Cantilever Racking Inspections: Why are they necessary?
It is usually an Environmental Health Officer (EHO) from the local council, or a Health and Safety Executive Inspector that demands that a company obtains a racking inspection of its cantilever racking by a ‘technically competent person’. Cantilever Racking is a storage system usually utilised to store long and irregular or even awkward shaped products […]
Check Pallet Racking for signs of corrosion?
Pallet Racking Corrosion No matter how thick the steel is in your Pallet Racking – it will still corrode if it is unprotected. Pallet Racks utilised in external yard environments or harsh conditions such as chill stores should be galvanised, paint will only protect against corrosion in the short term. Health and Safety at Work […]
Do You Know YOUR Racking Inspection Responsibilities?
Official Racking Guide Lines & Inspectors SEMA (Storage Equipment Manufacturers Association) Regularly publish technical information in the form of Codes of Practice and Guidelines for the manufacturing, installation and inspection of racking. Stakapal’s complete range is produced in accordance with the SEMA Quality Assessment Scheme which ensures independent checking of all design procedures and methods. […]
When did you last check your Racking Load Labels?
Understanding Racking Load Labels In warehouse environments, racking load labels play a crucial role in maintaining safety standards and ensuring compliance with regulations. These labels provide essential information regarding the safe loading capacity of racking systems, helping to prevent accidents and protect both personnel and inventory. The information is vital and safe loading practices should […]
