MidColumbia Forklift Blog / Forklift Safety (2)

by Phil Hanford, on October 19, 2020 at 6:45 PM

When a forklift goes down, lockout/tagout procedures protect employees from injury and the company from OSHA fines and litigation. Does your operation follow lockout/tagout best practices? By the time you …

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by Phil Hanford, on June 12, 2020 at 9:00 AM

June is forklift safety month, so we wanted to highlight on some of the most common forklift-related injuries and the best ways to prevent them. Forklift injuries can be sudden …

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by Phil Hanford, on April 3, 2020 at 8:00 AM

An internet search for “forklift operator training Washington state” brings up several companies offering online training. If you’re wondering whether online forklift certifications are legit, the short answer is NO …

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by Phil Hanford, on March 27, 2020 at 11:15 AM

You already know how important forklift certification compliance is for your business. OSHA requires renewal training for your staff every 3 years. Washington State guidelines are in line with this …

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by Midco Forklift, on March 25, 2020 at 6:13 PM

Dear Valued Customer, At Mid Columbia Forklift and Midco Material Handling, the safety and health of our Staff and Customers are our top priority. As we monitor the COVID-19 crisis, …

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by Dave Jensen, on March 20, 2020 at 11:00 AM

Forklift attachments and accessories can help you move more product in less time, but there’s a right way and a wrong way to modify forklifts. OSHA's regulation states: any modifications …

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by Phil Hanford, on February 14, 2020 at 9:00 AM

Becoming a certified forklift operator is a valuable skill. Thousands of companies throughout Washington use forklifts including: breweries, lumberyards, seafood processors, food distribution companies, wineries, and of course warehouses. Not …

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by Phil Hanford, on January 10, 2020 at 8:00 AM

OSHA requires all forklift operators to complete safety training before they drive forklifts. Employers must provide these training programs. For many companies, using a professional training service can make sense …

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by Ryan Oshman, on January 7, 2020 at 6:57 AM

No matter the size of your warehousing operation, maintaining compliance with local and federal fire codes is crucial. By ensuring you meet standards set by OSHA and your local, municipal, …

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Topics:Forklift SafetyWarehouse PlanningPallet Racking

by Trey Barber, on December 23, 2019 at 9:19 AM

Optimizing warehouse operations is key for maximizing your company’s profitability and efficiency. A large component of this includes finding ways to minimize your forklifts’ downtime - if your forklifts aren’t …

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