Proper fire protection implementations are necessary to keep your inventory and your employees safe. The law also requires them. However, it may not always be obvious which products are right for you. Here’s our guide to help you choose the right fire protection products for your warehouse. Consider all the regulations The Top 5 Things […]
Integrating AI and Warehouse Safety
Before you dive into integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and warehouse safety in your operation, there are some important things to consider. Automation can certainly be helpful. After all, it’s the future of warehousing and manufacturing, and it’s already happening in many places. That being said, you should ensure that you understand automation and warehouse safety […]
Top 5 Things To Know About Warehouse Sprinkler Fire Codes
As a material handling professional — and likely an essential worker dealing with a pandemic, no less — it may be easy to fall behind when it comes to certain protocols. As you navigate how to maintain the productivity and safety of yourself and your team, don’t forget about fire protection. Here are the top […]
Minding the Mental Health of Essential Workers
Regardless of what’s going on in the world in terms of the pandemic, one thing has remained constant this entire time — our need for material handling essential workers. With the normal level of pressure that falls on these individuals, support is crucial. So, not only is it important to be wary of their safety, […]
The A-Z of Fire Protection in Storage Facilities
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
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 warehouse safety. What exactly is […]
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 […]
A Salute to Safe Workplaces
As we continue to recognize National Safety Month, we wanted to be sure to give a shout out to all the safe workplaces we’ve had the pleasure of working with over the years. These organizations exemplify what safe workplaces should be by focusing on employee safety first. We’re proud of these companies for investing in […]
The Importance of Forklift Safety
As we virtually celebrate 2020 Forklift Safety Day, it’s important to remember that safe forklift practices are vital year-round. Since forklifts are heavy — weighing up to 9,000 pounds — and can be fast (traveling up to 18 mph!) they can become a hazard in the workplace to inventory, their operators, and pedestrians. History of […]