Challenge
1.Lack of communication
A lack of communicaion means needless vulnerability/ risk
Truck drivers may be unsure when it’s safe to depart from the dock
Material handling operators may be unsure when it’s safe to enter/ exit a trailer
Crushing or impact injuries could occur
Solution
1.Light communication Package
Deliver clear, concise communication to dock workers inside and truck drivers outside
Universal red and green lights – instantly understood as “stop” and “go”
Simple to install and easy to use solution for improving communication and safety at the loading dock area
Some systems can be interlocked to achieve a safe sequence of operations
Challenge
2.Unguarded, Raised Platforms
An open dock present dangerous “fall” hazards
People and material handling equipment may fall, slip, or drive off an unguarded dock edge
Crushing or impact injuries could occur
Solution
2.Drop-off Protection
Provide a visual and physical barrier for pedestrians and material handling equipment
Barrier protection at the loading dock
Manually operated
Simple to install
Can be interlocked to achieve a safe sequence of operations
Challenge
3.Trailer Seperation
A trailer that’s not secured to the dock can lead to accidents, injuries – even death
People and material handling equipment may fall or become trapped between gaps that exist between a trailer and the loading dock wall, while loading and unloading.
Crushing or impact injuries could occur
Solution
3.Secure trailers to the dock
Make the trailer a secure extension of your warehouse floor
A vehicle restraint for any application: standard over the road trailer/ lift gate trailer/ obstructed or damaged RIGs
Restraint options: manual wheel chocks/ automatic vehicle restraints/ interlock capable restraint
