uuid:150dd69d-4436-40ea-afaa-91f9a09f3eb7 Now, as you have an outline of your standard operating procedure you can see where potential problems might emerge and where your process needs some fixing. 583 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<3018BC7379287C4992121D64C080BA89><1082BCF31C0EA94D80BBAA3CEF185CC0>]/Index[563 55]/Info 562 0 R/Length 105/Prev 431972/Root 564 0 R/Size 618/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream Engineering Controls hbbd```b``"i ud D= 0u-0 &MY"_E1S^-AVXW 7 {[ 5. Divide 12 by 120 to get 0.1, then multiply that by 100 to get 10. hbbd```b`` @$-"Yt`D2jU6c70;S$ D DISTRIBUTION TERMINAL OPERATING MANUAL TRUCK LOADING PROCEDURES AND RULES CAT A-2 - SOP #25 To ensure this Standard Operating Procedure document meets all applicable OEMS / PSM standards, this document is to be reviewed at a frequency not to exceed 5 years or when conditions change to warrant a review. For example, what if the loading dock doesnt meet OSHA code requirements for height or safety? How many products are we producing per month? <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> During warmer months the blocks may be packaged with an ice pack to prevent melting of the paraffin. Youll know EXACTLY when a process is underperforming, or at risk of missing a deadline. Its not enough to let employees know not to fall off the edge, employers must help prevent it. Exhibitors with trucks that will need bay door access will be assigned a Loading Dock bay door by the Dock Master upon entering the Loading Dock. Minimizing both pedestrian and vehicular traffic will cut down on the number of loading dock incident reports. document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Use this toolbox talk to discuss critical points of loading dock safety with your employees. Protect the Loading Area From Hail and Extreme Heat. They can also force safety issues such as awkward maneuvering. Never try to lift skids and pallets alone. The following loading dock safety guide will guide employers through the necessary safety steps. x[mo a?Rq$/@"}wBr3V]-j_fgg}fv?]-`9{do9}Y,qH$v#[})zM%,J}|n(f\E6[_g|l|WC~+~vo>ejGp9m%c~P?EI*D#l ?pr)_@,~uRxvKXjC;g\wv,UiV t 0 A company's loading dock safety checklist must include safety barriers. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 4zp|K%'A[COAnd^4G-|R/*g\}S^Vazy-~oGw'}99F_@(qC5 T#eK~[9}:zA%r3_]/|0]r'wXeZ,{m8T 3. The following are general loading and unloading procedures for trucks: Trucks may be loaded and unloaded either manually, by forklifts or loader (carton boxes). In addition to this information excerpted from the trainers outline, the session also includes an illustrated handout, quiz, and quiz answers. . Standard operating procedure example #1: Determining silt concentration. endstream If so, we want to hear from you! Injuries from careless behavior around forklifts and other vehicles. Watch out for dripping rain, melting ice, etc. The driver, dock workers, and forklift drivers share the responsibility to ensure that the truck and trailer wheels are properly chocked. They should also be covered in training and reviewed periodically Always ensure that warning signs and mechanisms are in place to prevent people from getting near docks. Divide the rise of the slope by the length of the ramp. A glad hand lock can be used to secure a trucks air lines from connecting to the trailer, which means they won't be pressurized, therefore they will be engaged. Occupational Safety & Health Administration, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Outreach Training Program (10- and 30-hour Cards), OSHA Training Institute Education Centers, Host employers may require site-specific forklift training of visiting workers, Safety Practices Once Tractor Trailer Drivers Arrive at a Destination, Inspection of Suspension-Type Highway Trailers Prior to Loading and Unloading with Powered Industrial Trucks, Longshoring and Marine Terminals: Fatal Facts, Injury and Illness Recordkeeping and Reporting Requirements, Truck Driver Dies After Being Struck By Log That Fell From Logging Truck--North Carolina, Truck Driver Killed when Struck by Log that Rolled off Truck During Loading Operation--Alaska, Truck Driver Dies when a Load of Lumber Falls Over and Crushes Him in California, Motor vehicle accidents are not within OSHA's jurisdiction, 29 CFR 1910.178(m)(b) Powered Industrial Trucks; Truck Operations, Severe Storm and Flood Recovery Assistance. But things are constantly changing, employees come and go, and your business has to keep delivering high-quality products/services regardless of the obstacles. OSHA also has jurisdiction in airport terminals unless the FAA has negotiated an airport manual and safety plan with a carrier which has a provision that preempts OSHA's jurisdiction by Section 4(b)1 for that provision. Invisible and odorless, carbon monoxide can be fatal. Make sure to check the control box for any evidence of condensation. Thats where standard operating procedures (SOPs) come in! Keep up with housekeeping tasks throughout the day to minimize clutter and reduce the chance for slip, trip and fall injuries. 563 0 obj <> endobj <> endobj n4D2q~p[dK+ And its not surprising, considering that, While companies tend to invest a lot into employee onboarding, the offboarding process tends to get overlooked. Slidedont dropdock plates into position. Marine Order Part 32, issue 3, Cargo Handling Equipment, November 2011. In all locations, OSHA has jurisdiction over forklift operators and terminal employees who perform loading and unloading operations. Place containers, packaging, tools, and other materials safely out of walking and driving areas. 