Is Non-Conforming Pallet Racking Unsafe?
Due to the versatile nature of pallet racking, it is impossible to say that all non-conforming pallet racking is unsafe. There are many non-conforming installations in use in Australia today – some of which are safe while used in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines and maintained on a regular basis. Maintenance on the racking should include inspection for: impact damage, damage from overloading, incorrect load placement, plumb of uprights, incorrect beam levels, and so on. Although some non-conforming racks could be considered safe, they should be replaced as soon as practicable. With that said, all imported and “counterfeit” brands of pallet racking will be automatically considered as “Non-conforming and Unsafe” installations.
