I had to visit a wholesale business to pick up some personal items last week. I had visited this company a few years ago to try and earn their business however I was informed that they have their own in-house trainer that comes from out-of-town to train the staff. So be it!

While waiting to get my stuff, I immediately noticed that none of the forklift operators were wearing their seatbelts. I then started to chat with the young fellow who was getting my items and queried as to why he was not wearing his seatbelt. His answer was that the instructor told them that they shouldn't because if the forklift tips over, they won't get trapped inside the forklift!!!!!!!!!!??????????!!!!

While I was talking to this young chap, the yard supervisor came over to see what wa going on, and had some order they he needed to talk to this young chap about. He was smiling the whole time and appeared in a rush to have this order picked.

I thought that the law states 'when appointing a supervisor, the supervisor must be competent'. I guess the competency only refers to getting the orders picked, and not safety.

I don't know whether they have their own in-house trainer, or if they use an outside service, however, I seriously doubt that they are getting their money's worth. Time will tell, and unfortunately, it may very well be tragic.

Just thought I would share my findings with everyone on this board.