At VersaCold, safety is our top priority. In our place of work, on the road and in our homes, “safety first” is embedded into our performance-driven culture and reflected in everything we do. As part of our commitment to safety, we will be sharing some of our safety tips with you to pass on tried and tested ways to help make your workplace and home life safer.

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It shouldn’t be surprising to anyone that slips and falls are a leading cause of injuries in all industries, including ours. A slip or fall can happen unexpectedly due to the slightest loss of traction or an uneven surface going unnoticed. The potential for accidents to occur is only made worse during the winter.

However, given that our core business is working with temperature-sensitive products, warehouses and docks can experience slippery conditions all year round. These conditions require our employees to be extra vigilant and lead us to adapt our own set of safety procedures to guard against workplace accidents.

Quick Tips 

Tip #1:

Practice good housekeeping. Ensure that all hallways, floors, and offices are free of debris and clutter.

Tip #2:

Clear debris from floors and keep paths clear of garbage, cords, and clutter that might go unnoticed in a busy workplace.

To help combat this potential hazard in your place of work, we suggest following these tried and tested best practices to help keep safe.

At VersaCold, safety is our top priority. In our workplace, on the road and in our homes, "safety first" is embedded into our performance-driven culture and reflected in everything we do. We are committed to maintaining a hazard-and injury-free workplace to keep both our employees and visitors safe. As part of our commitment to safety, we will be sharing some of our safety tips with you to help pass on tried and tested ways to make your workplace and home life more safe.

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You have probably heard all the tips when it comes to moving heavy objects.

Lift with your legs, not with your back. Bend your knees. Keep your head up. Don’t twist.

Despite these tips being virtually common knowledge, lifting or handling heavy objects is still the leading cause of back injuries in the workplace. In fact, a typical worker that handles heavy objects as part of their job misses an average of seven days of work due to back injury every year. Seven days is a lot of time to miss for an injury that is painful and easily avoidable with the right technique. To help you combat this potential hazard, we recommend taking three steps while making your next lift. 

Quick Tips

Tip #1:

Think before you lift. Always take a moment to assess the object and where it is going before committing to lifting the object. 

Tip #2:

When lowering an object, you should maintain the same form as the initial lift by bending your knees, squatting down and keeping your back completely straight.

At VersaCold, safety is our top priority. In our workplace, on the road and in our homes, "safety first" is embedded into our performance-driven culture and reflected in everything we do. We are committed to maintaining a hazard- and injury-free workplace to keep both our employees and visitors safe. As part of our commitment to safety, we will be sharing some of our safety tips with you to help pass on tried and tested ways to make your workplace and home life more safe.

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A truck yard consists of many moving parts. If not managed correctly, it can become a dangerous work environment very quickly. Potential safety hazards can pop up anywhere in zones where trucks are unloading or backing up and people are operating within the same space. While the truck driver’s focus is on the safe operation of the vehicle, the safety of everyone in the yard must be in consideration at all times by people operating within the space.

While the onus ultimately falls on the individual to be hyper-vigilant and aware of their surroundings at all times, each yard should have a plan in place that is in line with industry best practices. Here are a few essential best practices to take note of when operating within a truck yard. 

Quick Tips

Tip #1:

Under no circumstances should anyone go over the posted speed limit in a truck yard and speed limits should be consistently enforced onsite.

Tip #2:

While every site is different and comes with its own challenges, keeping pedestrians and workers separated as much as possible will make accidents less likely.