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1. Enjoy the Weather Some things are out of our control. When dangerous weather conditions cause interruptions in garbage service, know that we are doing our best and will be back on schedule as soon as we can. Take this time to enjoy the wonder of weather (you’ll probably be longing for this weather by the … Read more
Read the ArticleBe Safe Tuesdays: Safety for Temporary Workers, Contractors and Customer A contractor & visitor safety program is critical to operating a safe landfill, transfer station and/or MRF. These sites create an environment where the general public and temporary workers are brought into waste & recycling industry environment with potential exposure to heavy mobile equipment, moving … Read more
Read the ArticleLeach Garbage Getter Leachs first refuse body was the Garbage Getter built from 1932 to 1949. The refuse was loaded into the rear hopper and the hopper is raised over the body and emptied into the body. This Garbage Getter was restored by Leach as a promotion. Leach Packmaster Leach introduced the … Read more
Read the ArticleCyril R. Gollnick, who possessed no formal engineering degree, had joined Leach in 1942. Within about one year, Gollnick produced a design which was to be sold as thePackmaster. It was an all-hydraulic rear load packer, the first models appearing in 1947. The Packmaster was the first of two landmark Gollnick designs which would ultimately … Read more
Read the ArticleThe most common truck following distance guideline, recommended by the National Safety Council, is the 6 second plus rule. In ideal conditions maintain at least a 6 second cushion. Add 1 second for each additional factor: Darkness Fog Rain Ice & Snow Fatigue Ideal conditions = 6 seconds 6 seconds + Rain = 7 … Read more
Read the ArticleLittle Harrison goode who just turned 3 on January 24th. is always excited when his Grandfather’s waste magazines arrive.He loves trucks and especially trash trucks, he has a collection of them and he loves looking at waste magazines for that reason. Steve his grandfather told us that Harrison thinks garbage trucks are wonderful and loves watching the Trash … Read more
Read the ArticleBacking Into Trouble Los Angeles: A Trash Truck driver was attempting a sharp right turn but wasn’t able to complete the turn. The driver stopped and began to back up, striking a 60 year old woman crossing the street in the crosswalk. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Backing is the most common type … Read more
Read the ArticleWaste & Recycling Workers Week Cold Weather Stress Guide NOTE: The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) requires employers to comply with hazard-specific safety and health standards. In addition, pursuant to Section 5(a)(1) of the OSH Act, employers must provide their employees with a workplace free from recognized hazards likely to cause death or … Read more
Read the ArticleBacking & Rear Riding Step The purpose of the riding step on rear loading refuse trucks is to allow personnel efficient mounting/dismounting of the truck during the collection of roadside waste containers. While convenient, use of the riding step is potentially dangerous, especially if the truck is placed in reverse. In 2015, at least two … Read more
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