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RESULTS-ORITNTED Training Description
Course Duration
1 Day
Training Delivery Method
Classroom (Instructor-Led) or Online (Instructor-Led)
Instructors Languages
English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi / Pashto
Certification Provider
Tamkene Saudi Training Center - Approved by TVTC (Technical and Vocational Training Corporation)
Certificate Validity
2 Years (Extendable with additional training hours)
Course Average Passing Rate
97%
Competency Assessment Criteria
Practical Assessment and Knowledge Assessment
Post Training Reporting
Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms
Training Design Methodology
ADDIE Training Design Methodology
Certificate of Successful Completion
Certification is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system.
Course Overview
Warehouses combine constant material movement, mixed pedestrian and vehicle traffic, and stacked storage under time pressure — a combination that makes them one of the more incident-prone environments in everyday operations. In logistics, retail, and industrial facilities across the Middle East, where warehouse throughput and shift intensity are often high, a solid grasp of warehouse fundamentals is essential for personnel to work efficiently without compromising safety.
This training course is designed to build practical foundational competency in warehouse operations for personnel involved in storage, material handling, and day-to-day warehouse activities. The course is aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.176: Handling Materials — General and ISO 45001: Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems — Requirements with Guidance for Use, which establish the framework for safe material handling and structured workplace safety management. Participants will learn to apply safe storage and stacking practices, recognize warehouse-specific hazards, follow safe material handling techniques, and understand basic inventory and traffic management principles.
Key Learning Objectives
Explain core warehouse operational principles including (receiving, storage, picking, and dispatch)
Apply safe storage and stacking practices in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.176
Identify common warehouse hazards including (racking instability, forklift interaction, and blocked walkways)
Apply safe manual material handling techniques to reduce injury risk
Recognize basic pedestrian and vehicle traffic management principles within warehouse environments
Comply with warehouse housekeeping and safety reporting requirements
Course Outline
1. Introduction to Warehouse Operations
Overview of core warehouse functions including (receiving, put-away, storage, picking, and dispatch)
Applicable standards and regulatory requirements including (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.176, ISO 45001, and local warehousing regulations)
Roles and responsibilities within warehouse operations including (warehouse staff, supervisors, and safety officers)
Overview of common warehouse incidents and their primary causes including (falling stock, forklift collisions, and manual handling injuries)
2. Storage and Racking Systems
Racking system types and safe use including (selective racking, pallet racking, and shelving units)
Load capacity and weight distribution principles for storage racking
Safe stacking practices including (stability, height limits, and load securing)
Identifying racking damage and instability indicators including (bent frames, missing safety pins, and overloading signs)
3. Material Handling Equipment Awareness
Overview of common warehouse material handling equipment including (pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklifts)
Pedestrian safety around powered equipment including (exclusion zones and right-of-way rules)
Basic pre-use checks for manual handling equipment including (wheel condition and load capacity verification)
Recognizing unsafe equipment operation practices requiring reporting
4. Manual Handling and Ergonomics
Safe lifting techniques including (correct posture, load assessment, and team lifting)
Reducing repetitive strain risk including (task rotation and mechanical aid use)
Safe handling of irregular or hazardous loads including (sharp edges, chemical containers, and unstable packaging)
Recognizing signs of manual handling-related fatigue and strain
5. Warehouse Traffic and Pedestrian Safety
Pedestrian walkway and crossing point awareness including (marked lanes and barrier use)
Vehicle and pedestrian segregation principles including (designated zones and visibility requirements)
Safe behavior around loading docks and staging areas
Communication and signaling practices between pedestrians and equipment operators
6. Housekeeping, Storage Safety, and Hazard Reporting
Maintaining clear walkways and emergency access routes
Proper storage of hazardous or flammable materials including (segregation and labeling requirements)
Spill response and basic containment awareness
Hazard and near-miss reporting procedures including (recognizing and escalating unsafe conditions)
7. Group Discussion and Case Studies
Case studies from regional warehouse incidents including (racking collapse, forklift-pedestrian incidents, and manual handling injuries) and lessons learned in prevention
Group discussion on common warehouse safety shortfalls including (overloaded racking, blocked walkways, and rushed handling)
Sharing regional best practices including (high-throughput facility organization and shift handover coordination)
Discussion on embedding safety awareness into daily warehouse routines
1. Introduction to Warehouse Operations
