Industrial pallet racking should be visually monitored routinely and professionally inspected at appropriate intervals, with an immediate inspection following a significant impact, damage, or other event that could affect rack integrity.
Rack inspections are an important part of warehouse safety because pallet-racking systems are exposed to forklifts, pallet impacts, changing loads, and everyday operating conditions.
Warehouse operators should watch for issues such as:
- Bent or damaged uprights
- Damaged beams or connectors
- Missing or damaged safety components
- Dislodged components
- Overloaded or improperly loaded positions
- Floor or anchoring problems
- Damage caused by forklifts or other equipment
A damaged rack should not simply be placed back into service without determining whether its structural capacity has been affected.
Inspection requirements can vary according to jurisdiction, rack design, facility conditions, and applicable standards. In Canada, racking safety and inspection requirements should be evaluated in the context of applicable provincial regulations and engineering requirements rather than relying on a generic inspection schedule. Current Canadian racking resources specifically identify inspections, safety, engineering, and compliance as important parts of rack management.
Swisso Storage can help businesses evaluate storage requirements and select appropriate industrial racking configurations designed around the facility, inventory, load requirements, and workflow.