OSHA Weighs in On Forklift Safety Awareness
Is warehouse equipment safety training a priority in your company’s culture? Statistics show that 10 percent of forklifts will be involved in an accident over the next year due to poor training or operator error, resulting in 100,000 job-related injuries.
Accident prevention is more cost-effective than paying for medical costs and equipment damage. Use these tips to create greater safety awareness among your workers.
Develop Effective Training Programs
Some companies pay lip service to safety training, doing just enough to satisfy requirements. Focus on creating a meaningful training program that integrates demonstrations, interactive lessons and other learning forms to maintain interest. In addition, make training an ongoing process rather than a one-time event.
Identify Risk Factors
Telematic data gathering lets you document location and other significant information about accidents and near misses. Use the data to develop a profile of common risk factors and incorporate the findings in safety training. You can also take steps to counteract risk, such as increasing lighting at dangerous intersections.
Monitor Optical Location Records
Optical location data provides real-time information to track individual drivers. Look for patterns corresponding with safety violations to spotlight areas for improvement.
Identify Risky Driver Behavior
Main causes of operator error include:
– Poor spatial awareness, such as misjudging the size of a load
– Recklessness, such as speeding or driving in unauthorized areas
– Complacency, which leads to lack of awareness regarding pedestrians, obstructions and other potential hazards
Put Safety First with Warehouse Equipment from DJ Products
Our battery-powered tugs, movers and pushers come with standard safety features such as high-tech speed controllers, neutral throttle braking, and safety stop switches to reduce risk of accidents and injuries. Use the handy chat feature on our website to learn more from our knowledgeable sales engineers.