MANAGING RISKS IN LOADING DOCK AND WAREHOUSE ENVIRONMENTS
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Hazard 5: Poor Maintenance
Details
Rubber wheels on pallet jacks and forklifts can develop flat spots, resulting in unstable loads and poor
handling
Having urethane wheels with the wrong density on pallet jacks or walkie stackers can place extra strain on
the operator
Threat
Stress on your hands and feet
Excess strain on your muscles to move manual equipment
Whole-body vibration or shock from driving powered equipment
Bursitis
Tennis elbow
Wrist strain
Safe Work Guidelines
Make sure that pallet jack and forklifts are maintained regularly to reduce the hand, arm and finger
force you need to operate them
Make sure that your employer has trained you to recognize and report the early signs of mechanical
breakdown
Make sure that floors are well maintained and clean
After repairs are made, report any difficulties in steering equipment
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