Keep the Warehouse Warm
Ensuring that warehouse employees can work in comfort is, of course, reason enough to keep the warehouse working conditions warm. There are also a variety of practical reasons to do so. Cold hands may increase the risk of losing control of power equipment, heavy equipment or items, and vehicles. Cold feet may increase the risk of slip and fall injuries, which are the most common worksite industries in any field. Consider picking up electric or propane-powered heaters in the colder areas.
Ensure the Warehouse Is Dry
Wet conditions in a warehouse pose a risk to both staff and a warehouse’s inventory. As slip and fall accidents are often the most common source of workplace injuries, reducing that risk by keeping the warehouse dry is essential. Additionally, wet warehouse conditions can damage boxes and other inventory, short out electrical equipment, and cause rust and corrosion. Make sure that there are staff members tasked with keeping the floors and the rest of the warehouse as dry as possible.
Choose Aluminum Hand Trucks
Aluminum hand trucks are effective options for any warehouse dealing with wet conditions. In addition to being lightweight despite their sturdiness, aluminum hand trucks are rust resistant. Minimizing rust and corrosion to equipment is a wise move for any warehouse.
Switch to Heavy Duty Hand Trucks
Handling larger loads with a traditional truck can be a tricky proposition at the best of times. Some staff may choose to move loads that are on the border of safe and manageable for a hand truck when the conditions are dry and predictable. However, that is a recipe for injury and damaged items in wet or otherwise riskier conditions. Instead, ensure that warehouse staff uses appliance hand trucks, aka heavy duty hand trucks, in wet or slick conditions. The appliance hand truck features securing straps and simply better designed for larger, bulkier loads.
Introduce Powered Hand Trucks
For some material handling tasks in winter conditions, the risk of slipping and falling can be great enough that it makes sense to move beyond traditional and appliance hand trucks. The assistance provided by a powered hand truck means that staff doesn’t have to wrestle tough loads under their own power in more treacherous conditions. It’s a benefit that can improve both safety and efficiency when the conditions call for it.
About Magline
For more than 70 years, the Magliner name has represented a high standard of quality in the material handling industry. The name stands for tools known for their ease of use and reliability across many industries. In the material handling industry, the Magliner name is so common that it is used as shorthand for any hand truck, regardless of brand. Unfortunately for other brands, there is only one Magliner when it comes to dependability, durability, and ease-of-use. Magline, in addition to their legendary traditional hand trucks, also carries a motorized hand truck line, fully-customizable hand trucks, powered stair climbing hand trucks, a hand lift truck series, and much more. Whatever you need to be moved, lifted, or delivered, trust in Magliner equipment for your material handling requirements.
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