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28 Pallet C e nt ral • No vem be r-D e cem be r 2 0 24 BY PAUL QUANDT, CIC, CFPS, CLCS DON'T KNOCK ON WOOD WHEN IT COMES TO WORKPLACE SAFETY SAFETY A skilled and seasoned workforce is vital for maintaining top-notch quality and safety standards within the pallet and low-grade lumber industries, which are expected to hit over $110 billion in revenue by 2027. Yet cultivating institutional knowledge and operational proficiency requires considerable time and effort for an industry that is growing in demand thanks to a rise in e-commerce. Every year, the US produces approximately 400 million new wooden pallets, contributing to the two billion pallets in circulation at any given time. ese pallets have become a staple in warehouses and other facilities, highlighting their essential role in the logistics and supply chain industry. Unfortunately, many in this industry rely solely on experience when it comes to safety, leading to complacency and overconfidence which can create hazardous work environments.

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