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Loading dock maintenance: how is it done?

Pubblicato il 1 August 2023
Loading dock maintenance: how is it done?

Campisa is always careful in pursuing the regulations relating to safety in the workplace . In the past we have already focused on the issue of maintenance and inspection of loading and unloading points.

In this article we will talk about maintenance of loading docks and how it is carried out by our technicians, in order to guarantee maximum safety for operators and the perfect functioning of all components.

WHAT IS THE MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION OF LOADING DOCKS?

The maintenance of the loading points takes place through strict checks on the equipment and its functioning, with the relative evaluation of their performance to establish the type of intervention to be carried out.

Specifically, here is how the inspection and control of the individual equipment of the loading pits for trucks is carried out:

  • Loading ramps: the spout, the cylinders, the condition of the electro-hydraulic motor and the oil levels for handling are inspected. Furthermore, it is good practice to check the condition of the formwork to verify its condition and proceed with a thorough cleaning of the debris and accumulated dirt.
  • Industrial doors: on loading bays and pits, they are one of the elements most exposed to stress and impact. For example, just think of the impact of forklifts during the handling of goods which can damage the surface. In cold logistics, sectional doors play a crucial role in maintaining temperatures. For this reason it is essential to ensure the perfect condition of industrial doors, in order to guarantee thermal insulation and maximum closing performance.
  • Loading Dock Bumpers: Bumpers are also an essential element of loading dock safety. Having to cushion and protect the quay from the impacts of docked trucks, the bumpers are the element most exposed to the risk of damage and wear. In this case, we intervene with a new supply of bumpers to ensure maximum efficiency and safety on the quay.
  • Isothermal seals and portals: just like sectional doors, isothermal seals and portals are the key element for insulating the loading bay and protecting operators and goods from external atmospheric phenomena. Over the years, the sealant sheet can deteriorate and tear. Also in this case, the Campisa technicians will provide for the complete replacement of the sealant.

LOADING DOCK MAINTENANCE. LET'S DIVE INTO THE REGULATIONS

The maintenance and inspection of the loading ports is required by law and must be carried out by certified and qualified personnel.

Failure to inspect can lead to legal issues for the company. For this reason, there are legislative decrees and regulations to be respected in order to keep the working environment safe and performing.

Here are the main regulations relating to the maintenance of loading docks.

  1. Maintenance is mandatory by law, exercised by the UNI EN 11063:2017 standard which guarantees the safe use of the equipment, maintaining high safety standards over time.
  2. Legislative Decree 81/2008, Consolidated Text on Occupational Safety, which lists the general measures for the safety and health of workers. 
  3. The Machinery Directive, which considers the concept of maintenance to be fundamental for the safe operation of machines, while guaranteeing the reduction of the risk of breakage and damage at the same time.

DO YOU NEED TO MAINTAIN YOUR LOADING DOCKS? THIS IS WHY CHOOSING CAMPISA ASSISTANCE

If you are looking for a partner to carry out inspection or maintenance operations on loading rampssectional doors and sealants , the campisa team is made up of professional technicians who are rigorously qualified to carry out maintenance.

To find out more details, you can visit the page dedicated to Campisa assistance and book a maintenance intervention using the contact box, or by calling the free toll-free number.