articleHGV driver lucky to live after forklift dropped pallet
A logistics company has been fined for safety failings after a driver was injured when he was hit by a pallet that fell from a fork lift truck.
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productDangerous goods operation
Yusen Logistics has launched a new operation for the storage and distribution of dangerous goods at its Duisburg facility in Germany.
productIndustrial Ethernet added
Fortress Interlocks has added industrial Ethernet communications to its amGardpro range of safety interlocks. The new proNET communications module, which uses the PROFINET protocol and its extension PROFIsafe, integrates easily into the amGardpro range.
productInterlocks get networked
Industrial safety specialist Fortress Interlocks is integrating AS-interface (AS-i) and PROFIsafe (PROFIbus Safety or PROFInet Safety) connectivity into its tGard and amGardpro interlocks. The company is also developing non-contact switches and output signal switching devices which can be incorporated into its tGard and amGardpro units.
articleWood pallet firm takes on 13 trucks
As part of HLC’s expansion, the wood pallet manufacturer has increased its fork lift fleet to 34 to handle the 200,000 wooden pallets that they make every week.
productHow much does safety mean to you?
Get up-to-speed on how you can reduce waste, improve productivity & improve employee knowledge.
productNew proactive software boosts delivery flexibility
TranSend has launched the latest version of its intelligent delivery management software. Version 3 of the TranSend ePOD app has a raft of new features that enable users to more pro-actively manage their delivery operation and provide a more responsive customer service.
productCommon sense is not enough
Concerned by the lack of training provision for those in leadership roles, the Association of Industrial Truck Trainers (AITT) has developed the UK’s first comprehensive accreditation standard for the training for lift truck managers and supervisors.
articleForklift that struck worker driven by untrained operative
An Essex haulage firm has been fined after an employee was struck by a forklift truck driven by an untrained operative.
articleVote now for your forklift favourites!
Voting has opened to decide the best products in the renowned Fork Lift Truck Association Awards for Excellence 2016.
articlePD Ports fined £400k after fatal fall
A north east port has been fined £400,000 following the death of an agency worker who fell eight metres onto the steel deck of ship’s hold at Hartlepool Dock.
productSafer loading on mezzanine floors
When protecting a workforce in hazardous and high level environments, Ajax Safe Access has the optimum handling and protection solution.
productView our super annual Guide – solve your handling and storage problems
You can see the digital edition for our annual HSD Guide online NOW. A great overview of industry bodies and exhaustive supplier listings.
productKeep hands dry & comfortable
A new protective glove, the Showa 381from Globus offers increased comfort as well as protection for workers carrying out a variety of tasks. The glove provides a high level of abrasion resistance (EN388 Level 4) and allows the necessary dexterity for intricate tasks to be completed with ease.
newsWorker killed by HGV travelling at just 5km/h
A commercial vehicle company was ordered to pay £212,500 in fines and costs after one of its workers was killed when a lorry travelling at less than 5km/h crushed him.
articleSafer Logistics to showcase talented line-up from partners
Western Business Exhibitions is delighted to announce a strong line-up for 2016’s Safer Logistics Seminar and Feature area at The Health & Safety Event.
productKey to safety & profitability
At the recent National Fork Truck Safety Conference, emphasis was placed on strong leadership and a holistic approach towards taking ownership of site safety, with the HSE pinpointing the importance of the manager’s role.
productDon’t neglect fork extensions
With fork extensions often stored safely out of the way, the body behind the Thorough Examination of lift trucks, CFTS, is urging users not to overlook these vital bits at inspection time – placing lives and businesses at risk.
articleChemical firm deploys explosion proof forklifts
Chemical logistics business ADPO has acquired a new generation of explosion proof forklift trucks for its Antwerp operations. The Toyota forklift trucks were converted by Pyroban for “safety without compromise” in Zone 2 hazardous areas.
productWalk the floor
Lift truck training specialist, Mentor, believes that active operational observation is the key to creating sites that are safer, more productive and, ultimately, more profitable.
