Loading docks are the behind-the-scenes settings for essential operations of businesses everywhere. They are, by no means, exempt from their fair share of accidents and injuries. Twenty-five percent of all industrial accidents occur at the loading dock. And for each accident that occurs, there are about 600 near-misses. Loading docks are flooded with potential danger, and without the proper training, procedures, equipment, and maintenance they are liable to deliver disaster at every turn.

What is the best defense against such a threat? Knowledge. Since January 1st, 2017, 14 people have been injured from loading dock accidents, nine of which were fatalities.