Focus | Steve Murphy
Forestry’s logistic specialists Chris Murphy, general manager of Steve Murphy Limited, attributes having a successful business to a simple formula: having good, loyal staff and providing a professional service. The Kaiapoi-based transport company specialises in forestry industry logistics in the Canterbury region. From a single truck and driver in the early days, it is now the largest transport business supporting the forestry and sawmilling industries in Canterbury. Chris says the company’s commitment to providing quality service and accountability has been pivotal in its development – and that level of commitment is maintained through good people, systems and equipment.
Health and safety Health and safety is of paramount importance in the forestry industry, and it is an area that Steve Murphy Ltd excels in. As Chris articulates, “there is no task so urgent that it cannot be done safely.” The company maintains tertiary-level accreditation under the Workplace Safety Management Practices (WSMP) scheme, combined with Gold Fleet Saver status – both ACC initiatives to encourage high performance in safety and compliance. The company is also AS/NZS ISO 9001:2008 accredited, and maintains a five-star rating in the Operator Rating Scheme monitored by the New Zealand Transport Authority.
“We have an active drug and alcohol policy, our drivers undergo continual and compulsory NZQA training to obtain their National Certificate in Transportation of Logs by Road, and we service and maintain our own fleet which gives us control over critical safety factors in terms of preventing and instantly rectifying equipment issues.” This commitment to the safety of its drivers is evidenced by the lack of Lost Time Injuries (LTIs) over the past two years – in a high-risk industry, this is an achievement that Chris is understandably proud of. Part of the ongoing safety training of drivers relates to a programme run by the Log Transport Safety Council called ‘Pathway to Success.’ This initiative allows log transport operators to study towards specified levels of achievement incorporating experience, skill level and education.
- Chris and Steve Murphy
“We have five drivers studying towards bronze, three drivers who have attained silver; 15 drivers who have attained gold, and four drivers who are studying towards platinum. This represents a huge commitment from our staff who work long days and still find the motivation to study.”
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