Firms must take greater initiative when it comes to workplace safety

Palletgates.co.uk, one of the UK's leading suppliers of pallet gates and other safety products, says companies are under increasing pressure to research and implement appropriate safety measures for their workplace.

Staffordshire, United Kingdom (prHWY.com) November 1, 2012 - Palletgates.co.uk, one of the UK's leading suppliers of pallet gates and other safety products, says companies are under increasing pressure to research and implement appropriate safety measures for their workplace.

This follows a report from the Prospect trade union for professional workers, scientists and engineers, which said job cuts at the Health and Safety Executive mean workers are being exposed to more dangers in the place of work. Prospect claimed that the HSE can no longer meet the needs of employers for health and safety advice and prevention.

With between 12,000 and 18,000 deaths attributed to workplace hazards every year, employers will need to take a greater level of initiative in identifying the most appropriate health and safety measures for their organisation. As experts in the design and manufacturer of high-visibility pallet gates, Palletgates.co.uk is well placed to support factories, warehouses and other industrial companies in improving the safety of their employees.

"Protecting staff from potential hazards is a primary concern for most companies, so investing in effective safety solutions like pallet gates can be a vital," a spokesperson for Palletgates.co.uk said. "Accidents can have life-changing consequences for those involved and can risk the company's future if insurance premiums increase drastically as the result of a personal injury law suit."

Palletgates.co.uk has more than two decades of experience in the industry and uses the latest technology to create safety gates that exceed legal safety requirements for maximum protection. The firm uses steel that conforms to BS EN 10219-1:1997 and all gates are powder coated as standard in yellow to RAL 1028, although other colours are available upon request.

However, in yellow, these steel frames provide a highly visible warning of the potential hazards stacked pallets can provide. Employees that are aware of dangers are more likely to take extra precautions in how they undertake tasks. When combining these measures with comprehensive safety procedures, companies can actively reduce the risks to their workers.

Other safety products designed and manufactured by Palletgates.co.uk include loading dock and car park barriers, gas bottle cages, impact barriers, access rails, bollards and more.

For more information about pallet gates, visit www.palletgates.co.uk or call 01782 836 080.

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