Forestry Worker Safety | Prevent Struck-By Incidents

Passive RFID worker detection built into the PPE your crews already wear. Operators and ground workers get instant alerts when someone is too close to heavy equipment.

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Trusted By Forestry and Lumber Operations Across North America

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Protect the People Who Keep Forestry Moving

Struck-by incidents remain one of the most serious risks in forestry. Crews work close to log loaders, excavators, and heavy-duty forklifts every day, often in tight spaces with limited sightlines.


Log piles, dust, low light, and changing weather can block an operator's view in seconds. On these sites, operators need to know where workers are around their machines, and workers need to know when they are too close.


SCAN~LINK helps close that awareness gap and gives operators and crews more time to respond.

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How SCAN~LINK Works — Step-By-Step

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Our streamlined approach incorporates passive RFID tags directly into PPE that workers are already required to wear. This makes the Armour System effortless to adopt. No extra steps for workers and no additional gear to manage. The tags require no batteries, charging, or maintenance.


Diagram of how the SCAN~LINK system works

While ground workers are tagged with passive RFID tags in their vests or hard hats, equipment is outfitted with an antenna and in-cab display unit to create a defined detection zone around high-risk areas. Everything communicates wirelessly for fast, hassle-free installation on all equipment types. 


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When a worker wearing tagged apparel enters the danger zone behind a machine, the operator is immediately alerted with both audio and visual prompts from the in-cab display unit. At the same time, an external alarm is activated to warn the groundworker, ensuring both parties are aware of the hazard.


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Each detection event is automatically recorded with time, date, equipment ID, and tag ID. This data helps safety teams review near-misses, identify high risk areas, and support ongoing compliance efforts.


Why Forestry Teams Choose SCAN~LINK

Detects People Specifically

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The system responds only to SCAN~LINK passive RFID tags worn by your crew. Logs, debris, and brush don't trigger worker alerts. This means fewer false alarms and more operator trust in every alert.

No Batteries on Workers

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Passive RFID tags do not require batteries, charging, or ongoing worker maintenance. Tags are built to last 20+ years.

Two-Way Alerts

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The operator and the ground worker are warned at the same time. Both people know about the risk, so both can act before contact happens.

Built for Harsh Environments

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Dust, debris, and low light don't affect passive RFID detection. The antenna unit runs reliably from -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C), so it works through cold winter shifts and hot summer harvests.

Installed on the Equipment Your Crews Work Around

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SCAN~LINK installed on a Hyster forklift

Watch: SCAN~LINK system on a logging site

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SCAN~LINK installed on a front end log loader

Turn Every Detection Into Safety Data With SCAN~VUE

Alerts help prevent incidents in the moment. Data helps you prevent them over time.


SCAN~VUE™ automatically logs every detection event with timestamps and worker IDs, giving safety managers the audit-ready reports they need for regulatory compliance. Access heat maps, trend data, and incident history from any device.

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E.g: The SCAN~VUE heatmap visualizes where worker-equipment interactions occur most frequently, helping identify high-risk zones and support data-driven safety improvements.

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IDENTIFY HIGH-RISK ZONES BEFORE ACCIDENTS OCCUR

PREDICT WHERE ACCIDENTS ARE MOST LIKELY TO HAPPEN

PROVE ROI WITH MEASUREABLE INCIDENT REDUCTION

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about how SCAN~LINK's passive RFID worker detection system works, installation on forestry equipment, and how it fits into your operation.

  • Do workers need to charge or maintain anything?

    No. The passive RFID tags embedded in SCAN~LINK vests and affixed to hard hats have no batteries. Workers wear their PPE as usual.

  • Can my crew keep using their current hard hats?

    Yes. The SCAN~LINK Hard Hat Kit adds passive RFID tags to almost any standard hard hat. Passive RFID-tagged high-vis vests and safety sashes are also available.

  • What equipment can SCAN~LINK be installed on?

    SCAN~LINK can install on a variety of the heavy mobile equipment used in forestry and logging sites, including log loaders, excavators, heavy duty forklifts, skidders, and more. Contact our team and we can review compatibility with your fleet equipment.

  • Will logs, debris or other objects trigger alerts?

    No. The antenna specifically detects SCAN~LINK passive RFID tags, so worker alerts come from tagged people only. 


    *Optional SCAN~LINK Marker Tags can be attached to fixed objects/assets with a separate alert tone for asset-specific detection.

  • How is the detection zone set up?

    Zones are adjustable. We help configure range and coverage based on the machine, the work area, and where your crews are most exposed.

  • Does SCAN~LINK replace any current safety procedures?

    No. SCAN~LINK is designed to improve operator awareness and support your existing safety program. It adds another layer of protection around your equipment.

Your Path to a Safer Forestry Operation

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Have questions about your equipment or site layout? Talk directly with a SCAN~LINK safety specialist.

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Contact us to learn how SCAN~LINK’s passive RFID safety solutions improve safety and compliance, or request pricing and a detailed quote tailored to your jobsite.

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Grimsby, Ontario

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T: 1-905-304-6100

Toll Free: 1-866-554-5582

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