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Understanding the importance of operator daily checks for workplace safety
Naomi Webb
3 minute read
Understanding the importance of operator daily checks for workplace safety
Your Focus - 26 Jan 2017 (#805) Workplace safety depends on well-serviced, reliable equipment, as Naomi Webb explains.
These boots were made for walking
Danny Maron
3 minute read
These boots were made for walking
Safety First - 19 Jan 2017 (#804) One of these days these forklifts are gonna walk all over you, warns Danny Maron.
The only way is up
Kristin Lelewicz
1 minute read
The only way is up
Your Focus - 12 Jan 2017 (#803) As warehouses strive for improved efficiency, one solution is cramming more stock into less space, as Kristin Lelewicz advises.
Lock ‘em up!
Rob Vetter
3 minute read
Lock ‘em up!
Safety First - 22 Dec 2016 (#801) Rob Vetter recently helped deliver a series of training sessions on forklifts for California OSHA enforcement and consultation personnel. The timing was interesting ...
Changes in weighing legislation and implications for forklift fleet operators
Bill Ambrose
3 minute read
Changes in weighing legislation and implications for forklift fleet operators
Your Focus - 15 Dec 2016 (#800) Changes to weighing legislation, such as the recent Chain of Responsibility (CoR) laws in Australia and the global SOLAS (Safety Of Lives At Sea) regulations, have had repercussions for forklift fleet operators, according to Bill Ambrose.
Confirm your operator’s credentials
Stuart Taylor
3 minute read
Confirm your operator’s credentials
Safety First - 10 Nov 2016 (#795) A recent case has highlighted the vital need for employers to thoroughly check and assess new employees' forklift training and skills before they get behind the wheel of a truck, according to Stuart Taylor .
Clamping down on dishonest forklift
Peter Harvey
3 minute read
Clamping down on dishonest forklift
Your Focus - 3 Nov 2016 (#794) Dodgy dealers seem to be an inherent risk of buying anything second hand. However, when it comes to materials handling equipment, such dishonesty can be dangerous - even life-threatening. Peter Harvey explains how a new industry-wide initiative, Fork Truck Watchdog, will tackle the issue.
Maximising warehouse productivity
Kevin Hill
4 minute read
Maximising warehouse productivity
Your Focus - 20 Oct 2016 (#792) Kevin Hill shares vital tips to reduce downtime and increase productivity within the warehouse.
Manufacturing - A Rewarding Career Choice in the Digital Age
Jay Gusler
3 minute read
Manufacturing - A Rewarding Career Choice in the Digital Age
Your Focus - 13 Oct 2016 (#791) In recognition of National Manufacturing Day, Jay Gusler offers some insights into the world of manufacturing, why it's a viable career option and what it takes to build our forklifts.
National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day reflections
John Cococcia
4 minute read
National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day reflections
Your Focus - 6 Oct 2016 (#790) October 8 has been designated as National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day, and John Cococcia looks at developments in the technology.
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