Cover page: One City Hill, Canberra: Thank you Simon Stewart for sharing
MESSAGES
A message from Damien Laforest
Busy start to 2021 as we try very hard to put 2020 behind us.
Reds Global has recently undertaken a "Green and Growing Project" whereby an assessment of our business has taken place by a reputable external consultant. This has resulted in some recommended changes that will see new positions in the business to support our people and our clients to prime us for future growth. We look forward to sharing these changes as they are adopted. This represents an important step in setting our business up for the future!
The consultative committee met recently and we discussed the content of the next Training Day. Watch out for a save the date to come out soon. It's been a long time coming for obvious reasons and we look forward to getting back into it.
The rigging team has been busy, check out some of the works completed:
- Dismantle STL420 at Loftus Lane for Richard Crookes
- Dismantle Jarlway recovery on grillage at Clarence St, CBD for Built
- Install CTL430 at One City Hill for Morris Property in Canberra
- Dismantle CTT561 at Waterloo for Hutchies
- Install STL420 at One City Hill for Morris Property in Canberra
- Dismantle CTL180 in Bondi Junction for Parkview
- Install 2 x CTT561 at Eastern Creek for Hindmarsh
- Dismantle CTL430 at Castle, CBD for Hutchies
- Install CTL430 at Warwick Farm for Hutchies
- Install MK440 at Meadowbank for Hansen Yuncken
- Dismantle CTT161 at Leppington for AW Edwards
- Install CTL180 at Penrith for FDC
- Install CTL430 at Macquarie Park for Roberts Co.
- Dismantle CTL430 at Granville for Parkview
- Dismantle CTT561 at St Catherines for Richard Crookes
We have taken receipt of our first Moritsch RTL325A and another on the water right now. We look forward to installing these very soon. Reds Global is always looking at new equipment purchases to match out clients needs but also to keep our fleet age young.
We are working on a number of projects at the moment and look forward to sharing these with you all, as and when they drop.
Take care, Damien.
CANBERRA INSTALL - Thank you James Gardner, what a spectacular photo.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Hi All,
My first quarterly message to the Reds Global family. For those of you who haven’t met me – I’m Paul and the new Safety Guru. I am taking over from Ben and Mitch who have been doing great work and I am very thankful for the great base that we have and look to build on it to reflect the great work that we do.
A brief history on myself, I have been in safety for 13 years now and most of that time involved in civil construction. Of that time in civil it has been in Canberra. The rest of my time in safety has been in a variety of industries between Sydney, Newcastle and Queensland. This is my first time within cranes, so there is a lot for me to learn about crane industry.
Onto the safety message, this year I feel that it is going to be one of contrasts. We are coming out of the Pandemic from last year and so there is going to be a lot of activity in the industry. And it’s not just going to be at work where there is going to be more activity. NSW and Australia are coming out of lockdowns and restrictions. It means we can get on again with doing those things that we did before the Pandemic. The upshot of this is that we will have extra things occupying our thoughts.
It also means we will likely have more distractions from our tasks and what we are doing. A way to think about this is that our minds are like spotlights focusing on things – and what we want to do is make sure that we focus on the tasks at hand. This is something that even the best athletes and sporting teams can have trouble with. What things we can do, like the athletes is encourage each other to focus on the tasks we are doing as well as take some time to go through the task we will be doing.
We are also most likely to get ourselves involved in an incident immediately before and after a break, just like those athletes. Also like those athletes we do well when we refocus our spotlight minds back to what we are about to do.
I am going to be meeting as many of you as I can in the next few weeks.
Stay safe
Paul
PARKVIEW DISMANTLE: -
We had a lovely surprise visit form Tony Touma and his gorgeous daughter at the Parkview dismantle. Watch out boys, the ladies are taking over ;-)
THE LEGENDS RIDING FOR COUNTRY KIDS
Weeks of dedicated training, fuelled by blood, sweat and (occasionally) tears in aid of a worthy cause have paid off! Legends Team, Jason Redman and David Schubert, Riding for Country Kids, have managed to raise $14 039 with your support. Thank you to everyone who supported the cause and cheered along. Next time….we ride as one!
RENAISSANCE CANBERRA:-
Thank you Shane Hunt for sharing your sunrise with us
NAME THE CRANE CEREMONY WITH HANSEN YUNCKEN:-
Our Iglu Summer Hill project team has welcomed a new hero onto the site, ‘Sir Liftalot’ the Crane. Knighted in an official naming ceremony this week, the crane was fittingly named by 11 year old Conor, winner of the ‘Name the Crane’ competition which included the neighbouring SHARE Before and After School Care Centre. Conor’s reasoning for dubbing the crane Sir Liftalot resonated with the site team - “There is a famous person called Lancelot and he is very strong and reliable.”
The site team welcomed Conor and his family, as well as the competition runners up to the site to meet Sir Liftalot up close. They even had a chance to speak with some of the real heroes of the site, the crane operators. Hansen Yuncken is proud to be partnering with Iglu Student Accommodation to deliver its new 181 bed Sydney development, which includes the refurbishment and restoration of the existing heritage significant ambulance station on site.
WEEKLY PAPERWORK
Over the last couple of months, we have increased our request of paperwork and photos to be sent in on a weekly basis, please see summary.
