2019 OSHA Top 10 Cited Safety Violations Published by Timothy G. Wiemer on 18th November 2019 The following top 10 most cited violations are the result of all workplace safety inspections that occurred throughout the United States for fiscal year 2019. This list could be used as a tool for business to help reassess […]
Forklift Inspection The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) plays a crucial role in establishing worker safety standards across various industries. These regulations are designed to ensure that all companies adhere to a uniform set of safety rules, promoting a safer work environment for employees nationwide. Regardless of the job type, OSHA’s standards cover a […]
Tips for Properly Cleaning a Forklift One thing they don’t teach in an OSHA forklift training video is how to clean a forklift. It is an important part of the job, but it doesn’t happen as often as it should. The environment that a forklift works in is dirty. When used outdoors, a forklift will kick up […]
Seven Reasons to Become Forklift Certified In the material handling world, forklifts are essential pieces of equipment. They can lift and move things that humans cannot. They come in many forms and do different kinds of work, but they’re all big, heavy, and potentially dangerous. The power and weight of forklifts make this machinery dangerous. […]
Safety Tips for Forklifts on Rough Terrain Operating a forklift safely and responsibly is hard enough in ideal conditions. Throw in some rough terrain and adverse conditions, and the job gets exponentially harder. Controlling the lift and loading on rough terrain requires a steady hand and patience. Rushing across a rough area will increase the […]
Common Forklift Driver Mistakes At some point in their career, every forklift driver will make a mistake. Even the most careful driver will bump into something or spear a load eventually. In a warehouse, where there are multiple trucks, lifts, and hazards, the odds of an accident go up significantly. People make mistakes and accidents […]
Below, we provide a breakdown of the Different Kinds of Powered Industrial Trucks in a Warehouse to help you decide which one is best for your operation. Forklifts are an essential and powerful tool for any warehouse operation. They can do work and lift objects that humans cannot. Their speed and strength make it […]
Forklift Driving Tips for Safe Operation The most important thing to remember when operating any kind of powered industrial truck is safety protocols. Operating a forklift carefully and responsibly will keep you and your coworkers out of harm’s way while on the job. A forklift is a durable machine that can efficiently carry heavy loads, […]