Benxihu Colliery, situated near Benxi Lake in China, was first mined in 1905 for iron and coal. Initially a joint Chinese-Japanese venture, the project eventually came under strictly Japanese control. There was a deadly explosion at this mine on April 26, 1942, resulting in the death of 1,549… View Full Term
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Loading docks can be hazardous places, with moving equipment, heavy loads and unprotected edges. Check in here for the latest content on loading dock hazards and safe work procedures.
Forklifts are incredibly useful but risky tools. Find out how to stay safe when operating forklifts.
By: Tom Wilkerson
Forklift hand signals can prevent the most common causes of fatal forklift accidents. Find out what they are and who should use them.
By: Karoly Ban Matei | HR and Safety Manager
This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about loading dock safety and help you to learn the basics of maintaining a safe loading dock.
By: Safeopedia Staff
Using forklifts in your workplace introduces a number of dangers to the drivers and their co-workers. Find out how to keep workers safe from forklift-related injuries.
By: Jessica Barrett
Carbon monoxide exposure isn't always taken seriously as a loading dock hazard but it could be fatal. Learn how to manage the risks.
By: Dirk Seis | Director of Marketing
Open loading docks are riskier than they look. Find out what you can do to prevent injuries involving open docks.
Many loading docks and warehouses are more dangerous than they should be. Find out how you can make yours safer for lift truck operators and pedestrians.
By: Franco Karas | Director of Sales
Loading dock accidents can be catastrophic and tragic. Find out what steps you can take to prevent them from happening.
By: Rick DeJong | Director of Engineered Solutions
On loading docks, outdoor weather can put your indoor workers at risk. Find out how, and what measures you can take to keep your docks safe.
By: Sarah Manielly | Marketing Specialist
Housekeeping doesn't always come up as a safety concern. But on loading docks, it should. Find out why and what you can do to improve safety.
A lot can go wrong when operating forklifts near loading docks. Find out how to make sure everyone stays safe when loading or unloading.
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