Friday the 13th: our tips for an accident-free day
5min read
12/07/2018
Are you a bit superstitious? Then Friday the 13th is certainly not a date you look forward to. Stay calm, and read below how to avoid accidents at work. Let’s look at the steps you need to take to send your parcels safely. This way, your order will arrive at its destination without any damage. Stressed out on Friday the 13th? Never again!
1. How to avoid accidents in the workplace
► Wear protective clothing
It all starts with you…. Therefore, protect your hands, eyes, ears and respiratory tract with the right accessories (gloves, goggles, earplugs, dust masks).As our hands are often the most affected, we advise you to use this selection guide to find out which gloves are suitable for your working environment.
► Think twice before climbing a ladder
Unfortunately we can’t keep the black cats away, but we can help you avoid accidents with a ladder
- Place your ladder on a flat, dry and level surface.
- Make sure your ladder has non-slip feet.
- If your ladder is in front of a door, lock it.
- Move the ladder as soon as your arm is at its maximum to reach your work area.
- Never stand on the support, which is only used as a hand rest. The last step to stand on is the platform.
► Avoid falls from work
An accident happens so quickly and often comes down to details, like a dirty floor for example.Avoid slipping or tripping by keeping your warehouse and workplace clean and tidyWipe reels, cleaning products and bin bags are essentials.Also make sure you put up a ‘slippery floor’ warning sign when your floor is wet.They exist for a reason! Also take the time to sort your rubbish when cleaning, and dispose of it in the appropriate bins and containers
for
this purpose.
2.How to send your parcels safely
► Choose a strong box
Sending your products safely and securely starts with choosing a sturdy crate. As you can read in this article, there are 3 types of cardboard. If
you are
looking for the strongest solution, opt for a triple fluted cardboard crate.
► Protect with the appropriate cushioning
Protecting your products from bumps and scratches requires specific cushioning. In this ABC of cushioning material, you will find all the possibilities to ship your products with peace of mind. Protect yourself and your products from the hassle of Friday the 13th.
► Close your crate securely with the best tapes
Closing a crate with tape sounds simple, yet there are a few factors to consider if you want to close it properly.It is best to stick the tape at a temperature of +10°C or higher on a dry, dust-free surface.The best way to stick the tape is in an H-shape.Feel free to check out this article for many more tips on choosing, sticking, and storing your tape.
► Communicate clearly with labels
Wait before you send your crate! Make sure you stick the right warning labels on your packaging first (for fragile shipments, for example), so the carrier and recipient will know to handle your package with the utmost care
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Safety indicators give you even more security. They turn red when they’ve been subjected to heavy impact, or when your package has been tilted, so it’s essential for extremely sensitive products. Otherwise, the curse of Friday the 13th could well become a reality – and that’s something we don’t want, do we?
3.What you really need to know about Friday the 13th
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- Traditionally, this date is associated with the Last Supper, in which 13 people participated (Jesus and his 12 apostles). Jesus was also crucified on a Friday.
- Another explanation goes back to Norwegian mythology: the evil god Loki appeared uninvited as the 13th guest at a party and after killing Balder, the god of joy, the earth was plunged into deep mourning.
- More recent studies show that Friday the 13th is a date that originated in the U.S. An American officer decided to give a 13-course dinner for 13 people every 13th day of the month: the " Thirtheen Club" . He wanted to go against the popular belief that it is bad luck to have 13 people at a table. The press picked up on this story, which has become distorted over time.
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- we have at least 1 Friday the 13th per year, and a maximum of 3.
- some hotels don't have a 13th floor and some planes don't have a 13th row. In the Italian lotto, the number 13 doesn't appear.
- in some French restaurants, you can hire a 14th in some French restaurants, you can rent a waiter: a person who comes to your table for a fee if there are only 13 people at your table.
- friday 13 is not unlucky in all countries. In Greece and Spain, for example, it is the 13th Tuesday. In Italy, it is the 17th friday: a day on which no one wants to cross a black cat or go under a ladder
