Out of the Woods

Volume 30 Issue 3, 2019

30 th Rejuvenating the Mission to Embrace New Vision

Inside: 2019 SWPA CLE Schedule & Registration Form

Directors’ message

SEPT/OCT Executive Director Tommy Carroll

30th Anniversary The year 2020 will mark the thirtieth anniversary of the formation of the Southeastern Wood Producers Association (SWPA). This anniversary marks a great achievement of the loggers of Georgia and Florida.

Many of the founding fathers are still active in the business of the association. In 1990 the concept of a logging association in the southeastern United States was a new concept. Only Mississippi at that time had formed such an organization. At the time, worker’s compensation insurance was the driving force on loggers forming their own organization to gain some control over business and governmental issues where there was no voice representing just the interests of logging companies. Right out of the gate the SWPA was able to achieve equipment sales tax exemptions on logging equipment for both Georgia and Florida logging companies. That was twenty-five years ago. Imagine the millions of dollars that have be saved over the years since.

Today there are twenty-seven state logging associations representing thirty-four states. All these associations support and form the American Loggers Council, which monitors issues at the national level. One of the biggest challenges ahead to continue the work and success of these organizations is the recruitment of younger men and women that have the desire to continue in this difficult profession. The SWPA is in the best shape in its existence both financially and active membership.

While there are many logging companies that are not members, the hundreds of companies that are represent the best of the best.

In September the SWPA will undergo a five-year business planning workshop to set future goals to embrace the coming challenges as well as plan for the succession of staff and board members. The future of all logging associations and their future success will depend on the participation of new generation leaders with fresh ideas and the assets and tools to make them happen. More information on how to get more involved with the SWPA in a leadership role will be forthcoming in the months ahead.

Switching to another subject, 2020 will be an important election year that will determine the future direction of the United States as to whether capitalism remains the form of government or will socialism take over. It is not too early to begin studying the candidates and issues to be voted on. At the federal level, all 435 members of the house and 33 senators are up for re-election not to mention the president. Both Georgia and Florida will also have many seats up for re-election at the state level. Votes will determine what direction this country ventures the next four years and beyond.

The SWPA annual meeting will return to Waycross, Georgia next March 5 through 7, 2020. This is great opportunity for logging companies and other associated companies to join in fellowship and fun activities while discussing common issues and solutions affecting the logging industry.

Fall 2019 continuing education workshops are being planned so check the SWPA website calendar for dates and locations at swpa.ag Pam and I are always available to assist you in any way we can so please do not hesitate to reach out to us. The SWPA is a large organization so please keep us posted on regional issues affecting your businesses.

“The only limit to our realization of tomorrow

will be our doubts of today.”

-- Franklin D. Roosevelt

Tommy Carroll is the Executive Director of the Southeastern Wood Producers Association, Inc., which represents logging professionals in Georgia and Florida. The SWPA Inc. is Headquartered in Hilliard Florida. For more information please contact us at (904) 845-7133 or you may contact Tommy directly at (478) 952-2809. website: ww.swpa.ag Tommy’s email: tcarroll@swpa.ag

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A Quarterly Publication of The Southeastern Wood Producers Association

Contents REGULAR FEATURES The Southeastern Wood Producers Association (SWPA) is a non-profits organization founded by loggers for loggers with a mission to represent and support professional timber harvesting businesses.

Since 1990, SWPA has been the leading voice for logging companies in Georgia and Florida. The SWPA board of directors has dedicated itself to this important mission. The primary objective is to protect the interests and stability of reputable harvesting-transport companies and to be a player in supporting proactive positions on issues that affect our industry. Some key issues are: • Establish a Positive Public Image of Wood Producers • Provide Quality Continuing Education Workshops • Provide Legislative Liaison Services for Members • Encourage Responsible Environmentalism • Report News & Economic Data • Monitor Workers’ Compensation & Other “Cost of Doing Business” Issues As the SWPA focuses on its primary objective, the staff and leadership respond frequently to members individual requests for assistance in helping resolve regulatory interpretation involving transportation and harvesting issues in both Georgia and Florida.

