warehouse safety & osha regulations

Warehouse Safety & OSHA RegulationsAK Material Handling Systems 8630 Monticello Ln N Maple Grove, MN 55369

More than

145,000people work in over

7,000warehouses

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IMAGINETHE

INJURIES?

TOP3CAUSES OF INJURY

• DOCKS• FORKLIFTS

• CONVEYORS

DOCK

SHAZARD: Injuries can happen when forklifts are driven off the dock, or

product/equipment falls on employees.

SOLUTIONS

Drive forklifts slowly on docks

Secure dock plates, checking capacities

Keep clear of dock edges

Provide visual warnings near dock edges

100 killed &95,000 injuredEVERY YEAR

while operating forklifts

SOLUTIONSProperly maintain equipment

Before use, examine machinery

Follow procedures for pickup

Maintain safe clearances for aisles

CONV

EYO

RSHAZARD: Workers can be caught in between

“pinch points”, hit by falling products, or develop musculoskeletal disorders by

repetitive postures or motions.

SOLUTIONS

Constantly inspect conveyors

Check that pinch points are protected

Train employees on conveyor procedures

Maintain proper lighting around area

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PREV

ENTI

ON EDUCATE

On proper safety measures

TRAIN Workers on warehouse equipment

ESTABLISH A communication system between employees

ENSURE Fire, lockout, and equipment

procedures are in place

If you don't follow the rules…

IT WILL COST YOU

$38,000

$150,000direct costs

indirect costs

QUICK TIPS

ENSURE…

• Floors are swept, aisles are clear

• Lifting is done correctly, avoiding repetitive movements

• Ladders are inspected before use

• Hazard zones are clearly marked

• All employees are alert when working with and next to machinery

SAFETYisn’t an option,

it’s the

LAW

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

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10TOP

CITATIONSNEXT…

TOP

101. Forklifts

2. Hazard Communication

3. Electrical, wiring methods

4. Electrical, system design

5. Guarding floor & wall openings and holes

6. Exits

7. Mechanical power transmission

8. Respiratory protection

9. Lockout/tagout

10. Portable fire extinguishers

CITATIONS

COMMON CODES:1926.250(a)(1) All materials stored in tiers shall be stacked, racked, blocked, interlocked, or otherwise secured to prevent sliding, falling or collapse.

1926.250(a)(2) Maximum safe load limits of floors within buildings and structures, in pounds per square foot, shall be conspicuously posted in all storage areas, except for floor or slab on grade. Maximum safe loads shall not be exceeded.

1926.250(a)(3) Aisles and passageways shall be kept clear to provide for the free and safe movement of material handling equipment or employees. Such areas shall be kept in good repair.

1926.250(a)(4) When a difference in road or working levels exist, means such as ramps, blocking, or grading shall be used to ensure the safe movement of vehicles between the two levels.

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osha.gov

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