October 2012 - February 2013 - Anthony Forest Products Co.

A Leader In The Forest Industry
Newsletter • Volume 17 No. 4 • October 2012 - February 2013
309 North Washington • El Dorado, Arkansas • 71730 • 1.800.221.2326
• www.anthonyforest.com
TWO ACCIDENTS TOO MANY
President’s Pulpit
Who wants to pick up a fellow employee’s body parts after an accident?
Horribly, it recently happened at our sawmill. But never again.
Our Company was shaken in January by serious injuries to two of our family of employees. These
employees are far more than safety statistics. They experienced pain and suffering, and we will do our
best to take care of them.
We are not treating these separate accidents, at different plants, as an unfortunate coincidence.
Our pride and confidence in our otherwise exemplary safety program and award-winning record is
shaken. My conclusion is that we now must be even more careful than we thought we were being.
Going forward, we as managers and safety professionals must do a better job of taking care of
you. At the same time, all of you, our employees, must do a better job of looking out for one another all
of the time.
We must also hold our safety culture and safety programs up to the light for serious reexamination. This is a shared responsibility crisis. This is personal for all of us. As to action, later is Now!
A Company-wide “stop, look and listen” for safety was instituted Thursday, January 24, 2013,
starting with all managers. During the following time-out, managers and other employees focused
exclusively on safety and reexamined their work spaces for potential hazards not yet addressed. They
reexamined processes and practices to correct anything that may put people at risk. Identified risks were
dealt with then and there.
That was only a start. The process continues to identify risks and to fix any problem as
immediately as possible.
Beyond the environmental exposures in the forest, or in our offices, or on the plant floor, or on the
public highways, the other great safety risk is human behavior.
We are at risk for fatigue generally because people often do not get enough sleep. We may have
project fatigue which makes for haste and corner cutting. Safety devices such as control panels and
electrical lock-outs may not be as convenient as they could be to encourage their critical use. There may
be language challenges, or lack of training, or cases of “blind eye” when people have lived with a problem
so long they can no longer see it as a risk. Whatever the shortcoming, whatever the excuse, we must
overcome it.
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President’s Pulpit Continued...
So that there is no confusion or misperception about the Company’s values or priorities on critical safety
issues, I will repeat as long as necessary the following mandatory standards of safety conduct:
1.
Safety is paramount to any other business motivation.
- No production issue; no start-up goal; no false sense of any other
urgency trumps doing whatever it may be safely.
2.
Safety is a condition of employment at Anthony Forest.
- This Company is no place for people who put themselves or their
fellow employees at risk.
3.
If someone is injured, the very first priority is to get them the best medical
care as soon as possible.
- Delay for any reason cannot be justified. The perception of indifference must be avoided.
4.
Do not start any machinery or process which has not first been double checked
for safety; and never work on any machine which is energized unless special
procedures are followed.
5.
If a safety problem is spotted, the time to fix it is NOW.
- Go to the root causes of whatever is causing a repeated safety exposure, and fix the cause itself.
6.
Always practice communications among people working together, over and
over again, regularly. Reinforce shared responsibility for one another and
take advantage of the eyes, ears, and brains of the employees actually working
day to day with potential problems.
EVERYONE SAFETY FIRST NOW!
ANTHONY FOREST NEWS
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A Note From Aubra
Remembering Barry Findley
The existence of Anthony Forest would not have happened in 1965 without the guidance and
“accounting” of Barry Findley. His sad passing is a reminder of the importance of loyalty, professional
competence and long term relationships. The Anthony - Findley relationship spans at least three generations.
Legend has it that Barry’s father, Willis, caught the Doodle Bug train on the Rock Island line south from
Little Rock to the Anthony - Williams sawmill at Little Bogaloo south of Calion, Arkansas. Recently retired
from the Internal Revenue Service, Willis was seeking clients for his new
accounting practice. He strolled up to the office and met with Daddy
Frank Anthony. Willis made his pitch, and Daddy Frank asked, “Why
should I hire you?” Willis is said to have replied, “Because I know how
much money you really made last year.” He wrote a number on a piece
of paper and handed it to Daddy Frank. Whatever was written on that
piece of paper made Daddy Frank reply, “You’re hired.”
As it came to pass, Willis Findley, his son Barry, and his grandson Brian
all have devoted a part of their personal and professional lives to the
evolving incarnations of Daddy Frank’s family. Without them, we would
not be where we are today.
In Memoriam
Barry Brian Findley
December 12, 1935 - January 30,2013
Barry Brian Findley, 77 years old, passed from this life to the next on January 30, 2013. His beloved wife
of 59 years and their five children were by his side. He was a man deeply devoted to his faith, his family,
and his profession. His enthusiasm for life, and adventure, along with his spirit for service to the community made him a man of fine character and great strength. Born in Little Rock on December 12, 1935
he was the son of Willis Winn and Bessie Twila Pearce Findley. He was the youngest of their five children. He attended Our Lady of Holy Souls School and Catholic High School where he was an outstanding
member of the class of 1953. He was a starting member and right halfback of the Rocket football team
and associate editor of The Cicerone newspaper as well as yearbook editor. He went on to study accounting at Lasalle University and Louisiana State University.
