16 Dec An Integrated Approach to Warehouse Safety
Integrated Safety
Crown Equipment Corporation recently released their latest e-book, “An Integrated Approach to Forklift Safety,” that spells out how to create a safe and integrated work environment.
Here are some key takeaways to explore:
A Holistic Approach to Warehouse Safety
What are the components of a holistic approach to safety?
1. Equipment Design
2. Training
Additionally, it’s important to continue training beyond the training room. Continue to coach operators while on the job. Don’t be afraid to give feedback and reinforce positive behaviors. Encourage your employees to support one another in safety, as well, by helping each other out and recognizing safe practices.
3. Connectivity and Optimization
One of the greatest benefits of connectivity, though, is the opportunity it gives for operational optimization. Management can analyze the data collected and make decisions accordingly. Accident reporting and more provide needed insight to inform training as well as potential changes to be made on the warehouse or DC floor. Through connectivity and fleet management systems, operations have the chance for a greater understanding than ever before of what’s actually going on from a safety standpoint on the warehouse floor and can make sustainable changes accordingly.
4. Compliance Management
Capturing data through a fleet management system gives management eyes on the pulse of the warehouse. Furthermore, systems like InfoLink have the ability to guide operators through daily forklift inspection processes digitally, allowing for OSHA requirement compliance as well as better organization of compliance records. Fleet management systems provide real-time notifications and alerts when maintenance is needed on a forklift, reducing the chance of downtime and related accidents. They also have the capability to control access to forklifts based on operator certification levels, so operators only have access to use lifts they are authorized to operate.
Ultimately, compliance management comes down to leadership’s ongoing participation in safety. Continued training, data analysis, and utilization of the technologies available allow an operation to manage safety compliance so safety becomes a practice and not just an idea.
The Benefits of Integrated Safety
- Reduced accidents, injuries, and damaged equipment and goods
- Increased efficiency and productivity
A safe team is a productive team. Creating an environment where safety is the priority allows team members to focus on getting the job done. Operations save precious time and money when accidents are reduced, and operators do better work when they feel they are working in a safe workspace. All of this contributes to an overall more productive operation, giving you greater ROI.
Learn more about creating an Integrated Approach to Forklift Safety by downloading the complete Crown e-book.
