Episode 13: Risk Assessments and Food Safety
This week’s interview discusses risk assessments and food safety with John Costello, President of Cherry’s Industrial Equipment. John explains how their industry has changed in
Blog & Case Studies
The Challenge A high-density tool storage company faced a common storage challenge: difficulty accessing bottom drawers in high-density drawer storage systems, and they needed to keep the floor area free and clear of debris. This issue led to ergonomic problems, reduced productivity, and potential safety…
The Challenge A global beverage company needed to ensure the safety of their workers across a variety of unique production lines without interrupting their operations. Their main concern was preventing falls into conveyor systems, but safeguarding these lines proved complex due to several factors: Unique…
The Challenge A cannabis store was grappling with repeated break-ins at night and daytime window vandalism. These incidents resulted in substantial repair costs, product loss, and increased insurance premiums. The store sought a security solution that would deter criminals around the clock while maintaining natural…
In the world of factories and warehouses, maintaining the functionality and integrity of equipment is paramount for safety and efficiency. Towering racks that support heavy loads play a pivotal role in seamless operational processes and, despite their robust construction, are not immune to wear and…
Warehouse safety is paramount for businesses that handle large quantities of inventory on pallet racks. Pallet rack backing is a safety solution that is available as nylon netting or rope or metal mesh. Using mesh pallet rack backing or netting is a crucial safety measure…
Machine guarding is necessary for any business that utilizes machinery with moving parts, such as manufacturing facilities, industrial plants, warehouses, construction sites, and any other facility where heavy machinery is used. This includes industries such as automotive, food and beverage, woodworking, plastics, metalworking, and many…
Machine guarding is an essential safety measure that helps protect workers from potential hazards associated with machinery and equipment. In industrial settings, choosing the right material for machine guarding can withstand heavy loads and impact, allows visibility, and is cost-effective. Wire mesh is popular for…
SpaceGuard Products knows the importance of machine guarding to businesses large and small. In this blog, we will explore the importance of machine guarding and its role in protecting workers from the dangerous moving parts of machinery. We will delve into machine guard types, including…
The Situation As the building approached its 100-year anniversary, the Purdue Memorial Union underwent a renovation with the goal of modernizing the space while preserving its history. In addition to new dining venues, performance stages, and collaboration areas, Purdue needed a secure storage solution to…
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Episode 12: Creating a Safer Work Environment
This week, Josh Smith, President at Wholesale Pallet Rack Products (WPRP), joins me to discuss how he has successfully created a safer work environment for
Episode 11: Ergonomics Best Practices
Jim Galante, Director of Business Development at Southworth Products Corp, joined us this week to discuss ergonomics best practices and what we’re not always considering.
Episode 10: Rack Safety Design Considerations
This week I was joined by Arlin Keck, Corporate R&D Engineer of Steel King Industries. Arlin has been around the material handling industry for over
Episode 9: Mezzanine Safety Solutions
This week Aaron Conway, of Mezzanine Safeti-Gates, joined me to discuss solutions for keeping employees safe while working on elevated platforms. We discuss how mezzanine
Episode 8: Photoluminescence Safety within the Warehouse
In this week’s episode, Zach Green, Founder and CEO of LumAware Inc., joined me to discuss safety solutions for warehouses utilizing photoluminescence technology. Zach begins
Episode 7: Safely Bringing Employees Back to Work
This week’s guest on the Safety Task Force podcast was Jeff Smagacz, Ergonomics Practice Leader from Marsh. Jeff joined me to talk about the shift
Episode 6: Ergonomic Flooring Solutions within the Warehouse
This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Greg Doppler, President of Cornerstone Specialty Wood Products, LLC, out of Cincinnati, Ohio. Greg joined me
Episode 5: Safety Compliance from a Regulatory Standpoint
To kick off National Safety Month, I was joined by Health and Safety Consultant, Paul Serafini, of Sotera Consulting. Paul explains why safety compliance is
Episode 4: Elevated Platform Safety & Regulations
We’re back for another episode of Safety Task Force, and this week, I am joined by John Sloan, from Legacy Platform, LLC. John discusses different