This has lead to a more consistent application of these regulations and development of a system to challenge misinterpretation of the laws as well.

The SWPA continues to lobby on issues of logging companies at the state level in Georgia and Florida.

It also supports the American Loggers Council in lobbying on federal laws affecting logging companies throughout the United States.

Many educational resources and events are offered by the SWPA to educate its members on regulatory compliance as well as new technologies that will benefit the industry.

Check out the SWPA website at swpa.ag to learn more about the organization and ways for logging companies to help support the mission which is, “Loggers Supporting Loggers”.

Director: Tommy Carroll Publisher: SWPA Inc. P:(904) 845-7133 F:(888) 252-3919 WEB: www.swpa.ag Graphic Designer: Jason Wynn “Out of the Woods” distributed quarterly.

SWPA - Director’s Message ..................................................................3 SWPA - Officers Page ................................................................................5 SWPA - From Our President ...............................................................7 SWPA Safety Pages ............................................................................ 14-15 Purchase Power Partners .....................................................................18 Out of the Woods Advertisers Index .......................................23 Membership Information ...................................................................24

FeeEATURE ARTICLESee Georgia Forestry Commission - Director’s Corner ........8 Florida Forest Service - Director’s Desk...................................9 ALC – As We See It.................................................................................... 10

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Volume 30 Issue 3, 2019

30 th Rejuvenating the Mission to Embrace New Vision

Inside: 2019 SWPA CLE Schedule & Registration Form

SWPA Executive Officers 2018 - 2020 President: Scott Gies Gies Timber & Land Inc. Scott first joined the SWPA after leaving the consuming side of the industry to establish a logging business in early 2007. He was elected to serve as a Board member in 2010. Scott’s harvesting operations are primarily in northeast Florida and southeast Georgia. He is married to Sheila Gies and has a daughter, Jennifer Hale (husband Clint Hale), granddaughters Ella and Anna, grandson Blake Hale, son Douglas and daughter in law Lindsey Gies and granddaughter Charlee Gies and a daughter Kelli. Scott was also a Florida Logger’s Council member of the Florida Forestry Association. When asked why he serves loggers as an SWPA Board Officer he said: “I feel that it important for those of us in the timber harvesting profession to have a unified voice. We are the ultimate stewards of the forest, and unless we as group make this known there is an assumption that we are not. By serving the members of the SWPA it is my hope to help get this message out to the public at large.”

Vice President: Russel Fowler Flint River Timber of GA, Inc. Russell received a B.S. in Forest Resources in 1988, then started his career in the industry working for G.P. and the former Stone Container in the Big Bend of Florida and southwest Georgia. His exposure to the industry in the early 90’s, along with its changes, led to the founding of a private wood dealership, Flint River Timber in Cairo, GA. The buying and selling of wood developed into investment in the logging business. The support of sub-contractors and company owned logging crews is vital to the success of a modern day timber dealership. Russell has always supported loggers and feels communication between forestry associations, the public and the industry is essential.

Involvement with the SWPA is the most important link in accomplishing this task.

Secretary-Treasurer: Jerry Gray Gray Logging, LLC Since that age, Jerry has “lived” in the woods. At 13, he was using a chainsaw. At 15, he was driving a cable skidder.

At 18, upon graduation, he was full-time in the woods. At age 40, he became the manager of Gray Logging, LLC. That was nearly 16 years ago. During those 16 years, Jerry has been proud of the many achievements he and Gray Logging, LLC have accomplished. Under his leadership, the company has grown from one to two logging crews. He also co-owns Genesis Timber, LLC with his son-in-law, Matt Webb. Today, Jerry still loves the woods as he did as a little boy. Today, combined with that love, Jerry has a passion, a knowledge, and the experience to handle various timber needs. He is excited about the future, helping land owners with their needs and being a part of the timber industry.

