PLC Supporting Member Weekly Update March 10, 2023
In this Issue
PLC Annual Meeting May 4-5 – Sponsor the PLC’s Biggest Event of the Year!
2023 Logger and Fleet Safety Trainings – You are invited!
PLC Awards 2023 – Nominations Needed!
Welcome New Members – 3 New!
ALC Annual Meeting Oct. 3-6 – Book Rooms Now!
PLC Store – Many items for sale
Safety Resources – NEW HumpDay Video, Ergonomics!
Trucking – Latest news
Classified listings – Check them out!
Member Discounts – Many to choose from
Logging News – Latest headlines
Sponsor the PLC’s Biggest Event of the Year!
PLC Annual Meeting May 4-5 2023
On behalf of the Professional Logging Contractors (PLC) of Maine,we invite you to participate in and sponsor our 28th annual meeting on May 5th, 2023. This year’s meeting is being held again at The Harborside Hotel, Bar Harbor.
In 2022, we raised over $144,399 for Log A Load for Kids & Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, through our dinner and auction. Our goal in 2023 is to exceed that total and we hope that you can help us make miracles happen!!!
As a sponsor of our Annual Meeting, you can take an active role in helping us surpass our goal. You will also be recognized by more than 200 logging companies, other Supporting Members and their employees. To ensure that your logo is included on registration materials that we mail out, please let us know if you would like to sponsor by 3/15/2023.
- Presenting Meeting Sponsor – $3,500
- Dinner & Awards Ceremony Sponsor – $3,000
- Lunch Sponsor – $2,0000
- PLC Member Annual Meeting Gift Sponsor – $2,000
- Social & Auction Sponsor – $1,500
- Gift Bag Sponsor – $1,000
- Break Sponsor – $750
- Board Meeting & Breakfast Sponsor- $500
If you have questions, please call or email Jessica Clark at (207) 688-8195 or Jessica@maineloggers.com.
SPONSOR THE ANNUAL MEETING
Rooms are also already available to book so why not reserve a room now?
Click here to book a room or use: https://www.opalcollection.com/harborside/stay/
Group Code: MEPL050423
PLC 2023 Logger and Fleet Safety Trainings 2023
You are invited!
The PLC is pleased to offer Logger, Fleet and CPR Training March 30-May 24! Any Supporting Member who would like to attend one of the trainings is welcome to visit! If you would like to do so, please email jessica@maineloggers.com.
PLC 2023 Award Nominations Needed!
Do you know a person or business involved in the logging industry who ought to be recognized for service to the community, outstanding professionalism or service to the industry? If you do, please NOMINATE THEM for one of the PLC’s annual awards.
PLC Logging Contractor of the Year Award – The PLC Logging Contractor of the Year award recognizes a PLC Logging Contractor for their commitment to the sustainability of the industry and logging as a profession.
PLC Community Service Award – This Award is given annually to a PLC member, Supporting Member or affiliated organization that has demonstrated a significant commitment to giving back to their community.
PLC Supporting Member of the Year Award – The PLC Supporting Member of the Year Award is presented annually to a PLC Supporting Member who has demonstrated an unprecedented commitment to logging contractors in Maine.
Nominations should be received no later than April 14, 2023
*The list of previous award winners is available here: PLC Awards List 2015-2022.
Welcome New Contractor Member: D.L. Logging Inc.
D.L. Logging Inc. of Jackman joined the PLC as a new Contractor Member in March 2023. The company has a professional staff of 2. For more information contact David Lessard at 207-349-0629 or email david.lessard@sogetel.net
Welcome New Contractor Member: Old School Construction and Logging
Old School Construction and Logging of Cutler joined the PLC as a new Contractor Member in March 2023. The company has a professional staff of 3 full-time and 4 part-time employees. For more information contact Andrew Hall at 207-812-5211 or email oldschooltrucking2@gmail.com
Welcome New Contractor Member: Austin Trucking Inc.
Austin Trucking INC. of Norridgewock joined the PLC as a new Forest Contractor Member in March 2023. The company has a professional staff of 3 employees. For more information contact Shawn Austin at austintrucking@reagan.com
ALC Annual Meeting 2023 in Maine!
Reserve Rooms Now!
Save the Date for the 2023 American Loggers Council Conference and Membership Meeting at the Sunday River Resort in Newry, Maine October 3-6!
American Loggers Council President and long-time PLC Board Member Andy Irish and his wife Kathy look forward to hosting timber industry representatives for the peak “Leaf Peeping” season. More details will be coming soon!