2019-08-28T09:17:15-04:00 <> Loading/Unloading in the Yard Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Shipping an Outbound Package e. Once verified the blocks can be placed into an appropriate container. 4 Get assistance to move the dock board/plate into place where automated dock plates are not in use. Each pictogram consists of a symbol on a white background framed within a red border and represents a distinct hazard(s). Some tips are simple, such as installing loading dock protective barriers, while others are more complicated. Review and update the provider emergency plan on an annual basis. The bright color helps ensure employees are visible and drivers can see the loading dock. Yellow lines at the docks edge will help prevent forklifts from falling off docks. Wear a hard hat, eye protection, and hearing protection when required to protect against falling or flying objects or noise. Can assist in ensuring workers are adequately trained. Your email address will not be published. Safe work procedures When working on and around loading docks, follow these best practices and procedures: Use the proper material handling equipment and inspect all components prior to use. But keep in mind that you should have a clearly defined scope and not stretch out the standard operating procedure document to other processes and lose focus from your goals. Loose dock plates often result in slips and falls. E info@safetybydesigninc.com. OSHA loading dock fall protection includes safety tips that will prevent incidents. A companys loading dock should also be visible, which is why yellow stripes at the edge are common. The software is drag and drop, so its extremely easy to get started with it zero coding skills required. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) include all of the specific instructions that have been established to perform work tasks safely. All material must flow in and out of your docks, and these are limited in number (and not readily added to). Dock employees who drive forklifts and motorized pallet trucks will have received training in the OSHA regulations that apply to their equipment, as well as how to operate it safely and effectively on a dock. 2023 BLRBusiness and Learning Resources 5511 Virginia Way, Suite 150, Brentwood, Tennessee 37027 800-727-5257 All rights reserved. Forklifts are common on loading docks and are responsible for some of the injuries that occur at the job site. You just need to make . Because they do not rely on specialized training, engineering controls are a preferred method of minimizing hazards and the chance of injuries. Get the details. Hf&^kFMfQg>eg1PAjPJu`.o)K#||;yZ|(!tr-f'rY9pb7pY,Y(.(-mXdqA#W MVY .a+Flam;IsL7F_>"s!$FJ-gw`\)vR(tI|/>(j This SOP format is great if your goal is to analyze your processes and see where they underperform. But why work. Product SKU: 60017-4. If youd like to personally evaluate 7-Minute Safety Trainer and see how it can build safety awareness, well be happy to send it to you for 30 days, on a no-cost, no-obligation trial basis. Essentially youre breaking down the steps in such a way that anyone could understand and perform the process. The following is an overview of the regulations, training requirements and other resources: OSHA has jurisdiction over off-highway loading and unloading, such as warehouses, plants, grain handling facilities, retail locations, marine terminals, wharves, piers, and shipyards. In most accidents, a team member either performs an unsafe action or fails to perform a required safe action. This rough first draft allows you to see whether you need to go in more detail with some of the steps. To make it easier for the end-user, e.g. Add fluid if necessary. e` 7 This STANDARD OPERATING Procedure (SOP) is to be used in reference to the following KPA. Step-by-step safe work process. A Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is a document that a company or organization creates to highlight how things need to be done during certain processes. Truck or rail tank car loading or the unloading of flammable/combustible liquids is one of the most hazardous operations likely to be undertaken at any manufacturing or storage facility. This service is included in the program price, which averages just over $1 a working day. According to research the total cost of workplace injuries, fatalities, and illnesses adds up to a whopping [], OSHA Record Keeping and Reporting Cheat Sheet Use this OSHA Record Keeping and Reporting Cheat Sheet to navigate the complexities of OSHA reporting. Check out : 15+ Standard Operating Procedure Checklists for Better Workflow and Smoother Training Return to Table of Contents Different types of SOP + examples and templates Because the purpose of standard operating procedures depends on the task at hand, there are many types of SOP. They cant just carry over the skills and experience of driving a car or pulling a little red wagon. Our favorite software for this job is Process.st. eLA-@4ihC7kXLYr0If&ok^X?c|o'320(z84 K,y1@ 1,8|*FE * 1.2. Find out more. Loading docks may be exterior, flush with the building envelope or fully enclosed. Your angle is 10 degrees, so is subject to OSHA ramp safety . Loading dock fall protection requirements include safety when employees are handling the loading or unloading of a trailer. stream Here are the steps of the procedure: Greet the student and create a log of their name, the subject they're studying and their goals for the session. `C(A.ny8{0gJ\QQ|yQR^r@ac EPDP,OsRs/ qDL.R/+X%GTf)G:RKcomLN H|CP{ ie$s~FoqjXV 6@f<65s)C30w9fYmKE`a=oH)>e:fUJG Australian Standard 2359.2 at clause 5.12.2 states: Where there is a risk that a wheel may be driven over the edge of a loading dock, physical barriers or other appropriate systems shall be provided. When you do lift, bend your knees and keep your back straight so that your legs do the work (not your back). ISO Quality Procedures And on top of all that, the software also lets you keep track of your SOPs in real time. At a minimum, all areas should be swept and, if appropriate, mopped daily. endobj This free white paper from Tingley examines how flame-resistant (FR) apparel for []. Wx4;cw Workers engaged in the loading or unloading of suspension-type highway trailers may be at an increased risk of injury due to the inability of damaged trailers to support the weight of the powered industrial truck used to load or unload the trailer. scfgMmQ|l#Lf-2q/G]N:qP I 1 :bwEA)Hb[4oV6sGk]"{#CdS8FWl=&Qo89xi?L?