Your warehouse can serve as a safe haven for productivity. However, with the delicate balance between staff, product, and more, fire safety protocol should always be top-of-mind. So, how can you be prepared for anything that comes your way? Let’s discuss some A-Zs of fire protection in storage facilities. Arson If you’re thinking that arson […]
Understanding Automation and Warehouse Safety
Understanding Automation and Warehouse Safety Automated workplaces aren’t only a thing of the future — they’re happening right here, right now. While automation can alleviate a lot of different stresses in the workplace and bring a whole host of benefits, there are also some unique concerns to consider. Here’s a quick guide to understanding automation and […]
How to Maintain Productivity and Safety of Material Handling Workers
Your material handling workers may have already returned to their normal duties despite the ongoing pandemic. Or, perhaps they have continued their essential functions throughout the past few months onsite, likely with extra safety measures in place. Regardless, it’s important to do everything in your power to maintain their safety and productivity, no matter what’s […]
National Safety Month Ideas for Your Warehouse
There has perhaps never been a more critical year to observe National Safety Month than this one. National Safety Month not only sheds light on some of the best practices in the industry — as well as organizations that get it right — but also standards we all need to adhere to in this new […]
5 Ways to Keep Your Distribution Center Safe During a Pandemic
Most material handling products and services are essential during national and global crises to keep the supply chain moving. When considering the current COVID-19 pandemic, there are real ways for distribution centers to safeguard their workers and products. Many distribution and eCommerce fulfillment centers are in a hiring spree due to the move to online […]
Why Material Handling Products and Services Are Essential During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Now more than ever, material handling products and services are essential to the success of businesses both large and small, far and wide. Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to recognize both the value of these products and services to the overall supply chain, as well as the crucial nature of their roles. What’s […]
Top 10 OSHA Recordable Injuries to Watch for In Your Facility
In order to have the safest warehouse possible, you have to be vigilant at all times, right? While this is true, you can easily set yourself up for success with safety product, training, and other protocols. It’s simply not possible for you to observe every employee and every inch of your facility at all times. […]
Why an Effective Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) Program Matters
There are a lot of reasons why you should be thinking about the state of your facility‘s maintenance, repair, and operations, also known as MRO. But is there a right way and a wrong way? You bet. A successful MRO program can help your reap a ton of benefits. Not only will you feel confident […]
How Keeping Warehouse Pallet Racking Safe Can Influence Your Reputation
If you are in charge of operations for a plant, warehouse, or distribution center, you probably work closely with your corporate communications staff regarding the level of safety in your facility. In fact, your public relations team never wants to be in the news for any sort of worker safety concerns. In addition, making sure […]
5 Steps to Preventing Recordable Injuries in Your Facility
Recordable injuries. Two words, but potentially scary implications. When it comes to preventing OSHA recordable injuries in your facility, you’re not without hope. Not every accident can be prevented. However, if you follow the 5 tips below, your outlook for incident-free days, weeks, or even months is significantly higher. Step 1: Recognize your risk of […]