Category: Safety

We continue to closely monitor the developments surrounding Coronavirus (COVID-19) as we are committed to doing whatever is needed to safeguard the health and safety of our customers, partners and team members. As information first began to emerge, we immediately implemented enhanced measures to protect our trusted partners while doing so in a way that would not adversely impact our ability to serve you.

For the last seven years, LiftOne has been honored to celebrate National Forklift Safety Day with the Industrial Truck Association, forklift manufacturers, forklift dealers, and the many businesses that operate material handling equipment day in and day out. Safety is our number one priority.  

No matter what industry you work in, having the right personal protective equipment (PPE) for the job and a plan in place to ensure it is used properly are critical components to keeping your employees safe. Read on to learn about how to assess your company’s PPE needs and tips for implementing a safety plan.

Take a look at the top forklift safety products and accessories on the market today and consider adding them to your fleet to improve your facility’s safety.

Staying on top of replacing your forklift tires when you need to will not only make your work environment safer for your staff, but will also prevent costly damage to equipment and products. Read our guide to learn about when you should replace your forklift tires here.

Updates to ANSI standards and requirements for Mobile Elevating Work Platforms, or MEWPs, originally scheduled to go in effect December 2019, has been pushed back until March 1, 2020.. Is your operation compliant?

While many of the safety concerns presented in a warehouse environment involve the use of forklifts or other heavy machinery, there are also a number of safety issues associated with the way in which materials are stored. Whether stacked incorrectly, in a less than ideal location, or without regard to OSHA guidelines, there are a number of factors that can compromise the safety of your warehouse environment.

Material Handling is so much more than buying a forklift. It’s the lifeblood of any facility or operation that relies on the ability to move and transport just about anything. Think about this: “Almost everything in your life, both at work and at home, at some point was moved by a lift truck”. It’s connecting the world with the things they need in every aspect of their lives. So when your business is considering a material handling supplier, there are a variety of factors that should be considered…and it shouldn’t just be about the bottom dollar.