The warehousing industry plays a vital role in global supply chains but also comes with inherent risks. Did you know that in the UK, warehouse workers are twice as likely to be injured at work compared to the average worker? This Warehouse Safety course aims to equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the warehouse environment safely.

In this Warehouse Safety course, you’ll comprehensively understand different warehouse types and operations, from raw material storage to fulfilment centres. You will also become familiar with the three critical functions of warehouses: movement, storage, and information transfer, highlighting their importance in the supply chain. However, the heart of the Warehouse Safety course lies in warehouse safety. Here, you will explore the various hazards faced by warehouse workers, including:

• Unsafe forklifts and docks: Leading cause of severe injuries and fatalities.
• Improper stacking or storage can lead to falling objects and crushing injuries.
• Conveyor hazards: Entanglement, shearing, and pinching risks.
• Fires, slips & falls, and repetitive stress injuries: Common incidents with potential for long-term health problems.

By understanding the causes of warehouse injuries, you’ll be better equipped to prevent them. The course will equip you with essential health and safety management practices, including workforce management, occupational health, environment & welfare, and risk assessment. This Warehouse Safety course also covers legal responsibilities in ensuring warehouse safety, along with specific sections dedicated to general warehouse hazards, manual and mechanical handling, site safety, and risk assessment.

Without further delay, enrol in the course to gain expertise in warehouse safety.