Tips on proper pallet handling at the workplace
Use high-quality gloves while handling pallets by hand to prevent injuries from nails or splinters in the wood. Take extra caution when treating wounds from rusty nails. Whether rusted or not, using the proper gloves can reduce the amount of damage caused by a puncture. Do not step on pallets. Wear the appropriate protective footwear if you must walk over a pallet or in locations where pallets are being handled. The boot or shoe that is recommended for safety (CSA Grade 1) will have a green triangle patch on it. These shoes shield your toes from potential cuts and wounds from sharp items piercing the bottom of your shoe.
The steel toe and steel plate that runs the length of your footsole are features of the CSA Grade 1 footwear. Pallets can range in weight from thirty to ninety pounds. Maintain proper posture if you are requested to move a pallet by hand or if you must stack pallets by hand. Bend your legs and maintain a straight back to avoid needless back stresses. Your legs should be performing the majority of the lifting if you are doing it right.
Regarding pallet stacking, there can be height constraints at work. Make sure you are aware of the locations and stacked pallet height policies of your organisation. The Health & Safety department of your business can be involved in this. To ensure that the right process is followed, ask before proceeding.
Pallet recycling will probably be governed by a policy at your company. Find out from your manager if the pallets are being recycled locally or sent to a wood chipper. Pallet recycling businesses now fix a lot of damaged pallets, getting them back in use quickly. Avoid combining wood and trash; consider recycling first.
Lift trucks are typically the most optimal and effective means of moving pallets in businesses. These cars are incredibly powerful and can easily topple a plastic or wooden pallet. To avoid damaging the upper and lower lead boards, make sure the forks entering the pallet are properly aligned before beginning the lifting process.
Pallets are easily damaged in two ways: either by pulling them behind a car that runs on batteries or propane, or by letting part of the automobile collide with the pallet’s front end. Always stop completely before moving the pallet with your car. You hold the key to the pallet’s survival.
Also Read: Considerations When Purchasing New Wooden Pallets