He is survived by his devoted wife Betty Jeanne Weber Findley and his children: Sharon Findley Dillard
(Jim) Richmond, VA, Barry Brian Findley II (Kathy) Little Rock, AR, Deborah Findley Stewart (Terry) Austin, TX, Karrie Findley Wroten (David) Little Rock, and Rhonda Findley of New Orleans, LA. He was proud
of his eight grandchildren: James and Logan Dillard, Barry and Anna Findley, Ian and Jack Stewart, and
Casey and Alex Wroten. They loved "Paw Paw" and will miss him deeply.
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In Memoriam - Barry Findley continued...
Barry was preceded in death by his parents and three of his siblings: Arlene Findley
Loomis, Willis Winn Findley II, and Sister Patricia Lee Findley O.S.B. He is survived by
his sister Twila Findley Finan Scott, of Jackson, Tennessee. He was Uncle Barry to numerous nieces and nephews and was loved and respected by friends, colleagues, and
business associates far and wide. He joined his father's CPA firm in 1953 and spent the next 60 years in
public accounting. He earned his CPA certificate in 1959. His depth of knowledge, genius, and integrity
are legendary.
He was a board member and past Vice-President of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and former President of the Arkansas Society of CPAs. He served as President of the Catholic area
school board and was appointed to the Catholic Diocese Finance Council by Archbishop J. Peter Sartain.
He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, The Serra Club, and served on an exploratory team that
brought the Permanent Diaconate program to the Diocese of Little Rock. As an avid collector of Lionel
Trains, he merged hobby and financial expertise into a position as a board member of the Lionel Collectors Club of America eventually becoming national treasurer for that organization. He was an enthusiastic member of the SEF Financial Club.
Another of his interests, aviation, began in his youth when he learned to build and fly model planes. He
was a ferocious competitor and walked away with top honors in contests around the state. In 1952 he
enlisted in the Air National Guard 8154th Air Base Squadron at
Adams Field. He later became a twin-engine instrument rated
pilot.
In the 1970s his love of competition and his need for speed
brought him to auto racing. He was a top competitor in Formula Atlantic and Formula Ford racing at Midwest and Southwest Division SCCA races, and he qualified for and competed
in SCCA national championship races at Road Atlanta. In 1992
he competed in sports car endurance races, including a grueling 24-hour race at Watkins Glen, NY. If his schedule wasn’t
exhausting enough, he somehow found time to referee central Arkansas high school football games for 10 years.
His interests were multi-dimensional and he put his heart into
every endeavor whether it was for personal satisfaction or to
give back to his community. He was unbeatable at chess,
loved his poker crew, and for many years enjoyed lively doubles matches with his tennis buddies. He leaves behind long
lasting friendships that have endured throughout the years. He was a member of St. Edwards and Immaculate Conception parishes. He believed in Catholic education and made sure his children were
schooled in that tradition.
“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I, I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.”
~ Robert Frost
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Phases Three and Four Completed: The Urbana Sawmill
The Urbana sawmill is up and running. The new Corley carriage and Salem bandmill are settling in and
performing very well. All headrigs are optimized through new USNR LASAR-II™ Carriage Optimizer systems. The new Baxley edger system, as well as the retrofitted existing edger, are tied in and producing
more lumber. It is ramp up time.
New Corley Headrig
USNR sawyer controls for scanning
Salem Bandmill - Corley Equipment
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Phase Three Continued...
Baxley Edger Operator Touch Screen
Baxley Edger 4-Saw Edger System
New Edger Transfer
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Anthony Forest Corporate Christmas Party
The Anthony Forest Corporate Christmas Party was held at Aubra and Mary Pat Anthony’s
home on Friday, December 7, 2012, in El Dorado, Arkansas. A huge thank you to Glenda
Jerry and her staff for catering this wonderful gathering.
Leah Atwell, Marsha Bean & Mary Pat Anthony
Lisa Ham, Lisa & Larry Horn, Chantle Selman
Wanda & Bob Ragsdale & Lisa Ham
Pricillia Reeves, Frankie Anthony, Pat Anthony Giles, & Clary Anthony
Mary Pat Anthony, Linda Landes, Matthew & Alie Shepherd
Ronnie Britt & Donna Allen
Russ & Lisa Anthony and Kerlin Drake
Aubra Anthony & Lisa Ham
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
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El Dorado Laminating Christmas Party
The El Dorado laminating plant held its annual Christmas Dinner at the VFW in El Dorado,
Arkansas on Tuesday, December 11th. There were door prizes and a wonderful steak and
stuffed pork chop dinner catered by Little Frenchie’s.
