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Some
startling statistics about forklift injuries and deaths have
been provided by the National Institute for Occupational Safety
and Health (NIOSH), part of the Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention. Considering these statistics, warehouses using
a pallet rack and forklift system
should keep abreast of forklift dangers and remain vigilant
about forklift safety.
Data
compiled by NIOSH indicates that, every year, almost 100 workers
are killed and another 20,000 sustain serious injuries in
U.S. forklift-related incidents. The most fatalities are caused
by forklift overturns, representing about 25 percent of forklift-related
deaths. The second- and third-most common forklift incidents
in the United States are workers being struck by forklifts
and workers falling from forklifts.
One
way to reduce forklift accidents is to receive a professional
consultation on the safest and most efficient pallet
rack system for your warehouse. Ace Overstock can help
you with all of your pallet rack and material handling needs.
Please call us at (888) 332-4922 for assistance.
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