2018 3:55:24 PM	POLICIES	SAF-1.36 Electrical Safe Work Practices Policy & SAF-1.37 Energized Equipment Work Permit Policy and Permit have been updated and added to website for your review.
7/12/2018 9:03:09 AM	MANDATE	Review SAC-2018-03_Keno_FA_2018-06-19 and IR-2018-12_Mistassini_LT_2018-03-25 (located in Safety Policies Tab). Ensure your employees who may be exposed to these types of hazards understand the mandates associated with the incidents.
6/26/2018 9:33:24 AM	Updated Procedures	The following procedures have been updated to include clearance of at least 10' from pedestrians when possible and sounding horn: SAF-1.19: Operation of PITs; SAF-1.20: Utility Vehicle Safety; SAF-1.25: Operation of Aerial Lifts; SAF-1.35: Vehicle Safety.
2/27/2018 1:38:45 PM	LADDERS	New mandatory ladder policy / permit. Review two files under Safety Policies section: 1) LADDER - Coosa Contractor Portable Ladders_Stepladders_Extension ladders Requirements & Guidelines 2018; 2) LADDER - Portable-Step-Extension-ladder Permit-v2.
6/29/2017 4:58:25 PM	PROCEDURE	SAF-1.35 Vehicle Safety is a new policy. Please review under Safety Policies.
6/20/2017 11:31:06 AM	Contractor Vehicles	Regular contractors who circulate on RFP sites (loaders, vans, trucks, pickups, lift trucks, etc.) are to be equipped with back-up alarms that are loud enough to be heard at all times.
4/26/2017 3:10:14 PM	Updated Procedure	SAF-1.34 Hand and Power Tools policy has been updated to include Section 3.5 Hydraulic Jacks and/or Port-a-Powers. Please review. (1/26/18)
4/18/2017 11:07:58 AM	FUEL CONTAINERS	Portable fuel containers shall be metal, must have tight closures with screw or spring covers, and shall be equipped with spouts or other means to allow pouring without spilling. Leaking containers shall not be used.
4/10/2017 2:27:16 PM	SAFETY Alert/Recall	SAFETY ALERT: Bosch Grinders GWS 20 / GWS 22 (See document "Safety Flash APR2017 Bosch Grinders.pdf" under "Safety Policies".
4/7/2017 7:54:36 AM	Stairway Fall Protection	SAF-1.10 Fall Protection Policy updated 4/6/17 to add Section 7.3 Handrail Systems on Stairways. Please review updated policy for details.
2/3/2017 3:05:46 PM	ATMOSPHERIC MONITORS	Contractors shall provide their own atmospheric monitors for all confined space work. These monitors shall be configured for the following: Chlorine Dioxide <0.1 ppm; Carbon Monoxide <35 ppm; Combustible (lel) <10%; Hydrogen Sulfide <10 ppm; Oxygen 19.5 thru 23.5%. Contractors shall provide proof of calibration upon request.
1/27/2017 4:28:39 PM	FALL PROTECTION	- At Coosa, 100% tie-off is required. - Effective 4/1/2017, shock-absorbing lanyards are no longer allowed. Self-retracting lanyards are required.
1/27/2017 4:27:25 PM	PPE Policy Updates	- Side shields must be made into the frame of the prescription safety glasses to create a tight/safe fit. - Lime Kiln was added as having requirement for dust-resistant safety glasses or goggles (to help define "other dusty areas"). - High-visibility safety vest, shirt, or jacket is required to be worn in the woodyard at all times, whether walking through or working in the area. The high-visibility clothing shall be tight-fitting enough as to not cause issues with being caught on or in equipment and/or materials. - Electrical Hazard (EH) footwear compliant with ANSI standards is required for use by Electrical Personnel.
1/18/2017 2:03:26 PM	Chemical Systems	Chemical Systems (includes chemical feed systems, spray carts, applicators, etc.): - These systems will be constructed of materials and of a design that are compatible with the chemical. - Chicago fittings are never to be used on hoses containing chemicals (IR 2016-07 GRE). - Chicago fittings are never to be used on hoses containing extreme heat termperatures for which they are not rated. (GB)
12/9/2016 1:48:58 PM	POLICIES/PPE	All companies are required to comply with all Resolute Forest Products-Coosa Pines Safety Policies. Personal Protective Equipment must be supplied by the contractor company and available upon beginning work.
12/9/2016 1:44:51 PM	Contractor Identification	Contractors are required to identify their vehicles used at the Coosa mill with their company name on both sides. Identification may be permanent or temporary. Contractors are required to identify their hard hats with the name of their contract employer.
12/7/2016 3:47:42 PM	TOBACCO POLICY	Coosa is a non-smoking facility.
12/7/2016 3:46:20 PM	Winter Weather:	When winter cleats are required, a sign at the main mill entrance and the scale house entrance will be displayed stating "WINTER CLEATS REQUIRED". When the sign is in place, you are to wear cleats over your work boots at all times while outside on mill property -- from the parking lot in.