Wendell Jackson & Shenna Moore
Mr. and Mrs. Ivory Malone & Bruce Malone
Jose & Faye Portillo
Nancy & Keith New; Jonna & Jeff Stinson
Carla Rogers & Jimmy Love
Maria & Juan Buenrostro
Shirlene & Russell Hartley
Ray & Pricilla Reeves, Johnny Nolan, Aubra Anthony, & Derek Ratchford
EMPLOYEE PROFILES
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———-THE ANTHONY SPOTLIGHT———Louisiana Chip Mill • Plain Dealing, Louisiana
Larry Manning - Operator
How long have you been employed with Anthony
Forest? 1 year
Community & Social Activities: Church
Hobbies and Interests: Working out & going to
the movies
Family & Children: Two children
Name four famous people you would have over
for a fantasy dinner: Tiger Woods, Rick Ross,
Shaquille O’Neal, & Labron James.
I once said I would never.. Play hockey.
You would never catch me wearing.. High heels.
One thing I love about my job.. Operating machinery.
When I retire I would like to.. Have a nice house.
My Favorites:
Food: Hamburgers
TV Program: Meet the Boss
Book: James and the Giant
Peach
Role Model: My Dad
Music: Hip Hop and R&B
Walter Benson - Maintenance
My Favorites:
Food: Boiled shrimp
TV Program: I Love Lucy
Book: The Bible
Role Model: Abraham Lincoln
Music: Christian
How long have you been employed with Anthony Forest? 1 year
Community & Social Activities: Church & Neighborhood policing
Hobbies & Interests: Running & sports (NFL &
NBA).
Family & Children: Wife, Joyce, & seven children
Name four famous people you would have over
for a fantasy dinner: Chuck Connors, Leonard
Nimoy (Mr. Spock), Larry Byrd, and Walter
Cronkite.
I once said I would never.. Drink and gamble.
You would never catch me wearing..anything
pink.
One thing I love about my job..the physicality of
the work.
When I retire I would like to..get up when I
want to.
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SAFETY & EMPLOYEE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Local Golf Team Finishes Second
The El Dorado High School Varsity Boys Golf Team of El Dorado, Arkansas, won 8 of 10 regular season matches and finished second in the 6A South Conference Golf Tournament
held at the El Dorado Golf and Country Club on Monday, October 1, 2012.
Pictured left to right is Jay Anthony Brooks, Caleb Stutts, Drew Moore, Gage Parker, Greg
Ballard, and Coach Chris Ezell.
Jay Anthony Brooks is the son of Andrea and Jay
Brooks. Jay Brooks works at the central office
in El Dorado as a sales representative.
Congratulations!!
Anthony Forest’s Safety Award
To be eligible for the safety bonus, an employee must work six months without an on
-the-job injury that requires a doctor’s attention. In addition, the employee cannot
have received any disciplinary action for a
safety violation during that time period.
Listed to the right are the percentages of
employees who currently qualify for the
forth quarter award of 2012.
Louisiana Chip Mill ............................ 100%
Texas Chip Mill ................................... 100%
Texas Distribution Yard...................... 100%
Georgia Laminating ........................... 98%
Arkansas Laminating.......................... 100%
Arkansas Sawmill .............................. 99%
Central Office ...................................... 100%
EMPLOYEE ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Birth Announcement
Terry and Nancy Nicholson are proud to announce the birth of their grandson,
Mason Kyle Sindel.
Mason was born on December 12, 2012 at the Medical Center of South Arkansas in El Dorado. He
weighed 6 pounds 10 ounces and he was 18 1/2 inches long.
He is the son of Caleb and Christi Sindel of El Dorado.
Mason also has an older sister, Linley Page Sindel.
Nancy is the office manager at the Arkansas laminating plant in El Dorado.
In Memoriam
Tony Cook
January 3, 1962 - December 8, 2012
Tony Cook, age 50, of Atlanta, Texas died Saturday, December 8, 2012 at his residence in Atlanta surrounded by his
family.
Tony was born January 3, 1962 in Germany to David Cook and Pat Gilliam. He was employed with Price Hardware for
over 10 years, and also previously worked for Anthony Forest Products Company for over 15 years. He attended
Cornerstone Assembly of God in Atlanta. Tony enjoyed writing poetry, listening to music, and most of all known for
making people laugh.
He is survived by his wife, Janet Cook of Atlanta; mother, Pat Gilliam of Atlanta; mother in law, Dolores Harris of
Longview, Texas; two step sons, Justin Rizer of Atlanta, Jason Rizer of Royse City, Texas; a brother, Royce Cook
and wife Michelle of Pinellas Park, Florida; a sister, Terri Ray and husband Steve of Atlanta.
Thank You for Your Commitment
5 Years
10 Years
Jose Olvera and Anthony Lumsey
Robert Elliott and Alex Thurmond
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