For guests who would like to reserve a room online CLICK HERE
For guests who would like to call to book their reservation lease call 800-207-2365 and refer to Group Code 86B5IN
PLC Online Store
Looking for great PLC items and apparel? Gifts? First Aid packs, safety items and more? You will find them at the new PLC Online Store on our web site. Ordering is easy.
CHECK IT OUT HERE
PLC Upcoming Meetings
PLC Annual Meeting/Full Board Meeting
May 4-5
Bar Harbor, ME
Safety Resources
Reminder on Electronic Submission of OSHA Form 300A Data
OSHA is reminding employers to submit their 2022 OSHA Form 300A (Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses) data by March 2, 2023.
Who is required to submit Form 300A data?
- Establishments with 250 or more employees that are required to keep OSHA injury and illness records.
- Establishments with 20 to 249 employees in designated industries.
- Establishments under Federal OSHA jurisdiction can use the ITA Coverage Application to determine if they are required to electronically report their injury and illness information to OSHA. Establishments under State Plan jurisdiction should contact their State Plan.
How to submit Form 300A data:
As part of the Department of Labor’s IT modernization and security enhancement efforts, the Injury Tracking Application transitioned its login procedure to Login.gov — a secure sign-in service used by many government agencies. Current and new account holders need to create a Login.govaccount to submit their 2022 injury and illness data. Detailed guidance on how to carry out this change is available as a job aid and video.
If you have questions, visit the FAQs webpage. If the FAQs don’t address your questions, complete the Help Request Form located on the page. Thank you for your cooperation.
Office of Statistical Analysis
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
U.S. Department of Labor
NEW Featured HumpDay Safety Video – Ergonomics
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CPR/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogens certification: Did you know your employees are required to have this training every two years? If your employees need this training in 2023, contact Jessica at Jessica@maineloggers.com or 207-688-8195 and the PLC will schedule training in your area. THIS TRAINING IS FREE TO MEMBERS!
Trucking
Guidelines for Companies to Drug Test Employees Not Mandated by FMCSA
Before a company can start drug testing employees not mandated by FMCSA (commercial truck drivers), it must have a policy approved by the Maine Department of Labor (DOL). LEARN MORE
On February 8, 2023, FMCSA removed the following device from the list of registered ELDs due to the company’s failure to meet the minimum requirements established in 49 CFR part 395, subpart B, appendix A.
ELD Name: ONE PLUS ELD (n/k/a 1 PL Logs)
ELD Model number: ORS
ELD Identifier: ORS160
ELD Provider: ONE PLUS ELD (n/k/a 1 PL LOGS)
ELD Registration ID: 8J3V
Logging News
Warming climate presents challenges and new opportunities for Maine’s logging industry
FARMINGTON, Maine —Maine’s timber industry is particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change.
Logging survey shows market conditions weighing on industry
The cost of doing business has risen in the forest industry over the past few years, and numerous other economic factors aren’t making it easier for logging and trucking firms to maximize production, according to a new report from the University of Maine.
Maine woods could store more carbon at current harvest with ‘climate smart’ forestry, study finds
Maine forests already absorb about 70% of the state’s annual fossil fuel emissions. Now, a new study shows that Maine’s commercial forest landowners could increase annual carbon storage by at least 20% over the next 60 years while maintaining timber harvest levels. The findings are timely as the demand for carbon offset projects accelerates.
Haix is looking for 100 wear testers!
Lexington, Kentucky, March 3, 2023: HAIX® will be conducting a weartest giveaway to select 100 participants to test their choice of cut protective boots. HAIX will give chosen participants the choice between three models of HAIX® Protector boots. HAIX® wants tree care workers to feel the HAIX® quality difference. That’s it. And what better way to do that than by giving 100 tree care workers the chance to get a free pair of HAIX® boots on their feet. HAIX® wants each chosen participant to put our shoes through their paces. And then, after wearing them on the job for 4 weeks, give us their feedback.
Member Discounts
TRUCKING DISCOUNTS THROUGH THE ALC!
PLC Members, because the PLC is a member of the American Loggers Council YOU are entitled to special discounts on truck purchases! Click on the brand names below to learn more!
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Fabian Oil Discount
Traction Heavy Duty Special
Wallingford’s Discounts
Maine Trailer Discounts
PLC Members get a 5% discount on culverts purchased at Treeline and Frank Martin & Sons
Hale Trailer discounts for PLC Members on new trailer purchases! Call Neal at 207-232-7969 for details!
Cross Arena Discounts for PLC!
Classifieds
PLC Classified Section
Check out the equipment and job opportunities our members have listed at the LOGGING ZONE! If you have equipment for sale, are looking to buy, are looking for employees, or
Preferred Supporting Members
Enhanced Supporting Members
