Forklift safety in warehouses is always an important topic for safety supervisors, job site managers, forklift drivers, pedestrians and others. The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) documents industrial accidents, and forklift accidents (“powered industrial trucks” in OSHA terminology) always rank Read More…
If you’ve driven forklifts for a while, there’s a good chance you’ve operated both 3 wheel forklifts and 4 wheel forklifts. Each type of these powered industrial trucks differs more than you think, especially if you have experience with each lift.
(Updated July 2020) For more than 70 years, pallet racks have provided an affordable and sturdy storage solution for warehouses, retailers, and other companies — and there are many reasons why this is the case. Pallet racking is durable and safe to use, makes it Read More…
(Updated July 2020) Like any other workspace, a warehouse is only as efficient and productive as the organization behind it. Without an orderly layout, detailed safety plan, or a clean environment, warehouse productivity and safety will suffer. A warehouse has safety concerns that often exceed Read More…
Safety in warehouses starts with trained workers, properly maintained equipment, and efficient workplace systems. However, even when everything is done right, accidents do still happen and it’s important to know how your workplace would react to an emergency and evacuate the building if necessary.