Installing the right warehouse storage solution means delivering on employee safety and complying with Australian standards.
Pallet racking in Australia is covered under the Australian Standard AS 4084 2023 Steel Storage Racking. This standard deals not only with design but also covers racking installation, operation, modifications, and maintenance. When buying pallet racking, it is essential that you make sure the rack system is not only designed to the standard but is installed to the standard and is operated and maintained in accordance with the standard.
To comply with Australian work safety laws, all industrial storage systems are also required to be inspected by a qualified professional every 12 months, and have certified safety signage to indicate the maximum unit load rating for each shelf level.
These safety and compliance factors need to be considered early in the planning and design phases. By installing the right storage solution in your facility the first time, which delivers on employee safety and compliance over the long term, you will be protecting your investment well into the future.
Thorough storage solution design
A storage solution professional requires knowledge of local safety and compliance standards, as well as accurate information regarding load dimensions and weights, to design the best-fit solution for your requirements.
Any pallet racking used in the workplace should be designed specifically for the size, shape and weight of the products being stored. It is also important that all racking is set up and maintained according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
The racking layout should be compatible with the material handling equipment used in the workplace. For instance, the aisle width should match the turning circle of the forklift used for picking and replenishment.
The layout should also consider emergency access, adequate lighting, and any manual handling activities…
