MESSAGES

A MESSAGE FROM DAMIEN LAFOREST

Thanks to our preparation team, who have been putting in a massive effort by turning around our cranes so quickly and at such a high standard. Too many names to mention but the team knows who they are and should be extremely proud of the end product.

As many of the team leaders will be finding out, Tracey has commenced with Reds Global, taking over from Kylie. Kylie has needed to leave to become a mum so we all wish her the very best. Tracey will be calling all the team leaders each week to check in with any requests, support needed or PPE required. This touchpoint was raised in the last consultative committee meeting as being missed so we are responding.

Sales team has been converting recently so we look forward to commencing more projects with Parkview at Granville and Bondi, Built in CBD, Hutchisons at Eastern Creek, Wynyard Station and Epping. Hopefully there will be some more to add to the list by next months newsletter. 

We find that issuing safety alerts via Employment Hero is the best method of communication. Please act swiftly when these alerts are received by acknowledging them and avoiding a reminder to do so. The most recent alert highlights the need for crane crew to call on contacts such as Ben, James, Michael or even myself if the site teams are not responding to safety issues and further support is needed. You are not alone and as a team we will reach a better outcome together.

Most people would have come across Rik at some point on servicing. Rik is our Head Technician and is now dedicating some of his time managing the service team.  Many drivers go direct to Rik when problems occur so instead of fighting this trend we have chosen to embrace it. If your encountering problems the lines of contact are:

 1. Ring 1300 944 381 and select "Maintenance"

 2. Ring Kyle on 0419 978 903

 3. Ring Rik directly on 0448 101 223

If for some reason you still are struggling to make contact, you can call me and I will pull the resources needed. My mobile is 0407 727 016

Lastly and most importantly, YOU are the face of Reds Global. Keep safe, make smart choices and represent our company with pride #FirstChoice

Cheers.

RIGGING WORKS // DISMANTLES

Regiment Project for Richard Crookes. CTT561

Carter St #5 project for Meriton. CTL340 leaving one last crane on this 6 crane project

UTS project for RCC. The last CTL430 was dismantled late February

RIGGING WORKS // INSTALLS

Loftus Lane Project for Richard Crookes. STL420 on a grillage base. 106 apartments developed by AMP Capital as part of the $3b Quay Quarter Development. Amazingly the apartments all sold in 2 hours.

Lume Project for Bloc, CTT331. Developed by Doma Group this consists of 154 apartments on the harbour waterfront on Honeysuckle Drive in Newcastle.

Somerset Hospital for Hacer. CTT161 is a private hospital at Kingswood with a focus for Oncology. This is Reds Global's first project with Hacer.

West Village Parramatta #2 for Parkview CTL180. Second crane installed on this impressive build for EcoWorld International. 40 level tower with 397 apartments.

500 Swanston St for Icon in Melbourne. CTL430. Student accomodation developed by Journal Property.

Castle Residences #1 for Hutchinsons, CTL430 as part of a two crane project developed by United Development. This is a flagship project for Hutchies that will result in 121 hotel rooms and 131 high end apartments. 

Inner Sydney High School for Hansen Yuncken. CTL340. Developed by NSW state government as part of the $6b commitment over 4 years to create/upgrade 170 schools. ISHS will house 47 teaching spaces in 17 storeys and accommodate 1,200 students (pictured below).

A MESSAGE FROM MICHAEL LOUIS - HSEQ MANAGER

SAFETY SPOTLIGHT

Lifting Gear

All lifting gear is to be maintained and visually inspected prior to use, formally inspected by a competent person and recorded on the site register. Rigging boxes are to include a lifting gear register which is to be completed daily and submitted weekly.

 - Do not keep old/untagged/out os service items in the site box

 - Do not allow other contractors to store lifting equipment in Reds Global's site box

Lifting / Non-lifting Zones

All crane crew must know the locations of non-lifting, restricted lifting, and restricted slewing zones. You cannot function safely unless you understand the zones and limitations around the those zones. Communication must occur with the builder and other contractors.

Be aware of all overhead services and plant working in the vicinity of the tower crane. Look out especially for power lines and maintain required distances, boom pumps, jump forms and EWP's etc.

Safe Lifting Practices:

 - Know the weight of your load

 - Visually check you chains, slings and other rigging gear

 - Chains should be used on all structural steel

 - Select the right sling for the job. don't take shortcuts

 - Know the SWL of your chains, never exceed this

 - All bins to be lifted by the four (4) lugs provided

 - Work boxes must be connected directly to the main hook

 - Personnel are not to enter or exit the work box when elevated

 - First aid cages are to be connected directly to the main hook

 - Check the centre of gravity / balance points of loads

 - Always use non-conductive tag lines to control loads with correct length for task

OPERATOR HANDOVERS

In order to ensure our operators are fully aware of the intricacies of the cranes they operate, each Reds Global Operator must complete a Crane Handover Familiarisation.  This familiarisation will provide the operator with an overview of the cranes operations and must be completed prior to operating the crane. In the circumstance that a client/builder is operating a Reds Global crane, we must ensure they also complete the handover as part of the process. If you have any questions regarding this please contact James Moriarty or Ben Abas.

WEEKLY PAPERWORK

Team Leaders - Please ensure your weekly paperwork is emailed Monday morning to admin@redsglobal.com. Send all files as a PDF. Tiny Scanner is a simple and free application on Apple and Android. It is a time consuming process to receive photos which slows down the payroll process. 

PHOTO COMP

Photo comp winner is Ashley Seymour taken at Lume install, Newcastle.

Got a photo to share? Enter our monthly photography competition for the chance win a $100 gift voucher. Entries will be featured on the Reds Global Facebook Page. Send your picture along with a brief description, your name, the date and location of the photo to Tracey via email: admin@redsglobal.com
                                                                                                                                         

Get involved in voting for next month's winner by hitting 'like' on your favourites on the Reds Global Facebook Page.                                                                                                                

Remember to follow the Reds Global Mobile Phone Policy

TEAM MEMBERS OF THE MONTH - February

This month's winners are our Melbourne team, Mark Houliston, Ezio Mansutti, Adam Hughes and Anthony Rodriguez. Congratulations to the boys for all your hard work, and being outstanding with all your weekly paperwork.

TEAM MEMBER OF THE MONTH - January

This month's winner is Matthew Parata. Congratulations to Matt for your team work, constant dedication and hard work. Keep up the great work Matty!

NATIONAL FUTSAL TOURNAMENT!!

Message received from the team:

A big thank you to Reds Global!!!

Major Sponsors for the All Age Womens NSW West Team for the National Futsal Tournament.

WELCOME TO THE TEAM!!

We welcome Jason Willis to the Reds Global Team as our new Management Accountant.

Jason is a Chartered Accountant and joins Reds Global with almost 20 years experience. Coming from a strong financial background, Jason is new to the crane industry. He has a sound knowledge in financial management and has been introduced to Reds to maintain Reds Global status as an industry leader in the supply of tower cranes and personnel to the construction industry.

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: 1300 944 381 or email: tunderwood@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.