What the state of your truck says about your safety standards
Knocks, bumps, scrapes… There’s a commonly-held belief that these types of daily damage are inevitable when you’re running a busy fleet of forklift trucks. In fact, it’s so acceptable at some companies that their annual budgets regularly include six-figure contingencies for repairing or replacing racking alone. Focusing on managing the damage may appear to be […]
Your responsibility to young workers – make sure they’re safe to start work
Whether all forklift operators realise it or not, manoeuvring powerful, four tonne lift trucks at pace around a busy working environment is a big responsibility. As the operator, you’re accountable for the safety of those working around you on foot and, with many workplaces failing to include pedestrians in forklift safety awareness training, their safety […]
A guide to forklift training legislation: what you need to know
Following the recent changes to UK sentencing guidelines, prosecutions and fines for breaches of Health and Safety law are at an all-time high. So it’s more important than ever that those responsible for safety understand exactly what is required of them, and how to implement it. When it comes to MHE training, there is a […]
The main root cause of forklift accidents revealed & how you can make a difference
Businesses that rely on forklift trucks are often fast-paced with deadlines and targets at the forefront of operations. In a bid to aid safety and efficiency, enhancements to trucks, advances in automation and a wealth of additional systems are increasingly available for those wanting to improve current ways of working. But until such a time […]
Use simple 3-points-of-contact rule to prevent nasty falls
Falls, slips and trips account for around a third of all UK workplace injuries, and forklift operators and warehouse staff are at significant risk. Falls from stationary and moving lift trucks can cause serious injuries, so make sure that everyone understands the risks. Encourage operators to take care when mounting and dismounting lift trucks […]
A complacent attitude to safety is now more risky than ever. Here’s why
With constant advances in technology, vehicle cameras and CCTV are becoming increasingly adopted as valuable monitoring tools. Throw in the ever-growing use of smartphones, and it’s easier than ever to capture – and share – incriminating photos and videos of unsafe practice… At a time when fines and prosecutions for breaches of health and safety […]
Forklift refresher training: how to stay safe, legal and profitable
Regular training helps to keep drivers at their best. That’s a fact. Indeed, study after study shows that regularly trained operators are more productive (and profitable) than untrained colleagues. What’s more, refresher training helps prevent complacency from creeping in and bad habits from taking hold throughout the workforce. With companies running tighter margins and drivers […]
5 ways onsite training benefits your staff and your budget
We’re often asked whether we can visit customers’ sites to carry out operator training, and the answer is a resounding, “yes!” And for very good reason… All courses that we offer, from forklift training to cranes to access equipment, can be delivered on your site, for your convenience and to maximise relevance for your staff. […]
Top-down approach can prevent huge fines under new sentencing guidelines
Last year, the Health and Safety Executive brought in new legislation that toughened up the penalties for health and safety and corporate manslaughter offenses. It was a long time coming as fines and penalties had become fairly stable and predictable over the last few decades and it was very clear that some companies weren’t taking […]
The REAL cost of pick rate bonuses when they’re not managed safely
When it comes to improving employee motivation in the warehouse, pick rate bonuses are the top choice for increasing productivity, efficiency and profits. But, without safe management, the resulting rush can cost a business much more than additional payments to employees. Working hard, long shifts in a warehouse, carrying out repetitive and sometimes tedious tasks, […]