Mike Smith
The loading dock is the most important doorway in your facility. It is how material gets in, and how goods get shipped out. It’s also one of the most dangerous places statistically:
- According to OSHA, about 25% of all warehouse accidents occur at the loading dock, and there are nearly 600 close calls for each accident. That equals approximately 94,750 forklift accidents reported each year.
- 7% of forklift accidents occur when a lift truck is driven off a loading dock.
- 70% of all reported accidents could have been avoided with proper safety precautions.
RDC can show you how to have total safety at the loading dock! RDC partners with Rite-Hite, the #1 name in vehicle restraint systems. Rite-Hite created the vehicle restraint industry with the introduction of the first-ever rotating hook restraint on April 22, 1980. True to their motto, “Always Looking Ahead,” Rite-Hite leads the way with safety solutions that extend far beyond restraints to cover every aspect of the loading dock. Let us show you in 3 easy steps how you can achieve total safety at your loading dock and beyond!
Step 1: Know Your Trailer Type
Total safety at the loading dock first requires you know what type(s) of trailers are coming to your facility.
Step 1: Know Your Trailer Type
Total safety at the loading dock first requires you know what type(s) of trailers are coming to your facility.
Parcel/Delivery Van
Small Box Truck
Standard
Reinforced R.I.G
ICC
Obstructed R.I.G / ICC
Sea Container
Lift Gate
Commercial Box Truck
Specialty / Stabilized
LGV / AGV Loaded Trailer
Parcel/Delivery Van
Small Box Truck
Stndrd / Reinforced R.I.G / ICC
Obstructed R.I.G / ICC
Sea Container
Lift Gate
Commercial Box Truck
Specialty / Stabilized
LGV / AGV Loaded Trailer
RDC offers a restraint for every type of truck and trailer.
RDC offers a restraint for every type of truck and trailer.
Parcel / Delivery Van
Small Box Truck
Global Wheel Chock
Stndrd / Reinforced R.I.G / ICC
Vertical Barrier Restraint
Rotating Hook Restraint
Obstructed R.I.G / ICC
Sea Container
Vertical Barrier Restraint
Shadow Hook Restraint
Lift Gate
Commercial Box Truck
Wheel Based Restraints
Global Wheel Lok
Manual Wheel Lok
Global Wheel Chock
Specialty / Stabilized
LGV / AGV Loaded Trailer
Stabilizing Trailer Restraint
Parcel / Delivery Van
Small Box Truck
Global Wheel Chock
Stndrd / Reinforced R.I.G / ICC
Vertical Barrier Restraint
Rotating Hook Restraint
Obstructed R.I.G / ICC
Sea Container
Vertical Barrier Restraint
Shadow Hook Restraint
Lift Gate
Commercial Box Truck
Wheel Based Restraints:
Global Wheel Lok
Manual Wheel Lok
Global Wheel Chock
Specialty / Stabilized
LGV / AGV Loaded Trailer
Stabilizing Trailer Restraint
Step 3: Choose Your Safety Enhancements
RDC has a suite of products that address every area of safety inside, outside, and around the loading dock.
Step 3: Select Your Safety Enhancements
RDC has a suite of products that address every area of safety inside, outside, and around the loading dock.
Corner-Vu & Leveler-Vu
Clear, extra indication of red or green lights. Reduces forklift miscommunication and obstructed views.
Pedestrian-Vu
Sensors monitor the trailer and when presence is detected a bright blue light is cast on the leveler so pedestrians know to proceed with caution.
Lok-Vu
Operators inside the building can have visibility of hook engagement without ever stepping outside on the dock approach.
Approach-Vu
Operators inside the building can have visibility of hook engagement without ever stepping outside on the dock approach.
Dok-Lok Timer
The countdown starts when the trailer is safely locked. Keep drivers motivated to keep loading and be aware of time so you can avoid detention fees.
Trailer Stands
Prevent trailer nose tipping and landing gear collapse with a trailer stand.
Trailer Fans & Lights
Smart lighting sensing technology and the Coolman 2800 triler fan keep visibility high and temps low.
Fall Protection
Keep forklifts and people inside the building while allowing air flow into your facility. OSHA and your safety team will thank you!
RDC Digital / Rite-Hite ONE
Full facility visibility! Communication, Control, Connected Products, and Data Access are the highlights of the RDC Digital & Rite-Hite ONE platforms.
Preventative Maintenance
A Preventative Maintenance Plan by RDC is the best way to ensure safety at the loading dock…not to mention boost uptime and reduce costs!
Corner-Vu & Leveler-Vu
Clear, extra indication of red or green lights. Reduces forklift miscommunication and obstructed views.
Pedestrian-Vu
Sensors monitor the trailer and when presence is detected a bright blue light is cast on the leveler so pedestrians know to proceed with caution.
Lok-Vu
Operators inside the building can have visibility of hook engagement without ever stepping outside on the dock approach.
Approach-Vu
Operators inside the building can have visibility of hook engagement without ever stepping outside on the dock approach.
Dok-Lok Timer
The countdown starts when the trailer is safely locked. Keep drivers motivated to keep loading and be aware of time so you can avoid detention fees.
Trailer Stands
Prevent trailer nose tipping and landing gear collapse with a trailer stand.
Trailer Fans & Lights
Smart lighting sensing technology and the Coolman 2800 triler fan keep visibility high and temps low.
Fall Protection
Keep forklifts and people inside the building while allowing air flow into your facility. OSHA and your safety team will thank you!
RDC Digital / Rite-Hite ONE
Full facility visibility! Communication, Control, Connected Products, and Data Access are the highlights of the RDC Digital & Rite-Hite ONE platforms.
Preventative Maintenance
A Preventative Maintenance Plan by RDC is the best way to ensure safety at the loading dock…not to mention boost uptime and reduce costs!