Past President: John Lane Coastal Logging Co. Inc. John Lane’s childhood memories stem from working in the woods on his father’s logging crew. Growing up in the industry made it easy for him to begin his own business in 1981. He and his wife Donna started Coastal Logging Co from humble beginnings and today it has grown to a three crew operation. John’s son, Johnny, and his wife Sarah are active in the business as well and represent the fifth generation of the Lane family in the timber industry. John serves in the national logging association, the American Logger’s Council, as SWPA’s representative, within the Georgia Forestry Association as well as the Glynn County Forestry Commission. John stated that he got involved because: “I felt it was my responsibility to become more active in issues that affect loggers and the future of the logging industry.”

Executive Director: Tommy Carroll SWPA Inc. Tommy Carroll, Executive Director of the Southeastern Wood Producers Association (SWPA), has 37 years of experience in the timber harvesting industry. This includes 10 years with Union Camp Corporation working as crew foreman on company timber harvesting crews and later as a wood yard manager. For the next 15 years, Carroll was employed by Canal Wood Corporation as Harvesting Compliance Coordinator. The primary focus of this position placed an emphasis on safety and environmental compliance programs with Canal’s timber harvesting contractors and company facilities throughout the south eastern and mid-western United States. Carroll began work for the SWPA in 2001 first as Education Director and became the Executive Director in 2007. Carroll served as chairman of the Georgia Forestry Association’s Logging and Transportation Committee from 1996 to 2000 and currently sits on Georgia’s SFI Statewide Implementation Committee and Logger Education Committee.

F rom our president

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Greetings I hope this article finds everyone in good health and spirit. Well in NE Fl/SE GA the rains finally have subsided to a more “normal” pattern, of course we are headed into hurricane season.

Hopes and prayers that we are spared from anything like what the panhandle of Florida and southwest Georgia experienced last October when Hurricane Michael came ashore.

With the dryer weather we have experienced some quotas at mills, but it has been nice to not have to fight water and mud these past few months. The Chinese trade war and tariffs have really impacted the overseas log markets, basically all but shutting them down. The hope is that when this passes it will be to the benefit of the US suppliers. We have all heard the adage “Short term pain for Long term gain”, this China situation is something that has gone on too long and something must be done.

I stand in support of President Trump and the negotiators for the USA.

The fact is....

SWPA CANNOT MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD WitHout Your HeLp

Want to help?

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A group consisting of the Executive Committee and several other board members has been formed and charged with spending the weekend of September 13-14 at a workshop with the purpose setting a plan for the long-term future of your association. This workshop will be felicitated by Tom Trone, a former national head of a major forestry equipment company. The group will come out of the weekend with a 5-year vision and goals for the association as well as a longer-term plan to help guide future boards.

The American Loggers Council will hold their annual meeting this coming September 26-28 at Perdido Beach Resort, in Orange Beach, Alabama it would be good to see a large contingency of SWPA members attending.

Be safe Scott

Continuing Logger eduCation (CLe) Workshops Continue your logging education with help from a group that cares about your safety and success. Set aside time to attend continuing logger education (CLE) workshops, sponsored by the Southeastern Wood Producers Association. These programs are created to help loggers enhance their skills, safety practices, and understanding of industry regulations.

For more information visit: https://www.swpa.ag/education/workshops/

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legislation education information

G eorGia ForestrY commission DirECTOr 'S COrNEr c huck W iLLiamS, d irector

Summertime Survey Summertime is synonymous with vacation time, but folks in the wood business know there’s one group that works overtime during the hot months: pine bark beetles. These destructive pests move fast and can wipe out hundreds of acres in record speed, causing heavy losses to timber and income. The Georgia Forestry Commission’s Forest Health group works diligently to predict annual beetle activity and help landowners take steps to mitigate potential losses.

