Learn the best ways to stay safe in the warehouse with these quick tips.

1. How to Keep Safe
in the Warehouse

2. WORKING WITH
HEAVY EQUIPMENT

3. Be aware of the dangers of
heavy equipment.
When the operator becomes
comfortable with a machine,
he no longer thinks that the
equipment is dangerous.

4. Understand the hazards.
Remain cautious and careful
when operating any machinery.
Follow specific instructions for
the equipment.
Avoid situations where a forklift
accident is likely.

5. SLIPS AND TRIPS

6. How to prevent slips:
Eliminate the following things:
–Loose material
–Liquids
–Dark areas
–Boxes
–Unnecessary steps

7. BE CAREFUL
NOT TO FALL

8. Falling accounts for a
majority of accidents.
Even when not working above
ground level, there is always a
risk for falls to happen.

9. Remain aware of your
surroundings.
When working on loading
docks, remember what you
were taught and remain aware
of your surroundings.
Use guard rails whenever there
is a large drop in floor heights.

10. PREVENT A FIRE

11. Fires can jeopardize the
entire warehouse.
Prevent the risk of fires by:
• Eliminating worn or exposed
wires
• Watch out for leaking
flammable fluids
• Don’t run electrical cords
under carpet

12. BE AWARE OF YOUR
SURROUNDINGS

13. Pay attention to warnings.
Machines with moving parts are a
hazard in the workplace. If used
improperly and warning labels
are ignored, permanent injury or
death can occur.

14. Listen to the training.
Be weary of heavy materials
and avoid moving machines in
the loading dock because of the
increased risk of being crushed.

15. Don’t be exposed.
Harsh chemicals are a serious
workplace hazard. If you feel
that you are in an unsafe work
environment that is being
exposed to chemicals, be sure
to let someone know.

16. Watch out for falling objects.
Common warehouse practice is
to stack objects on high
shelves. Always keep heavy
loads stacked neatly to avoid a
shift that can cause objects to
roll off shelves.

17. BE EDUCATED

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