Warehouse Daily Safety Walk
Quick daily warehouse safety walk catching racking damage, dock plate hazards, and PPE compliance gaps before they cause an incident.
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Rolled out to every employee at AutoZone (125,000), PetSmart (50,000+), A.S. Watson and Raley's (20,000) — and at larger retailers we are not permitted to name.
Built for: Warehouse · Distribution · 3PL · Manufacturing
What's inside this template
Racking & Storage
- No visible damage to upright posts (dents > 1/2", deflection > 1/4 in/ft)
- Beams are seated in connectors with safety clips engaged
- Top of rack is below sprinkler line (≥18" clearance)
- Rack capacity placards are posted and legible
- No mixed/over-stacked pallets
Forklift & Equipment
- Pre-shift forklift inspection forms completed
- No pedestrians in forklift travel zones without high-vis
- Forklift speeds are reasonable in pedestrian zones
- Battery charging stations are ventilated and signed
- Pallet jacks are returned to designated parking
Dock & Loading
- Dock plates are seated, rated, and free of damage
- Wheel chocks are in use for trucks at the dock
- Dock leveler stops are operational
- Dock area is clear of debris and pallets
Aisles & Egress
- Main aisles maintain 8 ft clearance
- Emergency exits are unblocked
- Floor markings are visible and intact
- No water, oil, or trip hazards on floor
Common use cases
Frequently asked questions
Should pedestrians be excluded entirely from forklift travel zones?
OSHA 1910.178 prefers separated pedestrian and forklift travel where feasible (painted lines, barriers, time separation). High-vis PPE is the minimum when separation isn't possible.
How quickly do we need to take damaged racking out of service?
ANSI MH16.1 says any damaged upright should be off-loaded within 24 hours and replaced before reloading. Document the damage with a photo and quarantine the bay.
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Rolled out to every employee at AutoZone (125,000), PetSmart (50,000+), A.S. Watson and Raley's (20,000) — and at larger retailers we are not permitted to name.