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Loading Dock Warning Lights: What OSHA's Warehouse Emphasis Program Means for Your Facility
In March 2026, a worker at a Rivian warehouse in Normal, Illinois, was fatally pinned between a semi-trailer and the dock face. OSHA opened a formal investigation. Safety managers at warehouses and distribution centers across the country went back to their loading dock checklists. The incident was a stark reminder of a risk that doesn't get enough attention: the loading dock is the most dangerous area in any warehouse or distribution center. OSHA's National Emphasis Program
Jul 8
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