Warehouse Safety and Materials Handling
Busy warehouses combine people, moving equipment, and stacked goods in ways that create real risk. This course covers the safe operation of warehouses and the handling of materials by hand and by machine. Participants learn practical controls that protect staff without slowing operations.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Recognising hazards in busy warehouse operations
- 02Applying safe stacking, racking, and storage practices
- 03Separating pedestrians from forklifts and moving plant
- 04Operating materials handling equipment safely
- 05Handling loads to reduce manual handling injury
- 06Conducting routine warehouse safety inspections
- 07Managing loading bay and dock safety
What you will gain
- Recognise hazards in warehouse operations
- Apply safe stacking and racking practices
- Manage pedestrian and vehicle separation
- Operate materials handling equipment safely
- Handle loads to reduce injury
- Conduct warehouse safety inspections
Who should attend
- Warehouse supervisors and staff
- Materials handling operators
- Logistics coordinators
- Safety officers in storage operations
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 to 4 Nov 2026 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 17 to 18 Nov 2026 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 11 to 12 Jan 2027 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 1 to 2 Feb 2027 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 12 to 13 Apr 2027 | Dubai | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 14 to 15 Jun 2027 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
Enquire about this course
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- R10,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Field
- Procurement & Supply Chain
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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