In warehouses and distribution facilities concrete floor flatness is important. The industry term is FF (floor flatness) and FL (floor levelness). The ASTM standard for FF and FL is ASTM E1155. The flatness of a floor often determines the speed and efficiency of moving materials to and from loading and unloading areas safely and economically.…
Warehouses or other facilities that experience a phenomenon causing wet floors it can be a cause for concern. In some instances, the building occupant is not affected by this at all, but other times it can hinder the core business and needs to be addressed. For example, this case study was performed at a warehouse…
The structural anatomy of oil and slip resistant shoes is important (or work boots, steel toe and others as well). Since footwear is the second leading cause of slips and falls, it is important to understand what the significant features are when developing a safety footwear program for your work place, industrial facility, factory, or…