We train forklift operators on a regular basis, and hopefully your forklift operators are trained properly. But what about pedestrians working and visiting your facility? Do they know the potential dangers of forklifts and how to behave around them to minimize the potential for an accident? Our Feature Article highlights what you can do to improve pedestrian safety within your facility.
As we train operators to use forklifts safely we visit a lot of facilities. During these visits we see our fair share of OSHA violations and safety hazards. Find out what our Top 5 violations are in this month's Feature Article.
The cold winter months are upon us, and with them comes the potential for bottom-line profits to seep out your warehouse doors in the form of higher utility bills. Fortunately, there are several low-cost solutions to help keep warm air inside your warehouse and direct it where it is needed most...
Knowing your operation and selecting the correct battery and charger combination for your forklifts can mean thousands of dollars in savings or waste. This Feature Article helps you in the decision process.
Choosing the right forklift tires for your lift truck can mean a world of difference in performance and wear. It also means a big difference in productivity, driver comfort and your bottom line. This feature article highlights the differences in forklift tire compounds and helps you through the process of choosing the right tire for your application... Read more.
Although the recession is beginning to ease, a lot of companies have been forced to cut back, to do more with fewer people and to assign many employees to new jobs they may have never done. With this in mind, you can see where OSHA would have reason to make sure that these employees are being protected in the workplace. Since the government is also looking for increased revenue streams, it is highly likely that we will see...Read More
Since the new forklift training regulations took effect back in 1999, thousands of operators and workers have been killed and injured by forklifts and other material handling equipment. As a result, hundreds of millions of dollars have been awarded to plaintiffs. Has your company or a company you know paid out these awards? Is your company covered for what might happen in the future? Read more...
Proper Fork and Chain Inspection Techinques
OSHA requires a daily inspection of each lift truck you operate. To see what OSHA expects of your inspections, visit their eTool HERE. While OSHA requires that each be inspected, they do not give specifics on how to, or what to inspect. We will provide you with some specific areas to inspect to be sure you are doing all you can to be certain your forks and chains are in safe operating order. Read more...
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