The Southern Pine Beetle Prediction Trapping program consists of a trapping survey conducted to coincide with redbud bloom in March. This year, 45 traps baited with a three lure system (Frontalin, Sirex and the endo-brevicomin flexlure) were placed in 38 counties statewide. Six weekly samples were collected from each trap. The number of SPB and clerid beetles, SPB’s natural predator, were counted each week. Results are collated for an overall SPB per day number. The USDA Forest Service formula for predicting SPB takes the number of SPB collected over a two-week period in the current year, and the number of SPB spots in that county last year, to come up with an overall SPB activity prediction.

Survey results for 2019 indicate overall SPB activity is expected to be low across the state. Counties with the highest probability of having any spots (60-80%) are in Jones, Putnam and Rabun Counties. Greene and Stephens Counties have a lower chance of activity at 40-60%, and Bartow, Clarke, Haralson, Lumpkin, Quitman and Randolph Counties are at 20-40%. The remaining counties surveyed fall at less than 20%.

These prediction models help guide landowners - and those who work with them - in management decisions.

The best advice is for landowners to manage for healthy pine forests with techniques such as thinning, prescribed burning and invasive species control. Stands that are over-stocked or over-mature are often stressed, which is as good as the sound of a dinner bell for pine bark beetles. Signs that they’re feasting - which should be reported if noticed - include pine needles that turn from green to yellow to red and brown, pitch tubes, boring dust, S-shaped galleries and blue stain.

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The Forest Health Group is also beginning the pine bark beetle aerial survey now. This survey will cover a significant portion of the state and will provide a good picture of the actual activity. GFC foresters will notify landowners of any infestations sighted on their property. Foresters can help identify pine bark beetles and recommend control strategies to reduce timber losses.

Georgia has three basic types of pine bark beetles; the highly destructive southern pine beetle and the less destructive Ips engraver and black turpentine beetles, each requiring different levels of management.

It’s critical to move swiftly when beetle activity is detected. Get results from GFC’s aerial surveys and updates on activity statewide at GaTrees.org.

F Lorida Forest service DirECTOr 'S DESk

J im k areLS, S tate F oreSter

Good Neighbor Agreement impacted by Hurricane Michael Last fall, the Florida Forest Service was preparing to announce the first timber sales under the Good Neighbor Authority (GNA), an agreement authorized under the 2014 Farm Bill that allows the USDA Forest Service to enter into cooperative agreements with state forestry agencies to perform watershed restoration and forest management services on National Forest System lands to keep our forests healthy and productive.

Just one year after entering an agreement under the GNA with the Apalachicola National Forest (ANF), the Florida Forest Service opened bids for the timber sales. Stands were identified, cruised and marked – the work had been completed and the first sales were in process just days before Hurricane Michael made landfall on October 10, 2018.

The stands in the agreement with ANF suffered light to severe damage by Michael, with the majority occurring in natural timber stands. Consequently, the timber sales in process were canceled,

and a small salvage logger was secured to harvest downed and damaged timber.

Keeping the benefits of our forests requires forest management and no one group can do it alone. Good Neighbor Authority projects contribute to the local social and economic community, providing job opportunities as well as healthy forest management and fuel reduction on national forest land.

As the Florida Forest Service continues to address the impact of Hurricane Michael on the people who live and work in the logging and timber industry, we remain confident that Good Neighbor Authority projects will play a positive role in the recovery process.

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As We See It The American Loggers Council is described as “loggers working for loggers.” The forest products industry is very broad and diverse in our country, ranging from forest land owners to manufacturers. The ALC works to promote and strengthen the whole industry. However at the end of the day, we are the only organization that focuses on supporting the needs and interests of professional timber harvesters. As loggers, we must stand up, speak out and support each other, because nobody else will.

“Loggers working for loggers” is a constant theme of our “As We See It” columns not only because it defines who we are, but how we as loggers can be most effective.

