Discover how Modjoul works to save lives and reduce costs in the warehouse industry using precise magnetic fields and a state-of-the-art alert system. Forklifts and other types of mobile equipment are essential for material handling. Unfortunately, many of the safety solutions created for forklifts fail to address the full range of risks they present. The…
Forklifts and other mobile machinery are some of the most hazardous elements of a warehouse. They can cause injury to both the operator or pedestrians due to errors such as not adhering to posted signage, improperly stacking a load, or not paying attention to the surroundings. The dangers that forklifts present in the workplace are…
What is OSHA? OSHA, short for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, was created by the U.S. Congress in 1970 through the Occupational Safety and Health Act. Its mission is to ensure safe and healthy working conditions by setting and enforcing safety standards, providing training, and offering resources to help companies maintain compliance. In the…
One of the most common and in-demand jobs in any warehouse is that of a forklift driver. Forklift drivers are necessary for virtually any industry you can think of, from lumber to food processing. If you’re considering becoming a forklift driver, the following qualifications will get you on the right track. These qualifications break down…
All too often, companies sacrifice warehouse safety to protect their bottom line. But, in doing that, those companies are taking a significant gamble. Without safety precautions, there is a risk of causing harm to employees and suffering potential financial losses. Safety solutions are investments for a future safe and profitable work environment. While the upfront…
Forklifts are notoriously one of the most dangerous pieces of equipment on a job site or in a warehouse. In fact, they are a leading cause of injury in the warehouse industry. Operators and pedestrians alike are in danger when a forklift is not properly used. Some of the more common forklift accidents involve being…
A “Near Miss” Is… The phrase “near-miss” or “close call” is common for those working in and around warehouses. OSHA would define a near miss as an incident where “a worker might have been injured if the circumstances had been slightly different.” These incidents can occur due to unsafe conditions or an employee acting unsafely.…
Warehouses are high-risk environments, filled with heavy machinery, forklifts, and large inventories that can create hazards. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the transportation and warehousing sector experiences a work injury rate of 4.3% per 100 full-time workers, reflecting the dangerous nature of this industry. That’s why it’s imperative all warehouse workers…
Forklift accidents are one of the leading causes of accidents and fatalities in the workplace. In the past four years, 151 people in the United States died from forklift accidents, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics estimates that nearly 7,000 non-fatal accidents occur each year. Jobs involving heavy machinery, such as forklifts, are…
As safety experts, SynTech has spent time honing in on the most critical terminology for discussing warehouse safety. While there is a practical need for brief dictionaries such as this for almost every aspect of warehouse operations, this guide focuses on terms that will help individuals guide and navigate meaningful safety conversations. Warehouse Terms You…