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Safety Stripes by Mighty Line Floor Tape - The Best Workplace Safety podcast talking NFPA, EHS & Warehouse Safety Tips!

Safety Stripes by Mighty Line Floor Tape - The Best Workplace Safety podcast talking NFPA, EHS & Warehouse Safety Tips!

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 Safety Stripes by Mighty Line is a podcast series produced by Dave Tabar and Wes Wyatt. The show and schedule will be Mighty Line Monday Minute presented by Dave Tabar, and Wednesday Warehouse Safety Tips by Wes Wyatt. Podcasts will be weekly and highlight general industrial and workplace safety topics. View the blogs, videos and articles at https://mightylinetape.com/ Vodcasts, and videos. Also all Mighty Line Minute podcasts at https://www.mightylineminute.com/

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Operations are critical to every industry. It is essential that all employers maintain safe workplaces, and that all employees and visitors engage in behaviors that assure that all will return home safely. The Safety Stripes podcast will discuss important warehouse, industrial and commercial safety topics that management, safety managers and others with safety responsibilities can use to be more effective in protecting both employees and their operations.

Wednesday Warehouse Safety Tips will do just that – provide everyday operational tips, tools and strategies that enable employees, supervisors, and managers to put safety into action in order to reduce workplace risk.

Our goal is to improve health, safety and operational excellence at all worksites.

Safety Stripes Podcast topics include or may include
General Workplace Safety
  • Safety Training Programs
  • Hazard Identification
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
  • OSHA Compliance Guidelines
  • Six Sigma - 5s Methodology
  • OSHA Inspection Tips
NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)
  • Fire Safety Standards
  • NFPA Codes and Standards
EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety)
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Workplace Health Programs
  • Safety and Health Management Systems
Forklift Safety
  • Forklift Operation Training
  • Forklift Maintenance and Inspection
  • Forklift Accident Prevention
Racking Systems
  • Warehouse Racking Solutions
  • Pallet Rack Safety Standards
  • Racking Inspection and Maintenance
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  • S6 Ep292: Warehouse Safety Tips | Episode 292 | Electrical Safety Awareness: Tool and Equipment Safety

    S6 Ep292: Warehouse Safety Tips | Episode 292 | Electrical Safety Awareness: Tool and Equipment Safety
    Jul 16 2025
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    Electrical Safety Awareness: Tool and Equipment Safety

    Electricity drives every conveyor, lift, and label printer in the facility. Yet the same current that powers production can stop it in a flash. Electrical tool and equipment safety means giving cables, plugs, and power strips the same attention you give forklifts and dock doors. A frayed cord or misused extension might look harmless today, but become tomorrow’s outage—or worse, an injury.

    Small checks earlier in the shift prevent big problems later. Think of each inspection as insurance for uptime, health, and even energy costs because worn wiring wastes power.

    Treat cords like any other load-bearing gear; they deserve inspection logs and precise life-cycle dates.

    Here are a few simple ways/tips to assist you with tool and equipment safety:
    • Look before you plug. Inspect every cord and plug for pinched insulation, broken ground pins, or exposed wires. Swap the damaged gear right away.
    • Trust the GFCI. Use ground-fault circuit interrupters on any outlet that feeds damp, outdoor, or wash-down zones. The instant trip beats a shock or fire.
    • Keep cords clear. Never route power leads under doors, through walkways, or across forklift lanes. Overhead reels or cord covers keep traffic moving and wiring safe.
    • Fight liquids with distance. Elevate and secure cords to keep them out of puddles, water, and oil. Dry cords last longer and lower the risk of electrocution.
    • Replace DIY fixes. Electrical tape, homemade splices, and makeshift plugs belong in the trash. Use factory-built replacements that match the tool’s rating.
    Each of these steps adds seconds to a task, yet saves hours of downtime. They also safeguard inventory, investment, and, most importantly, people. Staying alert to cord damage and moisture helps prevent arc flashes from appearing on the incident log, keeping maintenance out of crisis mode.

    One of the top priorities of a solid Safety Culture is ensuring the well-being of everyone, both inside and outside the workplace. By pairing quick inspections with correct equipment—GFCIs, cord reels, and proper replacement parts—you turn that priority into action. Make electrical safety as routine as stretching or scanning barcodes. The payoff is steady productivity and peace of mind.

    Thank you for joining us for another episode of Warehouse Safety Tips.

    Until we meet next time – have a great week, and STAY SAFE!

    #Safety #SafetyFIRST #SafetyALWAYS #StaySafe #SafetyCulture #ElectricalSafety #GFCI
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  • S6 Ep291: Warehouse Safety Tips | Episode 291 | Electrical Safety Awareness: Qualified vs. Unqualified Personnel

    S6 Ep291: Warehouse Safety Tips | Episode 291 | Electrical Safety Awareness: Qualified vs. Unqualified Personnel
    Jul 9 2025
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    Electrical Safety Awareness: Qualified vs. Unqualified Personnel

    One spark can shut down a whole loading line. That’s why a strong safety culture keeps electrical work in the right hands and out of everyone else’s. Qualified vs. Unqualified Personnel is more than a label—it’s a line that protects every pallet, product, and person in the facility.

