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Motorized forklifts are an essential tool for unloading and loading trucks and otherwise moving heavy inventory. But forklifts—also called powered industrial trucks—can be highly hazardous for a wide range of reasons. National Forklift Safety Day, an observance sponsored by the Industrial Truck Association, took place this week. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health …

Forklifts make it easy to lift, transport and handle otherwise heavy goods. Developed in the early 20th century, these industrial trucks are defined by their use of motorized arms. You can use a forklift to secure heavy goods so that you can move them to a different area. If you're planning to use a forklift indoors, however, you should be conscious of carbon monoxide. Many forklifts will produce carbon monoxide, which if left unchecked, can place you and your business's other workers at…

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The correct wheel and caster can make a job so much easier. From rolling a long cart through a narrow hallway to hauling heavy equipment around the warehouse, proper wheels and casters can make all the difference between a hard job and an easy one. Ace Industrial carries a complete line of pallet rack, wheels, and casters to put your ... Limited warehouse space is an age-old problem. Once warehouse space begins to run tight, you have basically two options: save space where…

Yesterday, we discussed some of the hazards that are created when pedestrians work in close proximity to forklifts. Today, we’ll look at some work practices that pedestrians can use to stay safe when they’re crossing paths with powered industrial trucks. Pedestrians can protect themselves when they are working near forklifts by using their senses—and their [...]

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If you use forklifts at your facility, you know you have to train your operators. OSHA's standards for Powered Industrial Trucks at 29 CFR 1910.178 require all forklift operators to receive a combination of formal instruction and hands-on experience.

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Every year, thousands of people are injured in accidents involving forklifts, with forklift accidents being one of the most common incidents in the warehouse. Common incidents include forklift overturn, workers being struck by a lift, and falls from a forklift. These incidents occur despite the fact that most forklift accidents are avoidable. The warehouse can be a hazardous place, but there are ways to reduce the…