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Safety Audits
Regular racking safety audits are essential to protecting workers, inventory & business operations. With Emrack’s expert inspections and compliance services, businesses can operate confidently, knowing their storage systems are safe, efficient and compliant.
Racking Safety Audits
& Compliance Inspections
Warehouse racking is the backbone of storage operations, but if it’s not properly maintained, it can pose serious safety risks. A damaged or overloaded racking system increases the likelihood of collapses, stock losses, and workplace injuries. Regular safety audits and compliance inspections are essential to identifying risks before they become costly problems.
At Emrack, we provide comprehensive racking safety audits and compliance inspections to ensure your warehouse storage systems meet Australian safety standards (AS 4084-2023). Our qualified inspectorsassess load capacity, structural integrity, and workplace compliance, helping businesses maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
Why Regular Racking Safety Inspections Matter
Where racks are constantly subjected to forklift movements, heavy loads & ongoing stock handling — over time, racking systems can become compromised, leading to:
Structural failures
Small dents and misalignments can weaken racks, increasing the risk of collapses.
Overloading risks
Exceeding load capacity compromises structural integrity, putting workers and stock at risk.
Non-compliance penalties
Failure to meet AS 4084-2023 regulations can result in fines, legal liability and shutdowns.
Workplace injuries
Poorly maintained racking increases the likelihood of stock falling and causing injuries.
Why Choose Emrack for Racking Safety Audits?
With over 30 years of expertise, Emrack provides trusted, professional safety inspections that help businesses maintain compliance and prevent costly risks.
certified inspections
Ensuring compliance with current Australian safety standards.
Experienced & qualified inspectors
Skilled professionals with extensive racking safety expertise.
Comprehensive reporting & action plans
Clear, practical recommendations for resolving safety risks.
Preventative maintenance support
Helping businesses avoid major repairs and disruptions.
Our Racking Safety Audit & Inspection Process
At Emrack, we follow a thorough, step-by-step inspection process to ensure your racking is safe, compliant, and fully operational.
On-Site Safety Audit & Risk Assessment
Our certified inspectors conduct a detailed on-site assessment to identify potential hazards and compliance issues.
Structural integrity checks
Examining uprights, beams, and connectors for damage, corrosion, or misalignment.
Examining uprights, beams, and connectors for damage, corrosion, or misalignment.
Load capacity verification
Ensuring racks are not exceeding weight limits and remain stable under load.
Ensuring racks are not exceeding weight limits and remain stable under load.
Impact damage assessment
Checking for signs of forklift collisions, bending, or weakened components.
Checking for signs of forklift collisions, bending, or weakened components.
Aisle clearance and accessibility
Reviewing spacing to ensure safe forklift manoeuvrability and worker access.
Reviewing spacing to ensure safe forklift manoeuvrability and worker access.
Plumbness & level checks
Verifying that racking is straight, balanced, and correctly secured to the floor.
Verifying that racking is straight, balanced, and correctly secured to the floor.
This initial assessment provides a clear picture of your racking’s overall condition and any immediate risks that need addressing.
Compliance Check Against Australian Safety Standards
We compare your racking system against the latest AS 4084-2023 Australian Standard for Steel Storage Racking, ensuring:
Correct installation
Racking has been properly installed, anchored, and reinforced.
Racking has been properly installed, anchored, and reinforced.
Safe Working Load (SWL) signage
Load ratings and compliance labels are correctly displayed.
Load ratings and compliance labels are correctly displayed.
Weight distribution checks
Preventing overloading or unbalanced storage that can cause tipping hazards.
Preventing overloading or unbalanced storage that can cause tipping hazards.
Emergency access requirements
Ensuring fire safety and clear evacuation pathways are maintained.
Ensuring fire safety and clear evacuation pathways are maintained.
If your system does not meet compliance requirements, we provide clear recommendations on what needs to be addressed.
Detailed Inspection Report & Action Plan
Following the audit, we provide a comprehensive report outlining:
Identified risks and non-compliance issues.
Recommended repairs, replacements, or safety improvements.
Corrective actions to bring your racking back to full compliance.
Timeline for rectification and next inspection scheduling.
Our reports provide clear, actionable insights to help businesses maintain a safe and legally compliant warehouse.
Racking Repairs & Preventative Maintenance
If issues are detected during the audit, our team can assist with racking repairs and adjustments, including:
Beam & upright replacements
Restoring damaged components to maintain structural integrity.
Restoring damaged components to maintain structural integrity.
Reinforcement & re-anchoring
Strengthening racking systems for better load distribution.
Strengthening racking systems for better load distribution.
Load signage updates
Ensuring all racks display correct weight limits and compliance labels.
Ensuring all racks display correct weight limits and compliance labels.
Reconfiguration for improved safety
Adjusting aisle widths, rack heights, or weight distribution for better stability.
Adjusting aisle widths, rack heights, or weight distribution for better stability.
Addressing minor issues early helps prevent costly repairs and potential workplace accidents.
Ongoing Safety Compliance & Annual Audits
To maintain compliance, regular safety inspections should be conducted at least once a year, or more frequently in high-traffic warehouses.
Scheduled safety audits
Keeping racking in peak condition and preventing avoidable failures.
Keeping racking in peak condition and preventing avoidable failures.
Ongoing compliance management
Ensuring businesses stay up to date with industry regulations.
Ensuring businesses stay up to date with industry regulations.
Staff training & best practices
Educating warehouse teams on proper load handling and damage prevention.
Educating warehouse teams on proper load handling and damage prevention.
Routine inspections reduce risk, improve workplace safety, and extend the lifespan of your racking system.
Industries We Work With
At Emrack, we provide racking safety audits & compliance inspections for businesses in:
Racking
Maximise your warehouse space with Emrack’s Pallet Racking systems with selective, drive-in, and double deep racking options for your storage needs.
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Racking
Our durable Cantilever Racking solutions are perfect for storing long, bulky items like timber and pipes — with custom solutions for any industrial spaces.
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Racking
Efficiently store long & narrow items with our A-Frame Racking. Ideal for retail and industrial environments with customisable heavy-duty designs.
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Shelving
Our Long Span Shelving is a versatile storage solution — perfect for warehouses, workshops & retail spaces with customisable options.
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Mezzanine
Expand your storage space with Pigeon Hole & Mezzanine systems — custom-built, durable, and safe solutions for warehouses & industrial facilities.
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Racking
Store high density boxed stock with our Big Box Racking. High visibility and heavy-duty racking systems, perfect for industrial & retail environments.
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Shelving
Flexible & sturdy Gondola Shelving for any retail store, with highly customisable solutions for improved product visibility and space efficiency.
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Systems
Enhance efficiency with our Automated Systems — tailored solutions for fast, precise product handling in warehouses & industrial spaces.
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OEM Systems
Discover Emrack’s secure and efficient storage for heavy-duty applications with steel stillage and custom OEM racking systems.
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