Barriers for Guarding

It is recommended that barrier posts be erected at the corners of each rack and aisle. Holes must be drilled into the concrete floor to accommodate the barrier posts. It should be noted that even barrier posts require maintenance. When posts are struck, the anchorage at the floor can shear off or the concrete may break apart. The damaged post must be removed, the holes correctly patched with a strong filler, and then the holes redrilled and the post remounted with new bolts. Yellow paint helps to highlight the barrier. 

Sprinklers are necessary for the protection of property and employees in a warehouse. Valves, sprinkler heads, gauges, and pipes must be protected firom damage caused by powered equipment. A survey should be made of the facility to determine where these safeguards are needed. 

If a new warehouse is being planned, consider proper placement of the above-mentioned items to prevent damage. 

Professionals like those representing the Factory Mutual System can offer good advice on this subject. Any fire insurance company wants to prevent loss and an effective sprinkler system offers such protection. 

Significant water damage can occur before the water can be turned off 

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