If a small fire breaks out on your dock or in your warehouse, your employees may be trained to put it out with the nearest fire extinguisher. But what happens if the extinguisher they use has passed its expiration date? Quite possibly it has lost its pressure. the end result is that instead of dousing … Read more
When most companies install mats in their work spaces they do so for safety purposes. Mats reduce slipping and keep employees working safely. Another enormous benefit to mats is increasing workplace productivity. This is especially important, when every labor hour counts. Mats not only provide an ergonomically correct work environment, but they have been proven to … Read more
Many supervisors assume that their employees know about cleaning product safety. But unless you provide the appropriate training and supervision, this type of assumption could potentially put your employees and even yourself in danger. Cleaning products are made from chemicals that are often toxic and caustic. If they aren’t handled properly, they can cause serious … Read more
At the warehouse it is important to know that your employer has your back — both literally and figuratively. Preventing back injuries is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure that you will have a future well-being physically and mentally. Back injuries are serious and while there are procedures and medication … Read more
At a number of workplaces, a respirator mask is a mandatory piece of safety equipment. However, at a variety of others it is recommended yet not entirely enforced or used. Unfortunately, ignoring the benefits of using a respirator mask at your job site could pose serious health risks later on down the road. Wearing a … Read more
In many warehouses and distribution centers, a loading dock is the center of a lot of activity. For most companies, the dock is where supplies come in and where products go out. As one of the key “organs” of your company’s “body”, loading docks give shipping trucks and personnel easy access to storage areas and … Read more
Industrial forklifts that are battery powered are used in an increasing variety of manufacturing and warehouse operations. Today’s electric batteries provide benefits like reduced emission, which helps many businesses (from small, family-owned groups to large corporations), achieve “green” goals regarding environmental responsibility. The other obvious benefits of today’s electric lift trucks are longer running times … Read more
If your warehouse, factory or home workshop has a supply of hazardous materials, you may have already dealt with creating an area specifically for storing those materials. But if you’re thinking of upgrading, updating or simply replacing old storage containers, cabinets and other safety items, you’ve come to the right supplier! We carry a large … Read more
Whether you own a small business, work for a large company, or just spend time in your garage with building and repair projects, it’s important to consider the safety and compliance issues of your operations. This can ensure the continued productivity, profit, or simple enjoyment you – or those working for you – gain from … Read more
A new forklift collision avoidance system from Flow-Rite Safety Solutions is designed to increase safety in the material handling industry where forklifts are used. The patent-pending system is called Crossing Guard and its manufacturer says the product detects potential accident victims in warehouses and other business environments using infrared, ultrasound (or combination) sensors, with an … Read more
