About This Course
The 10-hour General Industry: Warehouse Safety program equips workers with comprehensive safety training pertinent to warehouse hazards. It enables employers to fulfill OSHA requirements for their staff, offering 6 hours of general industry training mandated by OSHA, and an additional 4 hours of warehouse-specific training on personal protective equipment, materials handling safety, and hazardous energy control (lockout/tagout) training.
Learning Objectives
Hazard Communication: Basic
Emergency Action and Fire Prevention Plans
Personal Protective Equipment: Basic
Walking-Working Surfaces and Fall Protection
Electrical Safety for Employees: Basic
Introduction to OSHA
Materials Handling Safety
Controlling Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
Target Audience
- Any Employee
Curriculum
10h
Introduction to Warehouse Safety
Understand the importance of safety in warehouse operations and its impact on employee well-being and productivity.
Hazard Identification and Assessment
Develop the ability to identify and assess common hazards in warehouse environments, including those related to materials handling, equipment use, and storage.
Material Handling Safety
Learn safe techniques for lifting, carrying, and handling materials to prevent musculoskeletal injuries.
Forklift and Equipment Safety
Understand proper procedures for the safe operation of forklifts and other warehouse equipment, including maintenance and inspection practices.
Racking and Storage Safety
Gain knowledge of safe racking and storage practices to prevent collapses and accidents related to improperly stored materials.
Fall Protection
Understand the risks associated with working at heights in a warehouse and learn about fall protection measures and equipment.
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