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24 PalletCentral • September-October 2021 palletcentral.com A as manufacturers and distributors of wood pallets, wood packaging professionals understand just how critical pallets are to the logistics of nearly every business in the world. ough the rest of the world may not realize, we know if it gets shipped, odds are it is on a pallet. But just as pallets are a necessity, they can be a liability if not properly stored – presenting challenges for pallet facilities and threats to staff and visitor safety. Not only are wood pallets highly combustible, but they are also often involved in stacking accidents and employee injuries. Fortunately, pallet manufacturing and distributing facilities can take steps to mitigate this risk. In fact, a good insurer will often provide Insuring Strategies for Managing Your Pallet Operation INSURANCE A good insurer will often provide loss control recommendations and requirements for maintaining and storing pallets to help businesses prevent or reduce the risk in potentially dangerous situations. loss control recommendations and requirements for maintaining and storing pallets on the premises both indoors and out. Following this guidance can help business owners prevent or reduce the risk in potentially dangerous situations, be it a fire, injury, or damage to the equipment that keeps the business running. Below, we'll detail three major threats to pallet manufacturing and distribution businesses, as well as what steps business owners can take to protect their people and facilities. Fire Safety Storing large quantities of wooden pallets close together may only be a lit cigarette butt away from an inferno, but the risk of fire extends beyond human carelessness. For wood pallets stored outdoors, iStockphoto.com/t:35microstock By Sheila Gjevre and Jeff Evans Thermal Imaging Pallet Storage & Forklift Safety

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