The strength of our organizations is our members- our 30 state and regional logging association members and our individual members. The ALC is at its best when everyone works as a well-oiled machine to achieve a shared goal, whether it’s passing legislation, promoting professional logging standards, or improving safety for log truck operators. When one part isn’t working, the machine tends to break down. And when loggers are active at the grassroots level, there’s nothing that we can’t accomplish.

I was reminded of this in June, when individual loggers and log truck drivers organized themselves as “Timber Unity” at the end of the Oregon legislative session.

Concerned about proposed “cap and trade” legislation, these individuals got together on Facebook and put together demonstrations at the State Capitol unlike anyone in Salem had ever seen. Its third demonstration, consisting of hundreds of log trucks, attracted thousands of people in the timber industry to make their voices heard. Timber Unity was successful in helping to defeat this harmful legislation, which as a top priority of the state’s governor and legislative leaders.

These loggers and log truck drivers didn’t show up because they were called upon by the Associated Oregon Loggers (AOL), our member association representing over a thousand logging companies. They showed up because they got informed-- thanks to AOL’s efforts to educate them--about how this legislation would affect them, and were passionate enough to put their work and businesses aside to go to the Capitol and make a

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difference. It is an example of how our industry is stronger when an association, with its professional staff and lobby team, is supplemented by an organic and truly-authentic grassroots effort of people supporting each other.

The ALC was launched 25 years ago when a group of loggers decided we needed a strong, consistent presence in order to impact issues on a national level.

As a trade association, we are stronger than ever. But an association itself cannot solve all the problems facing an industry. It requires commitment by individuals to get educated and to take the time to contact their legislators, attend the meetings and ultimately influence the decisions.

ALC and its association members will continue to travel to Washington DC to work on our shared priorities. Yet success for our industry always starts at home, at the grassroots level, of individuals taking responsibility for themselves to get involved and make things happen. That’s the true definition of “loggers working for loggers.”

The American Loggers Council is an 501(c)(6) not for profit trade association representing professional timber harvesters throughout the United States.

For more information please contact the American Loggers Council at 409-625-0206, or americanlogger@ aol.com, or visit our website at www.amloggers.com.

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chainsaw vs the Human Foot JJ Lemire

The modern chain saw is an engineering marvel.

Technology and design has allowed engine speed to exceed 15,000 RPM’s on some production saws. Coupled with a razor sharp saw chain, the chainsaw is a very effective tool. The same power and sharpness came lead to serious injury. In spite of an ever growing mechanical presence in the woods, the chainsaw remains a necessity for the occasional felling and topping.

In recent years, we have seen a rise of saw cuts to the feet. The first step to prevent these injuries is to make sure the saw engine and saw chain are properly tuned and maintained.

The cutting tooth of the saw chain is designed to REMOVE! • Saw chain doesn’t cut like a filet or hunting knife.

• On a 3/8 pitch chain, the cutter is 3/8 of an inch wide.

• Contact the body and it takes 3/8 of an inch of skin; muscle; tendon and bone – they are gone!

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Add some foreign material, (bar oil, dirt, pieces of shoe leather, etc.) to the wound area and this injury becomes quite serious.

Next in the loss control process is to AVOID CONTACT with the saw.

• Chainsaw kick-back is the culprit in the majority of all laceration incidents.

• Chainsaw kick-back happens seven times quicker than the human brain can react. » In the time a human can move a foot or shield a face, you are cut.

• Reduce kick-back injuries.

» Understand reactionary forces of the bar and chain – remember the kickback area. » Use proper bracing and a “thumb-wrap” grip to counteract these reactionary forces.

• The chain brake should be treated like a safety on a firearm. » When not cutting, the brake should be engaged to avoid unexpected chain movement.

• Proper body placement greatly reduces the risk of a serious laceration. » If the foot is not in-line with the saw chain, it won’t be injured there!

• Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment, (PPE).

