Think about this: You are the proud owner of a garden centre and you are planning an installation. You may be wondering if, before you begin, you would be legally required to have an inspection carried out. Many believe that their garden centre pallet racking would require inspection as it carries a load, even if it is not a heavy one.
This assumption would be correct. Garden centre pallet racking certainly does require an inspection in the same way as industrial pallet racking and shelving. However, there are some additional issues that must be considered.
Safety Issues with Garden Centre Pallet Racking
It is safe to assume that a risk assessment would be completed which may conclude that there is more than a possibility that a small child may attempt to climb the pallet racking. Parents may not be paying close enough attention to that child, meaning they would be unable to prevent the child from getting in any danger. Though it is rare, there is still a chance of an incident like this occurring.
This issue could be addressed by ensuring that the pallet racking is fixed to the floor. This would prevent anyone from being able to pull it over, which could cause damage or potentially devastation. However, if you have different demands and seasonal products, this solution may not be the best.
Weight Issues with Garden Centre Pallet Racking
The weight of the loads on your pallet racking does not necessarily matter. You will find that you will still need to make people aware of the loading capacities to ensure that no overloading occurs. This will include an understanding of the weight of the product. For example, if you are selling large bags of compost, they can be rather heavy. This is especially the case if they are allowed to get weight. It is important to incorporate into staff training that these should never be placed on the shelving system if it is only intended for lightweight storage.
Inspections should be a final check. This is so you can ensure that the basic safety issues and methods are being followed at all times. You will find that it is extremely easy to get engrossed in the detail and miss the bigger picture.
Talk to Monarch Shelving Ltd
If you would like to expand your warehouse or garden centre storage through the use of pallet racking and other warehouse storage solutions, then look no further. Monarch Shelving Ltd offers a wide range of brand-new and second-hand storage solutions for you to choose from to get the most storage space for your business. Get in touch for more information.
