Warehouse Safety
Protect People. Comply with OSHA. Keep Operations Moving.
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Why Warehouse Safety Matters
Safety isn’t a poster on the wall—it’s a system. Our consultants help you identify risk, align with OSHA/ANSI standards, and implement practical controls that reduce incidents, downtime, and insurance costs.
Use cases: new facility, expansion/retrofit, incident response, EHS audits, insurance renewal, and pre-automation readiness.
What We Do (At a Glance)
Risk & Compliance Audits
Aisle clearance, egress, racking inspections, load signage, PPE, lockout/tagout readiness.
Ergonomics & Picking Safety
Lift heights, reach zones, G2P options (VLMs/VCs), anti-fatigue, and guardrails.
Training & SOPs
Daily checklists, forklift interface rules, refueling/charging procedures, spill response.
Material Storage Safety
Segregation, containment, and access for drums, reels, pallets, totes, and chemicals.
Equipment Guarding
Rack protection, column guards, end-of-aisle barriers, machine guarding.
Incident → Action Plans
Root-cause analysis tied to corrective actions and measurable follow-up.
Compliance Anchors
Safety Features we Implement
Containment & Segregation
Spill decks, drum cradles, flammable cabinets, battery rooms, eyewash/ showers.
Racking Safety
Load plaques, row spacers, seismic/anchoring, pallet stops, flue spaces, inspections.
Traffic Management
Aisle widths, one-way routes, pedestrian lanes, mirrors, signage, charging areas.
Safe Access
Guard rails, kick plates, mezzanine gates, anti-slip, ladder compliance, fall-protection anchors.
Pick-Area Safety
Light-directed picking, pick-to-cart ergonomics, VLM/VC access windows, workbench heights.
Electrical & Wire Handling
Reel carousels with measured payout, proper bend radii, strain relief, grounded stations.
Our Safety Consulting Process
| Step | Focus | Deliverables |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Baseline Audit | OSHA/ANSI gap assessment; incident history | Findings report with severity/likelihood scoring |
| 2. Risk Controls Plan | Engineering & admin controls; PPE matrix | Prioritized action list + budgetary costs |
| 3. Storage & Equipment Safeguards | Racking, drum, wire, MHE guarding | Layout markups, signage schedule, spec sheets |
| 4. SOPs & Training | Daily/weekly checklists; LOTO interfaces | SOP packet, toolbox talks, training roster |
| 5. Verify & Improve | Post-install audit; KPIs & audits cadence | Compliance log, KPI dashboard template |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What standards do you align to?
OSHA, plus relevant ANSI/IBC/NFPA and OEM guidelines where applicable.
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Can you work with our EHS team/insurer?
Yes—joint walkthroughs and shared action logs are standard.
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Do you provide training?
Yes—toolbox talks, SOPs, startup checklists, and refresher modules.
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Is this tied to buying equipment?
No. Consulting is standalone, but we can source compliant guarding and storage when ready.
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Ready to Get Started?
Optimize your layout, increase storage capacity, and eliminate wasted space with expert consulting from VSUSA.
