Common Causes of Warehouse Accidents
Slips, Trips, and Falls
Warehouse floors often have spilled liquids, loose items, or uneven surfaces. These hazards can cause employees to slip, trip, or fall, leading to injuries like fractures and sprains.
Forklift Accidents
Operating forklifts in a crowded warehouse is challenging. Collisions with workers or objects, as well as forklift tip-overs, are common causes of serious injuries.
Falling Objects
Items stored on high shelves or racks can fall and injure workers below. Improper stacking or shifting materials can lead to head, neck, and back injuries.
Manual Lifting Injuries
Warehouse workers frequently lift heavy objects, which can lead to strains, sprains, and long-term back injuries if done improperly or without adequate support.
Repetitive Motion Injuries
Repetitive tasks, such as lifting, bending, and reaching, can, over time, cause injuries, including carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis