Forklift safety, OSHA robot standards, more

Forklifts And Lifting Equipment Safety TipsDo your employees know the correct procedures to follow when a forklift hits a pallet? Have you designated pedestrian walkways with floor marking tape? Are speed limits posted? Review these four forklift safety tips to be sure your facility is a safe forklift zone.OSHA Setting Standards for Sites with RobotsSure, robots may be programmed for safe, predictable behavior but that doesn’t mean they’re not a hazard to those around them. Like any large heavy machinery that potentially requires a large clearance, they can be a hazard. That’s of course where OSHA steps in. OSHA and NIOSH are working on guidelines for the safety of those who work around robots. Here’s what to expect.Are your safety signs working?By putting some …