~HlT,~vo`tQ5Bpi`k; Image source. Or they can be as elaborate as dock gate systems that automatically engage wheel chocks, trailer locks and dockboards when a trailer is attached, or raise a door barricade when the trailer is detached. Teach employees to recognize incidental spills and promptly clean them up. Whats a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)? No matter how it appears, one thing is always constant: the need for safety. Adobe InDesign 14.0 (Macintosh) The economic repercussion of this is overwhelming as well. An existing SOP may need to just be modified and updated, or you may be in a scenario where you have to write one from scratch. 2019-08-28T09:17:15-04:00 Streamlines and automates all sorts of approval forms. >, {-E|!\ endobj If the tailer is flush against the loading dock, a forklift can safely load and unload the product. While it is a common and essential part of business operations, loading docks also accounted for an estimated 6,000 employee injuries in 2018 per the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Weve mastered the ins-and-outs of regulations and liquid management and we can help you with the information, best practices and practical solutions you need. In addition to the specific OSHA training requirements listed above, loading dock employees may also need training in: X endobj % 2 0 obj <> Invisible and odorless, carbon monoxide can be fatal. ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS 3.1 Shunt Driver 3.2 Receiving 3.3 Shipping 4. Examples include: X Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Creating functional standard operating procedures for your business will help you eliminate the confusion around the processes that are performed on a daily basis which will allow your employees to be more productive and minimize the mistakes made along the way! 1-855-493-HOGS (493-4647) Fax: 1-800-621-PIGS (621-7447) hothogs@newpig.com, 2023 New Pig Corporation. Heres a Whole Year of Ideas. Try 7-Minute Safety Trainer at no cost or risk. When it comes to driving a forklift on a flatbed trailer, OSHA recommends only doing so when there isnt a gap in height or distance. 1342 0 obj <>stream Falls can occur from loading docks during loading operations and when not in use. "Some of the most valuable square footage in the warehouse is dock space. An adequate area is available to provide for unencumbered hoisting, lifting, and Part 1 Workers loading and unloading materials should be instructed in safe procedures appropriate to the material they handle. SOP example #3: Testing tanks for vessel entry. endobj In addition, every 360 days, make sure to check and tighten the control box mounting . The pictogram on the label is determined by the chemical hazard classification. 1 0 obj 6. With the leveler supported by the maintenance strut, inspect the air tower for damage. Tour Little Caesars Arena, the new home of the Detroit Red Wings and Pistons, in a series of 360-degree images. However, you need to have a clear purpose behind it. Loading docks are one of the nation's key points of commerce - and perhaps one of its most unsung. The poisonous gas is emitted from vehicle exhaust and is fatal if inhaled over prolonged periods. A checklist or the to-do list is one of the simplest methods of writing a standard operating procedures (SOP) document. A loading dock is typically a recessed pit in a facility where trucks are loaded and unloaded. However, its much better if the notation youre using is universal, like BPMN or UML. Once you start growing, however, you might want to start following a more formal structure for better results. <> Place oily rags or other combustible trash in closed containers. X An SOP is definitely not a document to be made and forgotten about, it is a manual that people in the company use on a day-to-day basis. % ( This means "don't speed." ( It also means to take each stop one at a time. Well, Standard Operating Procedures allow you to: Achieve consistent results. endobj Purpose To ensure truck loading and unloading operations are conducted safely at the Port of Broome to eliminate the potential for injuries, particularly as a result of vehicle and human interaction. The only problem is employers also must take steps to ensure the safety of employees in warehouse and on the loading dock. Another thing to keep in mind is that making sure to move any and all items out of the way would make the loading dock safer to use since its less cluttered. Your email address will not be published. Standard operating procedure. Load and Unload Correctly to Prevent Injuries. However, if youre a small business or a startup and have no superiors, you can skip this step for now! 3 0 obj The distribution of your standard operating procedure can happen through either a traditional paper copy that you give out to your employees or using a digital version of the SOP. Whatever the reason, materials remaining on loading docks can present additional hazards to operators because they reduce visibility in the area. 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