Published 14, Feb 2019
It might be the health and safety officer’s job to ensure that everything is safe and the laws are being abided by, but you should also have your own responsibility to keep your team's and your own wellbeing in the forefront of your mind too. There are lots of risks and hazards that can crop up in the warehouse environment, which is why these regulations do matter.
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Published 08, Feb 2019
Warehouse safety is massively important for the health and wellbeing of employees. Accidents can happen in all workplaces but with warehouses being particularly hazardous, it's vital you take the right precautions and abide by the correct best practices. So, we’ve put together a simple list of quick and easy warehouse safety tips that will always ensure you’re not at risk in the workplace.
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Published 23, Jan 2019
Shifts in a warehouse can often be long and physically draining. You’re constantly on the move on your feet, which over time can take its toll. The stress of being on your feet all day can lead to aches and pains in your feet, joints and even spread to your back - unless you have the right kind of support from your work shoes.
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Published 21, Jan 2019
There’s no denying that warehouses can be hazardous places to work in. Lots of workers like yourself moving about, high racking, heavy objects and machinery are just some of the things that can create many risks.
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Published 21, Jan 2019
When working within the food industry, there are various job roles that throw up all sorts of different hazards and risks. This is why you need to be wearing the correct safety shoes to protect you from the different dangers and ensure that you can do your job as efficiently as possible.
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Published 19, Jan 2019
Warehouse food safety is about more than just food. Sure, food contamination is rightfully the primary concern in most cases, but it shouldn’t be the only priority or the only natural thought. Think about injuries you can sustain from slips and trips, the risks of working with machinery and even the effects poor footwear can have on your feet and the rest of your body.
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Published 18, Jan 2019
Safety should be the optimum priority in any workplace, especially warehouses. It’s important that there’s always a copy of your warehouse safety manual on-hand in the warehouse. One copy is the minimum recommended amount. That way, you’re informed of all the hazards and possible risks that you face every day at work. The manual will also remind you of the correct ways and procedures to carry out your roles.
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Published 10, Jan 2019
Forklifts are particularly dangerous in the workplace, especially since accidents involving forklifts in warehouses are down to a combination of poor supervision and a lack of training. While these machines are useful, they can be a source of great danger.
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Published 04, Jan 2019
One of the biggest complaints you’ll probably have after long and tiring shifts in the factory is that your feet are aching and hurting. Although you could be doing a lot of different activities throughout your shift, from operating a forklift to carrying heavy objects, your feet feel the brunt of the effort you put in.
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Published 25, Dec 2018
Warehouses can be busy yet dangerous workplaces where a lot is going on. Many workers are moving about, there’s heavy equipment around, machinery, high shelving and so much more which can be potentially hazardous. Although you've already had training and gone through safety procedures, safety signs can be just as important. Here’s why warehouse safety signs can be important for your safety.
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