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What Makes a Loading Dock Dangerous?
What Makes a Loading Dock Dangerous?
From early departure and trailer pop-up to landing gear collapse and more, it is important to know your risks at the loading dock.
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Know Your Risks at the Loading Dock
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Loading docks are one of the most important links in any business, and often, one of the most dangerous. With semi-trucks, pallet jackets, robotic equipment and people sharing the same space, they are a whirlwind of time-sensitive activity. One of the best ways to help proactively keep your employees safe is by understanding the risks at the loading dock:
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Trailer Separation Accidents |
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Unclear Interior and Exterior Communication |
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Falls from the Loading Dock |
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Dock Shock |
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Cargo Theft |
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| At Rite-Hite, we make it our business to help customers address the challenges they face at the loading dock. Learn more about loading dock safety and contact us to determine the best solutions for your specific situation. |
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HELP PREVENT trailer separation ACCIDENTS
Dok-Lok® vehicle restraints address trailer separation accidents by properly securing the widest variety of trailer types in any loading dock application.
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Protect the loading dock drop off
Establish an effective physical barrier with a Safe-T-Lip® leveler upgrade and/or a Dok-Guardian® safety barrier.
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COMMUNICATION IS KEY IN ACCIDENT PREVENTION
Standard with all Dok-Lok restraints or as standalone, light communication systems enhance communication between truck drivers and dock workers.
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REDUCE DOCK SHOCK AND WHOLE BODY VIBRATION
Rite-Hite leveler’s Smooth Transition Dok-System® helps reduce injuries and product damage while lowering maintenance costs.
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