Manufacturing pedestrian safety is a major concern for anyone who works in a these Industrial & warehouse settings. Equipment operators want to be able to focus on the task at hand without hurting anybody else. And pedestrians want to feel seen and safe when walking through these areas.
You might be surprised to learn that according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), warehouses are one of the most hazardous places of employment.
That’s because the fatal injury rate for the warehouse industry is higher than the national average for any other industry. Which means that when injuries happen in the warehouse… they are usually either very severe…or fatal.
But why is that? What is it about warehouses that can make them such a dangerous place to work?
One of the reasons why the fatal injury rate in warehouses is so high is because of the risks and hazards that workers are exposed to daily. Based on recent data from OSHA and the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, some of the top hazards for warehouse pedestrians include:
Understanding how to overcome these risks and hazards will help you improve warehouse pedestrian safety.
Anytime pedestrians and equipment operators share the same workspace there will be potential for injuries. Forklift operators always need to be aware of their surroundings. And pedestrians need to always be on the lookout for forklift traffic, too.
OSHA recognizes the high risk environment that warehouse workers are exposed to each day. There are several regulations that have been put into place to help protect these workers from the risks and hazards mentioned above.
“Where mechanical handling equipment is used, sufficient safe clearances shall be allowed for aisles, at loading docks, through doorways and wherever turns or passage must be made.” – OSHA Standard 1910.176(a)
Separating and defining work areas and walkways has always been a challenge in warehouse settings. Providing adequate drop-off protection for interior loading docks has also been difficult. However, these are some of the main contributors to warehouse safety incidents.
CraneWerks is here to provide custom solutions that meet your unique safety needs, even in challenging spaces.
Contact us today for a personalized consultation and quote. Let’s work together to transform your lifting capabilities, prioritize pedestrian safety, and boost your bottom line. Don’t let space constraints limit your potential – reach out to CraneWerks now!
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