Earning your forklift-operator certification is an important accomplishment—but forklift education is not a one-and-done event. Because of changing standards, emerging technologies and evolving environments, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) requires that employers re-certify all of their forklift operators every … Continue reading
Proper Forklift Fleet Management in Cold Conditions
December 14, 2018 by
Working in the snow or ice is never an easy thing to do. However, with modern innovation and enhancements such as the forklift, outdoor operations in cold conditions have become manageable in the most trying of circumstances. Such positive outcomes … Continue reading
How To Properly Maintain An Electric Forklift
November 28, 2018 by
Electric forklifts are some of the most dynamic and innovative technologies that you can ever come across. These mechanisms are known for their ability to enhance and revitalize material handling operations. Electric forklifts have been known to be eco-friendly and … Continue reading
4 Ways to Combat Sleep Deprivation in the Warehouse
October 18, 2018 by
Are your workers falling asleep at the switch? Do you find many of your colleagues keener to catch some z’s as opposed to completing that critical project? Many American workers claim that their sleeping needs are not met on a … Continue reading
What Does OSHA’s New Funding Announcement Mean for the Material Handling Industry?
September 26, 2018 by
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, otherwise known as OSHA is the governing body of workplace safety and continuous improvement across America. In the material handling industry, OSHA is the go-to source for those seeking to improve the welfare of … Continue reading
Why You Shouldn’t Make Modifications to Your Forklift
September 5, 2018 by
It is an obvious practice that every operator, owner, and practitioner desires a forklift that works best for them. It has already been mentioned that there are a plethora benefits that forklift attachments offer to all those that utilize them. … Continue reading
How to Safely Change a Forklift Battery
August 22, 2018 by
Changing a battery seems like a menial task, however it can present a wide range of hazards and troubles if not done correctly. Have no fear, adhering to proper protocol and practices will make any novice an expert in changing … Continue reading
How to Properly Change the Forks on Your Forklift
August 8, 2018 by
The benefits of forklift attachments have been sung across the board. From enhancing efficiency, expediting project times, and driving productivity there are a plethora of positives that can be yielded from these devices. However, the forklift forks are the basic … Continue reading
How Much Can Human Error Cost the Warehouse?
July 11, 2018 by
In the warehouse accidents are bound to happen. Sometimes these incidents are chalked up to the forces of nature, but more often than not it is a result of human intervention. With this being said, almost always these events are … Continue reading
Risks of Working in Extremely Hot Environments
July 5, 2018 by
Generally speaking, summer is a time of year where many workers are delighted to finally enjoy some warmth, sunshine and clear blue skies. However, this is also a time of year where temperatures soar, humidity rises, and heat can play … Continue reading
