How to handle a roll container safely?
For people working in a supermarket, for example, the roll container is an essential element, as it facilitates the transport of goods around the store. It is therefore important to handle roll containers correctly, to ensure the safety of everyone in the workplace. Anticipate your logistics needs with Rolls and forklift rentals. RollsRapides is with you every step of the way.
In this article, you'll find some advice on how to handle a roll container with complete peace of mind.
What is a roll container?
A roll container, commonly known as a roll container handler, is a wheeled cart on which employees can place heavy loads. For information, the size of a roll container varies between 60 and 180 cm in height, and this cart can carry a load of between 400 and 600 kg.
Roll containers make handling and moving products easier. For store employees, these carts are very practical, and also help to avoid RSI (musculoskeletal disorders).
Safety rules for using a roll container
In the workplace, safety rules must be observed for the good of all. The roll container must also be used in compliance with certain safety rules.
First of all, loading and unloading roll containers is mainly done manually. So it's vital to take your time and find the right posture for these repetitive tasks. This will help you avoid RSI, as well as accidents. It's also very important to load the roll container according to the load of the products, so heavy products will be loaded first.
When it comes to equipment, the use of safety straps is mandatory, as they hold loads and products in place. Safety straps must be securely fastened to prevent the load or product from shifting during transport.
Whether for roll containers or safety straps, it's essential to use quality equipment. What's more, it's also very important for employers not only to take preventive action, but also to offer their employees short training courses in the use of these forklifts.
A few tips on how to handle a roll container safely
For employees
To ensure the safety of all employees, the roll container should be used as follows:
- Push the roll container front of you, keeping your back completely straight.
- Always use both hands to push the roll container.
- The roll container must be held on the castor wheel side.
- You need to be at the same height as the roll container.
- The roll container brake must be activated before loading.
- The roll container must be used on a clean surface.
- The roll container must be chosen to match the product load.
In addition to this advice, it is essential for employees to wear gloves and safety shoes in the workplace.
For companies
Companies also need to ensure that their roll containers are in good condition, which is why it's essential to inspect them. If a roll container is damaged, it must be reported and repaired. And don't forget to buy roll containers that comply with French standards (NF H 50 501).
In short, the correct use of roll containers is not complicated, but it is absolutely essential to observe safety rules in the workplace.