    A qualified employee has the training, tools, and judgment to work on live circuits and other electrical activities. Everyone else is unqualified by default. Clear? Good. Because blurred lines around electricity can lead to injuries, fires, costly downtime, and even death. It is essential to maintain clear and accurate documentation.

    Here are a few tips to assist you with Qualified vs. Unqualified Personnel:

    • Know where you stand. If you haven’t completed task- and voltage-specific training, step back and call a qualified teammate. Guesswork and electricity never mix.
    • Hands off the panel. Never pull a dead-front or breaker cover unless your name is on the electrical-qualified roster and you’re following an energy-control procedure.
    • Spot and report damage fast. Exposed conductors, cracked cord jackets, or taped-up plugs belong on a work order, not in service. Tag them out and log the hazard before someone forgets.
    • Respect the approach boundaries. Arc-flash labels highlight the dangers of proximity to unqualified staff. Use marked floors or barricades so visiting drivers and temps know where “too close” starts.
    • Refresh skills regularly. Electrical tasks change as equipment ages. Schedule annual practice on test meters, PPE checks, and lockout steps to ensure “qualified” personnel stay current.
    Keeping unqualified hands away from energized parts reduces almost every electrical incident we see. It also stops the silent costs—lost production, fried electronics, and emergency contractor bills.

    Regulations require you to match training to both the task and the voltage. That’s not red tape; it’s a roadmap. Follow it and you’ll gain confidence, speed, and better uptime.

    One of the top priorities of a solid Safety Culture is ensuring the well-being of everyone, both inside and outside the workplace. Your commitment to clear roles, swift reporting, and ongoing training makes that priority real. Keep the line bright. Keep the power flowing safely.

    Thank you for joining us for another episode of Warehouse Safety Tips.

    Until we meet next time – have a great week, and STAY SAFE!

    #Safety #SafetyFIRST #SafetyALWAYS #StaySafe #SafetyCulture #ElectricalSafety #QualifiedPersonnel
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  • S6 Ep290: Warehouse Safety Tips | Episode 290 | Electrical Safety Awareness: Controlling Hidden Hazards

    S6 Ep290: Warehouse Safety Tips | Episode 290 | Electrical Safety Awareness: Controlling Hidden Hazards
    Jul 2 2025
    Electrical Safety Awareness: Controlling Hidden Hazards

    Why Electrical Safety Matters

    Electric power keeps every conveyor, lift truck, and light in your facility moving. Yet the same current that drives production can stop it cold, with injuries, fires, or costly downtime. Electrical safety isn’t a luxury; it’s a fundamental part of an efficient and resilient operation.

    Loose wires, wet floors, and portable gear appear ordinary, but they rank among the top electrical hazards in industrial settings. The good news? Most incidents can be traced back to preventable human actions. A strong safety culture targets those actions before trouble starts, protecting people, product, and profit.

    How Small Actions Prevent Big Shocks

    Even seasoned teams can drift into risky shortcuts. A quick plug-in, an overloaded strip, or ignoring a breaker that trips “just once” can create a chain reaction. Staying alert to electrical hazards in industrial settings keeps that chain from forming.

    Stay Shock-Free in the Facility

    Here are a few tips to assist you with electrical hazards in industrial settings:
    • Treat every wire as live until a qualified person verifies otherwise. Lock out and tag it before reaching for cutters or a tester. One cautious minute beats hours in the clinic.
    • Respect circuit limits. Extension cords and power strips aren’t extra breakers. Spread the load, follow the manufacturer's ratings, and replace damaged cords immediately.
    • Keep water far from the current. Floor scrubbers, leaks, and even condensation create paths for electricity. Dry spills quickly, raise cords off wet areas, and install GFCI outlets near wash zones.
    • Always use grounded or double-insulated tools. If a handle shows a nick in the insulation, tag it out for inspection. A tool that hums or shocks slightly is a loud warning—don’t ignore it.
    • Monitor your electrical “tells.” Flickering lights, warm plugs, or breakers that trip more than once signal hidden faults. Report them promptly so maintenance can fix the root cause, not just reset the switch.
    Building a Resilient Electrical Safety Culture

    Electrical safety works best when it’s woven into daily habits. Encourage coworkers to speak up when they see frayed cords or blocked panels. Recognize quick reporting as much as perfect production numbers. When people understand that their voice matters, near-misses decrease and uptime improves.

    Every inspection, pre-shift chat, and toolbox talk that highlights electrical hazards reinforces safe behavior. Keep training short, practical, and regular. Review real facility examples so lessons stick longer than the meeting. Safety guidelines back these steps, but consistent action turns words into protection.

    Thank you for joining us for another episode of Warehouse Safety Tips.

    Until we meet next time – have a great week, and STAY SAFE!

    #Safety #SafetyFIRST #SafetyALWAYS #StaySafe #SafetyCulture #ElectricalSafety
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    6 m
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