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Is it normal for pallet beams to bend when loaded?

Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

Jan 15, 20212 min read

Is it normal for pallet beams to bend when loaded?

Yes, it’s perfectly normal for a beam to bend under normal loading conditions especially when under full load but excessive deflection...

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Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

Jan 14, 20211 min read

Does shelving need to be bolted to the floor?

Where materials handling equipment is present or there are other forces that may overturn the structure suitable fixings are required...

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What type of pallet can I use in my racking? Perimeter based pallets v non perimeter based pallets.

Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

Jan 14, 20212 min read

What type of pallet can I use in my racking? Perimeter based pallets v non perimeter based pallets.

There are literally hundreds of shapes, and sizes, and qualities of pallets available. These characteristics are dictated by such factors...

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What is the correct size of pallet to use in pallet racking?

Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

Jan 14, 20211 min read

What is the correct size of pallet to use in pallet racking?

Standard perimeter based pallet should normally overhang the front and rear beams by 50mm which ensures that the blocks of a pallet are...

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9 vital things to check for in a Racking Inspection.

Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

Jan 14, 20214 min read

9 vital things to check for in a Racking Inspection.

1. Load signage. It’s vital that adequate signage is present and in the correct format so check that signage is present and correct. ...

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Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

Jan 14, 20212 min read

What is a PRRS?

A PRRS is a ‘Person Responsible for Racking Safety’. It is a position designated by SEMA & the HSE in HSG 76 (HSG 76 The HSE manual on...

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Why are the SEMA codes so important for damage assessment of storage racks?

Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

Sep 21, 20202 min read

Why are the SEMA codes so important for damage assessment of storage racks?

It is vital that users understand the safe operation, inspection, and maintenance of their storage equipment. The SEMA code of practice...

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Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

Jul 1, 20202 min read

7 reasons why racking inspections are absolutely essential

Are pallet racking inspections a requirement is a frequent theme for warehouse safety so here we look at the reasons why you must conduct...

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Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

Jul 1, 20202 min read

Is it really necessary to have regular Pallet Racking Inspections?

"Do I really need to have a racking inspection" is one of our most frequently asked questions and quite simply the answer is "Yes"...

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What are the guidelines for correct positioning of pallets?

Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

May 6, 20203 min read

What are the guidelines for correct positioning of pallets?

Correct pallet positioning is vital to ensure that pallets sit safely in your racks, but unfortunately it is seldom taught to truck...

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Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

May 6, 20203 min read

How to spring clean your stock

So, you have time on your hands. Well now is a great opportunity to spring clean your stock whilst activity levels are low. When I...

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Racking load notices are vital to ensure safe loading of storage racks.

Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

May 6, 20202 min read

Racking load notices are vital to ensure safe loading of storage racks.

Load notices are vital since they tell you what weights the racks can hold along with other important information about beam positioning...

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How to assess damage to a storage rack structure

Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

May 6, 20202 min read

How to assess damage to a storage rack structure

The internal inspection covers all parts of the racking structure and any accessories so in the inspection we are looking for anything...

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Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

May 6, 20202 min read

SEMA risk categories – the RAG codes.

To enable you to priorities remedial actions SEMA use the traffic light system for assessing or grading damage i.e. Red, Amber, & Green...

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Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

May 6, 20201 min read

Why beam locks must be fitted to storage racks

Beam locking pins must be fitted to all front and rear beam connectors. They are designed to prevent accidental dislodgement of a beam by...

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Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

May 6, 20202 min read

Floor fixings are essential to ensure the stability & safety of storage racks

Pallet racking should be installed on a solid stable base that provides adequate support and anchorage for the floor plate and fixings....

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Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

May 6, 20202 min read

Rack protection is essential to prevent damage to exposed parts of your racking

Inspection The inspection should include all forms of rack protection and identify any damage to the protector and fixings and signal the...

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How to conduct internal rack inspections

Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

May 6, 20205 min read

How to conduct internal rack inspections

In this blog we will cover Level & frequency of inspections Methodology of internal inspections Basics of how to set up a recording...

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Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

May 6, 20203 min read

Pallet & load quality

Pallet and load quality are critical to safety in your warehouse. A damaged pallet is a dangerous pallet. Even an empty pallet can weigh...

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Keith D Goodfellow (SARI)

Apr 30, 20203 min read

It's time to spring clean your racking!

The Covid outbreak has affected us all but we may still be able to extract some small benefit from what is an otherwise desperate...

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