28 December 2016
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If your company's warehouse is having its first pneumatic conveyor system installed to improve the shipping process of your stock, then it is important that you instruct your employees how to work safely around it. While the conveyor system will save your employees a lot of time and physical effort, it does pose some additional risks of injuries to those working in your warehouse. To this end, here are some important tips for your employees to follow while working near this important piece of machinery:

Tip: Always be Aware of the Nearest Emergency Stop Button

While working in the presence of a pneumatic conveyor system it is very important to always be aware of the location of the nearest emergency stop button or lever. When your system is first installed into your warehouse, walk along the machine with your staff and show them where each emergency stop is located and how to properly operate it. Stopping the conveyor is vital in the case of an emergency where someone is trapped in a moving part or when a box accidentally jams the system.

Tip: Keep Hair, Jewelry, and Clothing from Being Trapped in the Conveyor's Moving Parts

Now that there is a working pneumatic conveyor system in your warehouse, your employees need to know that it is important to keep their long hair contained in such a way that it will not become trapped in the moving parts of the conveyor. They should also avoid wearing any jewelry or loose-fitting clothing while working around the conveyor. Both dangling jewelry and excess fabric can become trapped in the moving parts of the conveyor system and can lead to very serious injuries if someone becomes trapped within the moving parts of the pneumatic conveyor system.

Tip: Never Exceed the Load Capacity of the Pneumatic Conveyor System

Finally, before your staff members operate the new pneumatic conveyor system in your warehouse, first, ensure that they know what the load capacity rating is for the machine and the importance of never overloading it. If they load too much stock onto the conveyor belt, it will cause serious damage to the belt and the system's motor. Additionally, overloaded conveyor belts will move slowly, pile up boxes, and can lead to problems with boxes being dropped off of the belt prematurely. Prematurely dropped boxes are a hazard for your staff and will lead to damage of your products as well.

For more information, contact companies like HAF Equipment Inc.