While essential to many businesses, walk-in coolers and freezers pose the risk of injuring employees. Therefore, necessary precautions must be taken to avoid accidents like slips or falls.
Here are some tips from a commercial air conditioning and refrigeration company that can aid you and your staff when using walk-in coolers and freezers.
Check safety releases regularly. Most of today’s walk-in coolers and freezers come with safety releases on the doors to prevent accidental entrapment. People who get locked inside the equipment are at risk of hypothermia since the temperatures can be below freezing. Make sure to check these releases regularly to make sure they’re functioning properly. Another great idea is to practice the buddy system whenever someone enters the walk-in freezer just to be safe.
Clean your unit regularly. Mold or fungus buildup is less likely to occur in clean walk-in refrigeration systems. Keep in mind that mold not only smells and looks bad, but it can also be harmful to the health and even cause respiratory problems. Moreover, these microorganisms can also ruin the contents of your unit. In addition to regular cleaning, make sure to have your refrigeration system serviced regularly. At Cool Zone Air Conditioning & Heating, you can count on us for your commercial refrigeration and air conditioning repair needs.
Keep your walk-in freezer or cooler dry.
Ice and frost can melt, causing puddles. Avoid accidental slips and falls by keeping everything dry. Scrape away ice buildup and use floor squeegees to guide excess water to walk-in drains. It would also help to wear rubber-soled shoes that help prevent slips and falls.
These are simple yet effective measures to help ensure the safety of you and your employees when working around your unit. If you’re looking for a company to install commercial air conditioning and refrigeration systems, turn to Cool Zone Air Conditioning & Heating. Call us at (623) 777-3881 or fill out our contact form to request an appointment.
