CONVEYOR SYSTEMS

In some warehouses, products are placed on conveyor systems that transport them to different areas of the facility. To prevent pinch point or entanglement injuries, workers should have their hair covered or secured and keep all body parts away from moving conveyor belts and wheels. Elevated conveyors should have safety nets to prevent products from dropping onto workers below. Workers should be trained in the proper lockout/tagout procedures for servicing conveyors and be informed of the location of the on/off and emergency stop buttons for immediate access.

MATERIAL HANDLING AND STORAGE

Large, awkward, and/or heavy products are a challenge to warehouse […]