While safety in the workplace is consistently discussed in the material handling industry, there are devastating accidents nearly every day. Corners, doorways, and limited visibility areas present unique challenges for operators and pedestrians. Blind spots require focus and, in some cases, extra time for all those involved in the material handling process. Here are four […]
Tag Archives: employee safety
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Dec
Dec
Material handling equipment (MHE) is only part of the equation. In this industry, safety is a hot topic as it pertains to the equipment, but the managers and operators are often forgotten. Even in 2015, many teams still rely on employees to carry, lift, and distribute containers and miscellaneous items. Managers should be cognizant of […]
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Oct
Oct
Quick tip: Just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should. Make sure your warehouse team understands your internal safety policies and that you take OSHA violations seriously. And please don’t try this in your own workplace. These people have obviously lost their minds.
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Jun
Jun
At The Forklift Pro, we know forklifts and pedestrians should never mix, and since today is National Forklift Safety Day, we’re addressing this important topic. Shockingly, there are over 100 deaths that are directly linked to this type of Material Handling Equipment every year. Although forklifts are the cause of just one percent of total […]
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May
May
If you work in a busy and very physical industry, as many of those reading this post do, you know how hard it can be to take a break. We need rest breaks for many reasons, but among them is the opportunity to rehydrate. Just like many forklifts, we need to maintain proper fluid levels […]
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