Monday mornings:- All weekly paperwork needs to be sent in PDF format to admin@redsglobal.com Paperwork includes, WEEKLY tower crane report, toolbox talk, lifting register, generator report, photos of the base and base bolts only, photos of the AUX gear that is on site, for example, rescue cage, kibble, man box etc.
Monday to Saturday:- DAILY tower crane report to be sent to maintenance@redsglobal.com. We don’t need toolbox talks and lifting registers to be sent daily, only the tower crane and genie reports please.
Filling out reports:- TC reports - all hours (slew, hoist, luff) need to be filled in before sending to admin@redsglobal.com on Monday morning. Lifting register - Going forward, only tick the item that has been physically inspected and used on the day.
Please contact me if you have any questions or something is not clear, I am always happy to explain or clarify anything. Most of you have been amazing and your paperwork is coming through so much better, so thank you.
Lisa
RAW CHALLENGE
The unique and constantly evolving tests of strength, stamina and mental toughness gave us an enormous sense of self belief and achievement. Participating as a team we enjoyed the thrill of finding out what it really means to be alive.
If your journey sees you conquer one obstacle or conquer all 60 you’ll discover endorphins that you never thought existed! You don’t have to break any land speed records and you don’t have to run, no matter how you conquer it you’re going to have fun!
Thank you to the boot camp team and their families for joining us for this terrific event, we experienced a day of fun and laughter and plenty of WOW moments.
NSW 2021 CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY SAFETY DINNER
Reds Global showed their support for an important cause by attending the NSW Construction Safety Dinner recently held at ICC Darling Harbour, Sydney. This Foundation House event puts the spotlight on Mental Health Wellness and Suicide Prevention among construction workers. Our Reds team attended this event to support this great cause.
GET TO KNOW THE CREW
Introducing James Gardner - Position: Rigger
- How long have you been with Reds Global? - I’ve been with reds Gloabal for just over a year
- Describe yourself in 10 words or less - A very family oriented man, who likes a good laugh
- What's your favourite holiday destination and why? -Anywhere with my family but mostly beach camping with my boys. It’s just an awesome time.
- If you could share a beer with anyone dead or alive, who would it be? - To have a beer/scotch with my Nan to see her and say thank you
BIRTHDAY WISHES
Sending Birthday wishes to everyone who celebrated their Birthday recently. Happy Birthday to you, we trust it was a terrific day and the year ahead will be kind to you! .
R U OK
Take the time to ask the people around you, R U OK? Its the kindness in your voice and the sincerity in your question that offers support to friends and colleagues. Treat people kindly, it doesn't cost you anything.
JERRY, THE FISHERMAN
Jerry has still got what it takes, "to the one that didn't get away" Great photo of Jerry and his catch of the day ;-)
ST CATHERINES OUTLOOK:
Thank you Adam Blair for sharing
HEALTHY AND WELLNESS LIVING
Physical fitness is not the sole basis of being healthy; being healthy means being mentally and emotionally fit. Being healthy should be part of your overall lifestyle. Living a healthy lifestyle can help prevent chronic diseases and long-term illnesses. Feeling good about yourself and taking care of your health are important for your self-esteem and self-image. Maintain a healthy lifestyle by doing what is right for your body.
Surround yourself with positive energy
In order to have a sound mental and emotional state, you must surround yourself with positive energy. Yes, not all problems can be avoided. But it helps to face such obstacles with an optimistic outlook. Surround yourself with encouraging friends and people that will provide you with constructive criticism every once in a while to help you improve. Make it a habit to always look at the brighter side of life. Even if you find yourself in the worst situation, there is always an upside to it—something good and positive. Dwell on these things instead.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is not that difficult, nor does it require a lot of work. Just keep doing what you do and apply the staying healthy tips listed above—surely you will be a well-rounded individual in no time.
MENTAL HEALTH
This is a friendly reminder to all our people, that we have the EAP (Employee Assistance Program) that is open 24/7. Contact number 0407 918 998 or 0407 111 003. This is part of our commitment to you, our valued team members! This service is available for all our staff and is 100% private and confidential. Please feel free to make use of this at any time. Look after your mental health and physical health and focus on communicating when you require (before it becomes a challenge). A problem shared is a problem halved... I would also like to remind you that we are here for each other! Keep safe and sound on all fronts
Look after yourself
Jas
GO FUND ME
Rodney Archer is one of us, thank you for supporting Rodney who is undergoing kidney dialysis. We wishing you a speedy recovery. https://gofund.me/33eb9b0f
BABY VISIT
We love baby visits, thank you Ben, Puy and Lola for the visit, you make a beautiful family. Charlie, Avril and Charlie junior dropped in to head office to celebrate junior's 1st birthday. Such a gorgeous family. Angel and Madison surprised us with a visit, it was so good to meet Travis, the new addition to the family.
REDS GLOBAL QUIZ MASTERS
Challenge yourself and lets see how many answers you can get correct. (Answers are at the bottom of the newsletter - No cheating ;-))
EMPLOYEE COUNSELLING AND SUPPORT SERVICE
Just a reminder of the employee assistance service available to all team members. There is an update on our website with information regarding the service and some information below
If anyone has any news they would like to share in the Newsletter please feel free to contact me by phone: 0404 774 209 or email: lisa@redsglobal.com This could be anything from the birth of a child or news that someone is expecting or a trip you have planned. Even if you know of some news regarding another team member that they would be happy to share please let me know.
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