Worldwide trade of lumber inched up again in early 2018, hinting that this may be another record year. Six of the 10 largest lumber-exporting countries in the world have increased their shipments in 2018, with exports from Russia, Germany, Ukraine and Austria increasing the most year-over-year.
Diamonds in the Rough get standing ovation at world competition
In the last issue of Mid-Canada Forestry & Mining, we reported on Diamonds in the Rough, a team of Canadian female mine rescue workers whose members were preparing to compete in the International Mine Rescue Competition (IMRC) in Yekaterinburg, Russia in September. In this issue, we interview team leader Kari Lentowicz on the experience.
Avoid cotton and goose down to help prevent hypothermia
In Ontario, working outside during the Canadian winter can leave workers susceptible to hypothermia or injuries from frostbite. Hypothermia occurs when the body’s core temperature drops below what is required for normal metabolism and body functions.