Why Are Internal Line Markings Important?

Every warehouse or workshop environment has one thing in common – can you guess what it is? You will notice they all have internal line markings meticulously placed throughout the working area, right from the entry to the exit. But what makes internal line-marking a must-have for every warehouse? Here are a few reasons why line markings are important for every warehouse and workshop.

Current health & safety legislation requires business owners as well as property owners to provide clear demarcation lines for factory floors, pedestrian walkways, and trucking lanes. New legislation (2019) regarding manslaughter in the workplace also means that it is even more important to have line markings as a minimum.

 

Driver-designated safety zones

Clearly outlined driver-designated safety zones can provide an additional safety measure for drivers of trucks and other transit vehicles when travelling through warehouses and workshops. Accurate line markings ensure that drivers are aware of vehicle-only and pedestrian-only zones, and provide added safety to loading and unloading designated areas.

 

Clear routes for safer root traffic

In a warehouse, proper line marking doesn’t just add to the quality of the activities but plays an important role in safety.

It’s not just forklifts and small transit vehicles that require clear and safe pathways.
The safety of workers who walk through a warehouse should be paramount as they are the ones who are most likely to come into harm’s way.

By marking clear pathways for foot traffic, personnel can safely find their way through a busy working environment. Separate and clearly marked paths for foot traffic and vehicle traffic also help mitigate accidents involving vehicles and personnel.

 

Safer storage

Clear internal line-markings can also assist with keeping equipment stored in a safe and orderly manner. Whether it’s for pallet storage or workshop tool storage, line-markings can be used to segment individual storage bays for different items. Every warehouse owner knows that the smooth running of a warehouse keeps costs down and productivity high, and there is no better method to achieve that than by implementing an accurate internal line-marking system.

 

Emergencies

Internal line-markings are imperative should an emergency occur at your workplace or workshop. Line markings with different colours and symbols provide your employees with a fast and simple warning of possible dangers. Line markings can also effectively define an evacuation path and point employees towards the nearest exit or assembly area.

By implementing an internal line marking system at your factory or workshop, employees gain knowledge about when extra caution is necessary – whether this means not entering, wearing protective attire, or simply remaining aware.

 

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