• Cut-resistant foot wear is federally mandated for saw hands. Chainsaw cut- resistant foot wear can prevent or greatly reduce the seriousness of a cut.

• Protective foot wear comes in many forms and styles and is quite comfortable to wear.

• It just makes good sense; it’s like having extra insurance should a situation arise. As with any PPE, catastrophic injury can be prevented or reduced by its use.

• Do not forget to wear chaps as the same issues become life threatening if the main artery is cut.

However, the best tool is to train and educate to avoid having to rely upon the PPE for protection.

A chainsaw foot lacerations will be severe. Sometimes contact to the bone can occur which often requires bone-graft surgery. To avoid this possible crippling injury, use good work habits and proper PPE to reduce the chance of injury.

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Improper Hand Placement JJ Lemire

In the last several months, we had employees suffer crushing injuries to their hands or fingers and two employees lost a finger or fingers to improper hand placement. We use our hands so constantly that unfortunately, we take them for granted. Due to the lack of awareness or carelessness, hands and fingers are among the most frequently injured parts of the body. The National Safety Council reported that in a recent year over 530,000 disabling hand and finger injuries occurred.

• Feed materials into moving machinery with a push stick, not your hands.

Traumatic injuries to hands range from cuts and punctures to broken bones to amputation. Many cuts or punctures are minor, but if they go through the skin they can sever nerves, tendons, or ligaments. But one area that is seldom discussed enough is that if they get infected, it can impede the healing process and sometimes lead to more amputations.

• Check materials for sharp edges, burrs, splinters, etc., before handling them.

These injuries can occur:

• On logging jobs during maintenance on equipment.

• Keep your hands away from moving machine parts.

• Never remove a guard while the machine is in operation.

• Store tools so no sharp edges are exposed.

• Use brushes, not hands, to sweep up metal or wood chips.

• Wipe off greasy or slippery objects before handling them.

• Lift an object so your hands are not near the pinch points.

• Put materials down carefully so you don’t mash your fingers.

• In sawmills and manufacturing facilities on a variety of machines.

• Pass tools to other workers, handle first.

Never throw tools.

• Anywhere that a second of inattention causes the hand to be in the wrong place.

• Wear gloves for added protection.

Follow these safety basics to protect your hands:

Proper hand placement to protect your hands is your responsibility. Training on safe operating procedures is required to identify the hazards with each piece of machinery, equipment, or vehicle. Go home each day with all your fingers. Think about the hazards before you use your hands.

• Follow manufacturer’s and employer’s instructions for servicing and using equipment.

• If a part has a pinch point or clamping device, keep your hand away.

• Lockout and place all moving parts at a “Zero energy state.”

• DO NOT CHECK FOR HYDRAULIC LEAKS WITH YOUR HAND.

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EDUCATION LEGISLATION LEADERSHIP The Southeastern Wood Producers Association Inc., formed by loggers for loggers in 1990, is the leading advocate for professional loggers in Florida and Georgia. Your membership dues also support the American Loggers Council, which is a national logging association uniting all state logging associations in the United States. The SWPA staff is always available to serve you and answer your questions. Please give us a call to dis-cuss member benefits and to learn about how you can be involved in your association. Together we make a difference.

AMOUNT 2018-2020 Board of Directors President Scott Gies Vice President Russell Fowler Secretary – Treasurer Jerry Gray Chairman – Past Pres John Lane

ALL LOGGING COMPANIES Member companies are eligible for all SWPA Purchase Power Programs. Member employees may attend any SWPA CLE workshops or SWPA Chapter Meetings at no cost. Your annual dues provides for one full time woods crew and office staff.

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All Memberships receive SWPA “Out of the Woods” Newsletter Subscription The American Loggers Council represents over 50,000 logging professionals in 28 states. The Southesastern Wood Producers Association is proud to be a member of the American Loggers Council. For more information please contact the ALC office at 409-625-0206 or e-mail at americanlogger@aol.com.

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