Overview of core warehouse functions including (receiving, put-away, storage, picking, and dispatch)
Applicable standards and regulatory requirements including (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.176, ISO 45001, and local warehousing regulations)
Roles and responsibilities within warehouse operations including (warehouse staff, supervisors, and safety officers)
Overview of common warehouse incidents and their primary causes including (falling stock, forklift collisions, and manual handling injuries)
2. Storage and Racking Systems
Racking system types and safe use including (selective racking, pallet racking, and shelving units)
Load capacity and weight distribution principles for storage racking
Safe stacking practices including (stability, height limits, and load securing)
Identifying racking damage and instability indicators including (bent frames, missing safety pins, and overloading signs)
3. Material Handling Equipment Awareness
Overview of common warehouse material handling equipment including (pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklifts)
Pedestrian safety around powered equipment including (exclusion zones and right-of-way rules)
Basic pre-use checks for manual handling equipment including (wheel condition and load capacity verification)
Recognizing unsafe equipment operation practices requiring reporting
4. Manual Handling and Ergonomics
Safe lifting techniques including (correct posture, load assessment, and team lifting)
Reducing repetitive strain risk including (task rotation and mechanical aid use)
Safe handling of irregular or hazardous loads including (sharp edges, chemical containers, and unstable packaging)
Recognizing signs of manual handling-related fatigue and strain
5. Warehouse Traffic and Pedestrian Safety
Pedestrian walkway and crossing point awareness including (marked lanes and barrier use)
Vehicle and pedestrian segregation principles including (designated zones and visibility requirements)
Safe behavior around loading docks and staging areas
Communication and signaling practices between pedestrians and equipment operators
6. Housekeeping, Storage Safety, and Hazard Reporting
Maintaining clear walkways and emergency access routes
Proper storage of hazardous or flammable materials including (segregation and labeling requirements)
Spill response and basic containment awareness
Hazard and near-miss reporting procedures including (recognizing and escalating unsafe conditions)
7. Group Discussion and Case Studies
Case studies from regional warehouse incidents including (racking collapse, forklift-pedestrian incidents, and manual handling injuries) and lessons learned in prevention
Group discussion on common warehouse safety shortfalls including (overloaded racking, blocked walkways, and rushed handling)
Sharing regional best practices including (high-throughput facility organization and shift handover coordination)
Discussion on embedding safety awareness into daily warehouse routines
Group Exercises
Team-based hazard identification exercise including (reviewing a simulated warehouse layout and identifying hazards and controls)
Case study analysis on a warehouse incident including (identifying contributing factors and proposing corrective actions)
Gained Core Technical Skills
Ability to apply safe storage and stacking practices in accordance with racking capacity limits
Proficiency in identifying warehouse-specific hazards including racking instability and equipment interaction
Competency in performing safe manual material handling techniques
Skill in recognizing pedestrian and vehicle traffic hazards within warehouse environments
Ability to maintain housekeeping standards and report hazards effectively
Services Geographical Coverage
In Tamkene Training Center or at our client's facility (On-Site), Covering All Saudi Arabia Cities and Locations:
Targeted Audience
Warehouse operatives and storekeepers involved in daily warehouse operations
New hires undergoing warehouse safety orientation and induction
Supervisors and team leaders overseeing warehouse floor activities
HSE officers and safety coordinators supporting warehouse safety programs
Any personnel working in or around warehouse storage and material handling areas
Practical Assessment
Supervised warehouse walkthrough exercise including (identifying seeded hazards across storage, traffic, and housekeeping areas)
Manual handling technique demonstration including (correct lifting posture and load assessment)
Racking inspection exercise including (identifying damage and instability indicators)
Knowledge Assessment
Multiple-choice questions on warehouse operations, storage principles, and applicable standards including (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.176 requirements)
Scenario-based questions on identifying racking and storage hazards
Manual handling questions including (correct lifting technique and load assessment)
Traffic safety and reporting questions including (pedestrian-vehicle segregation and hazard escalation)
Why Choose This Course
Aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.176 and ISO 45001 for internationally credible warehouse safety competency
Delivers a complete foundational learning journey from storage principles through to traffic safety and hazard reporting
Applies practical hazard identification to real-world warehouse scenarios
Structured practical exercises build genuine safety awareness and confidence in daily warehouse tasks
Incorporates regional case studies addressing high-throughput warehouse conditions common across Middle East logistics operations
Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.
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