If you ever crave a visual representation of organized chaos, visit a warehouse. You will spot heavy machinery zooming from one end of the building to the other. Hear the whirring of HVAC systems. You will see hundreds (or even thousands) of employees racing about to meet packaging and shipping quotas. See and hear computerized product sorting systems…
Top 10 OSHA Violations in 2022 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration released preliminary data in September for the top 10 most frequently cited standards in fiscal year 2022. The included data includes violations cited between October 1, 2021, and September 6, 2022. OSHA publishes this list annually to help employers determine what areas they…
The Dangers of Electric Forklifts “Can you repeat that?” If you have asked that question in your warehouse, then chances are you work in a loud environment. Forklifts significantly contribute to warehouse noise, so many companies are investing in electric lifts. But what does the use of electric forklifts mean for workers? Are they always…
Recently we received an inquiry regarding equipping a few forklifts with the HIT-NOT system. However, there was also a suggestion that other less expensive alternatives “would suffice” since price was a concern. But as the popular commercial says “Just OK is Not OK.” Forklifts are valuable tools. They enable businesses to work quickly and efficiently…
Forklift lights are a “safety-first” OSHA requirement. While they’re often taken for granted, forklift lights help drivers see better in low-light situations, ultimately increasing safety and productivity. In addition to standard forklift lighting, other types of add-on warning lights can help both forklift drivers and pedestrians stay safe while on the job. But just like…
Because of the dangers presented by forklifts, it is vital to check the systems and mechanisms at the beginning of each shift to decrease the risk of injury to yourself and others.
Regular forklift maintenance is one of the most important concerns to prevent accidents. But safety is not the only reason regular maintenance is valuable.
5 Forklift Safety Tips for the Workplace Janet worked as a forklift operator at a paper mill for several years, so she knew all the shortcuts. One day, she was in a hurry and took a shortcut through a rarely-used pedestrian zone. Unfortunately, she didn’t see the other worker until it was too late. Forklifts…
The warehouse forklift operator, Barry, was a veteran driver of 20 years. He’d spent his career driving forklifts and other mobile equipment in a warehouse setting. Barry had an excellent safety record and almost always took the proper safety precautions. He’d even provided forklift certification training for new hires from time to time. Despite all…
OSHA NEWS In February 2022, OSHA proposed updating the industrial truck’s standard. The U.S. Department of Labor announced today a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking by the department’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration to improve worker safety and health by ensuring the agency’s general industry and construction industry rules reflect current industry practice and state-of-the-art technology. This proposed…