Safety on the job is of utmost importance. Using truck restraints is just one way you can keep your employees safe inside and outside your warehouse or at your loading dock.
At Authority Dock & Door, we can help you find the right truck restraints to meet your needs. However, it is crucial to have the right equipment in place to prevent possible accidents, improve productivity, and even reduce the chance of truck theft.
Truck Restraints Help Prevent Accidents
According to statistics from EHSToday:
- There were 270,000 injuries that were reported within the warehousing and transportation industry in 2017.
- There were also 819 deaths that same year due to accidents in this industry.
- More than 25% of these accidents took place at loading docks.
- For every accident that actually took place, there were about 600 near-misses.
These are significant figures and it is quite possible that most of these accidents could have been prevented with the proper equipment in place.
Vehicle restraints work by eliminating the gap between the vehicle and the loading dock because of vehicle creep. Trucks back up to the building or loading dock and the restraint attaches to the truck’s rearguard. As a result, the vehicle is held firmly in place, allowing workers to load it and unload it without worry.
Truck Restraints Can Increase Productivity
The fact that vehicle restraints eliminate the gap between the truck and the loading dock, workers are able to perform their duties without having to be as concerned about safety. This makes them more productive and efficient, which means less time spent with each truck.
More efficient workers result in a more productive loading dock, which can easily translate to increased revenue for your business.
Truck Restraints Reduce the Chance of Vehicle Theft
While it may be a rare occurrence, trucks do get stolen at loading docks. This can easily happen if they are not properly restrained and if someone is not monitoring the truck cab at all times.
Most truck restraints can restrain up to a pullout force of as much as 30,000 pounds. The presence of this equipment will deter thieves, or at the very least, make it impossible for one to drive away with the truck.
Types of Truck Restraints
There are many types of vehicle restraints to consider, and if you are in the market for them, we can advise you on the best option to meet your needs.
Types of vehicle restraints include:
- Hydraulic restraints – These come equipped with an LCD menu screen and a keypad with touch sensors.
- Electric restraints – These offer lower operating costs and touch control systems to control various functions.
- Mechanical restraints – These are easy to operate and can reduce injuries at the worksite.
Quality Truck Restraints are Available at Authority Dock & Door
At Authority Dock & Door, your workers’ safety is our top priority. We know how dangerous loading docks can be and we have the equipment necessary to address and reduce the number of injuries that often occur on the job.
We can guide you in choosing the right truck restraints for your operation.
