Your warehousing operations involve many safety risks. Frequent fork truck traffic is the norm, and your space optimization strategy may include mezzanines that pose a fall hazard. Understanding and addressing your unique environmental risks is crucial to your business's success.

4 Reasons You Need Warehouse Safety Equipment

Here are the top four reasons storage and distribution companies should focus on safety.

1. Regulatory Compliance

In the U.S., the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires all employers to implement measures to reduce workplace safety risks. Similar legislation exists in Canada and Mexico. Noncompliance with the law can lead to costly penalties and fines that impact your company's bottom line. 

2. Workforce Health

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, over five in every 100 warehouse employees experienced a nonfatal injury in 2021. Almost half of these reportable cases involved missed work. Prioritizing workplace safety can help decrease the injury potential and prevent absenteeism that negatively affects production.

3. Equipment Protection

Your storage media, forklifts and other equipment are substantial business assets. Collisions can easily damage shelving and machinery, causing downtime. Investing in safety solutions helps limit the impact potential to protect your equipment and promote continued operations.

4. Reduced Liability

Employees who experience injuries on the job generally file workers' compensation claims. An injured worker may also pursue legal action if an accident was foreseeable. Implementing the right safety equipment can help reduce your potential legal liability.

Our Warehouse Safety Solutions

Siggins carries a complete line of safety solutions for warehousing and distribution facilities of all sizes. Our selections include:

  • Safety bollards
  • Industrial stairs
  • Warehouse ladders and cages
  • Barrier rails
  • Rack guards
  • Pivot gates
  • Safety rails
  • Aisle guards
  • Industrial gates
  • Safety handrails

Our Safety Audit Process

When you work with Siggins, you benefit from a comprehensive safety audit with our experts. We'll personally walk through your facility and observe its entire risk landscape, from processes to physical hazards. Based on the in-depth information we gather, our occupational health professionals will design a personalized strategy to help improve your workplace safety and protect your investments.

We represent today's most respected brands but remain manufacturer-agnostic. Our objectivity allows us to recommend the best safety equipment to meet your needs, regardless of who makes it.

Why Partner With Siggins for Safety Products?

We're the ideal partner for warehouse safety solutions because of our:

  • Industry longevity: We have decades of experience dating back to 1946.
  • Success stories: Siggins has a track record of getting results for our customers
  • Customer service: Our teams provide superior customer service and ongoing support for your success.
  • Vertical expertise: We understand the challenges existing across many industries and know how to resolve them.
  • Service area: Our teams proudly serve customers throughout North America with three centralized locations.
  • Safety education: The warehouse safety team at Siggins is led by a professional with a master's degree in safety engineering. 

Trust Siggins for Warehouse Safety Equipment and More

We're a market-leading company providing integrated solutions to improve your facility's efficiency and safety. Our teams offer custom-designed strategies to meet or exceed your warehouse's needs.

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