Warehouse Safety Tips: Essentials The Facility Should Have
Since warehouse docks are vulnerable to accidents dangerous elements, workers in the facility are prone to accidents and injuries. Slipping on the wet floor, falling from heights, losing control of heavy equipment, and using faulty equipment are common tragedies. If you have a warehousing managing job, understanding the risks and importance of safety measures is crucial. Here are the essentials that will keep your workstation safe. Wheel chocks Forklifts, loaders, cargo trailers, and dump trucks are examples of heavy vehicles and equipment required to lift and transport merchandise. All the vehicles deployed in the dock have a braking system to prevent them from moving while parking them on the spot. However, the tires of the vehicle can move during loading and unloading items. To keep the vehicles motionless, freight drivers should place wheel chocks in the front and rear of the wheel. Rails and bars Pushing a heavily loaded trolley on the ramp to the next floor is dangero...