General Safety
These must always be clear of obstructions to allow quick evacuation in case of emergency.
What are emergency exits?
This required event must happen regularly to ensure everyone knows how to evacuate safely.
What is a emergency drill (fire, tornado, ammonia)?
You must always wear this when using a cherry picker.
What is a safety harness?
Freezer products should be stored at less than this temperature to remain safe for consumption and avoid spoilage.
What is less than 20 degrees Fahrenheit?
This type of personal protective equipment must be worn to protect your feet from falling objects.
What are steel-toes?
This color-coded tag or label often signals that equipment is out of service or under repair.
What is a lockout tag?
You should proceed to this location immediately when a fire alarm sounds.
What is the nearest emergency exit?
This rule ensures stacking stays below a certain threshold to avoid tipping hazards.
What is the 40 Cube Rule?
Refrigerated products should be stored at this temperature range to maintain safety and quality.
What is between 28 and 40 degrees Fahrenheit?
These should be worn to protect your eyes from dust, debris, or chemicals.
What are safety goggles?
This log is used to record all injuries, no matter how minor, in the warehouse.
What is the incident report (or AIC)?
In the event of a power failure, all material handling equipment will stop, and employees must report to this location until power is restored.
What is the breakroom?
You must do this at the end of every aisle, doorway, and when exiting a trailer.
What is stop and honk?
These cannot be stacked or slotted above food products due to the risk of contamination.
What are chemicals?
When working at height, this gear may be required to prevent injury from falls.
What is a safety harness?
Entering a trailer during this light signal is strictly prohibited for safety.
What is a red light?
This plan outlines exactly what to do in various emergencies and should be reviewed regularly by all employees.
What is the Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?
This safety rule requires that workers only operate or pick within a limited section of racking to prevent collisions and congestion.
What is the 3-Bay Rule?
This is the only item allowed in the warehouse, and it must be in a clear, sealed plastic container.
What is water?
This high-visibility item helps operators and pedestrians spot you easily on the warehouse floor.
What is a safety vest?
One of these 2 things must be present on any person inside the building.
What is a visitor or employee badge?
These 5 emergency situation are covered in the EAP.
What is Ammonia Release Fire, Earthquake , Severe Weather, Power Failure?
Only this type of machine allows a pallet to be removed from the rack.
What is a narrow aisle?
This needs to happen for every temp controlled item that comes in to the warehouse.
What is a probe?
When PPE is worn improperly or not at all, this increases significantly.
What is the risk of injury?