Loading bays are constantly busy, which means there is a much higher risk for accidents and injuries to occur. During peak business hours the increased risk to staff means that you need to implement procedures to reduce the risk as much as possible, ensuring a safe working environment for everyone.

There are some simple ways you can help improve loading bay safety at your facility:

1. Regular Servicing

Ensuring your loading bay systems have a scheduled service programme, performed by a certified service engineer, is important to ensure that all equipment avoids any dangerous faults and costly downtime. Loading bay equipment needs to be examined and serviced regularly so that any fault can be spotted as early as possible. This also helps to keep required maintenance on a predetermined schedule to avoid untimely breakdowns during peak opening times.

2. Employee Training

Any member of staff that works in the warehouse and/or loading bay should be trained in the proper use and maintenance of all systems to avoid injury, breakdowns or death. They should be well drilled on procedures to effectively utilise loading bay doors before loading and unloading takes place. They should also know their responsibilities if an accident should occur.

3. Load Assessment

Every delivery to your facility should be assessed each time by a trained individual. Make sure all loading equipment is able to access the delivery by checking weight capacities.

4. Ensure a Safe Working Environment

Mark hazards and safe areas with clear floor markings and safety signs around your property. This helps staff, customers and equipment operators stay safe. All working areas should be cleaned and kept clear of any debris or waste so that no easily avoidable accident can occur. Blind spots around your workplace should be eliminated by the use of mirrors.

If you think your business could benefit from loading bay equipment and high-speed roller shutters in Manchester, contact Sheridan Doors today.