Issue 001 – The Irony of Forklifts
Forklifts and industrial lifting trucks are central to logistics operations, and are high risk; particularly for those working alongside them. They are used to lift,
7 Ways to Improve Pallet Racking Safety in Your Warehouse
In warehouses, pallet rack damage is a major workplace health and safety issue. In a busy warehouse environment, the risk of forklift collisions or accidents
3 Safety Strategies to Win The War On Workplace Injuries
Between 2003 and 2016, 3,414 workers died in Australian workplaces. As of November 26, 115 people have died at work in 2018 alone. This is
Cost of forklift accident Vs cost of prevention
Forklift near misses happen everyday and most go unrecorded. Accidents can happen just far too quickly. Possible scenarios Forklift hits main conveyor line halting dispatch
CASE STUDY: AUSTRALIA POST- MELBOURNE GATEWAY FACILITY
Verge Safety Barriers helps businesses solve their workplace safety issues by upgrading traffic management plans and installing appropriate products to create a safe working environment.
Safety Barriers in Car Park Areas
Back in 2014, the Royal Automobile Association (RAA) reported a significant increase in the number of car park accidents in Australia. Around 53 percent of
CASE STUDY: KERRY INGREDIENTS
Verge Safety Barriers helps businesses solve their workplace safety issues by upgrading traffic management plans and installing appropriate products to create a safe working environment.
Staying Safe at Night with Safety Barriers
Most people would associate safety barriers with roads and pedestrians. This product is one of the most important roading inventions of all time because it
Negligence in the Workplace: Consequences, Rights, and Obligations
A workplace accident can be a nightmare for everyone involved. Whether you are an employer, employee, safety officer, or supervisor any untoward incident in the
Where to Use Expandable Barriers
If you go to concerts or big sporting matches, then you’ve most probably seen a barrier for crowd control. Note, however, that this heavy cold-looking
CASE STUDY: USG BORAL
Verge Safety Barriers helps businesses solve their workplace safety issues by upgrading traffic management plans and installing appropriate products to create a safe working environment.
How Barriers Can Reduce the Accident Rate in Your Warehouse
Accidents happen. It’s just a part of life. But when it comes to business, there are steps and measures to avoid costly accidents. Warehouse accidents can
7 Tips for Choosing the Right Safety Barriers for Your Needs
The transport, postal, and warehousing industries suffered the most workplace injuries in the past decade. It’s estimated that 26% of all the workplace-related fatalities come from these
Safety in Your Workplace: How to Focus on Prevention
Rather than wait until an injury in your workplace, focus on prevention and harm minimisation. The promotion of safety and wellbeing of employees is crucial
How to Avoid Car Park Collisions
Whether it’s for a few minutes or a few hours, when you park in a shopping centre car park, you want to know that your
Guide: The Dangers of the Transport & Storage Industry
If you already work in the storage industry or are considering a position in the field, you may be curious about the dangers
Guide: How Barriers Can Reduce Workplace Injuries
Studies reveal that there are around 2.9 million workplace injuries a year. This number may seem shocking to some of you, but to others, it is
Top 7 Job Site Hazards
In 2013, work-related injuries cost the Australian economy over $61 billion. Job site hazards slow down production, threaten worker safety, and hurt a company’s
The Ultimate Checklist for Traffic Control Employees
Any job site, no matter the industry, poses several risks to those working onsite. This is where safety measures and control are vital, with each working
Battery-Powered vs. Hard-Wired Safety Barriers
There are two types of barriers in terms of what powers them: battery-powered and hard-wired. The first kind of barrier runs on batteries, which
Common Workplace Injuries in Warehouses
Workers running around carrying, pushing, and pulling different equipment is a common sight in warehouses. Without a doubt, working in highly technical environments can