Safety Assessment Introduction
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Site conducted
- Headquarters
- Hudson Rd. Manufacturing
- Hudson Rd. Warehouse
- Lakes Manufacturing
- Lakes Warehouse
- Reno Warehouse
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location of Assessment
Safety Assessment Overview
1. Daily Operations and Monitoring
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Are the AMRs operating without unexpected stops or errors?
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Are there any areas where AMRs frequently encounter obstacles?
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Do the AMRs consistently avoid collisions with equipment or personnel?
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Are audio/visual alerts functioning effectively to warn nearby employees?
2. Employee Interaction
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Are employees aware of AMR paths and safety zones?
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Do employees know how to report safety concerns related to AMRs?
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Are employees avoiding unsafe interactions, such as stepping in front of AMRs or manually redirecting them without proper procedures?
3a. Incident Reporting – Based on feedback regarding AMRs colliding into Team Members
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Task(s) AMR was performing during the incident: (e.g., transporting goods, idle, navigating)
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Employee's activity during the collision
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Was the area(s) marked as a shared space or AMR-exclusive zone?
- Yes
- No
- N/A
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Was the area well-lit?
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Were there any environmental factors (e.g., debris, clutter, slippery floors) that contributed to the incident?
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Was there heavy traffic (pedestrian or equipment) in the area?
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Did the AMR detect the employee(s) before the collision?
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Was the AMR operating at an appropriate speed for the area?
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Were the AMR's audio/visual alerts (e.g., beeping, flashing lights) functioning properly?
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Did the AMR attempt to stop or change course?
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Was the employee(s) aware of the AMR's presence?
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Did the employee(s) hear or see the AMR's alerts?
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Was the employee(s) following the designated walkway or safety procedures?
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Did the employee(s) attempt to interact with or redirect the AMR manually?
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Were designated AMR pathways and pedestrian zones clearly marked?
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Was the area's traffic pattern (e.g., AMR/pedestrian flow) beneficial to safe operation?
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Has the employee received training on AMR safety protocols?
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Was the AMR operating in a restricted area where it should not have been?
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Was this a one-time occurrence or a recurring issue?
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Is there a trend in similar collisions or incidents involving AMRs?
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Are there specific locations in the facility where collisions are more frequent?
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Are there software/hardware malfunctions contributing to the issue?
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Was the AMR removed from service for inspection?
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Was the area temporarily restricted to prevent further incidents?
3b. Incident Corrective Actions
Immediate Actions Taken:
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Was the AMR removed from service for inspection?
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Was the area temporarily restricted to prevent further incidents?
Short-Term Actions Taken:
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Was the AMR speed or route programming adjusted?
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Was the audio/visual alert systems improved?
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Was employee training reinforced on AMR awareness and safety protocols?
Long-Term Actions:
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Will there be a redesign of traffic flow or facility layout to better separate AMRs and employees?
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Will signage and floor markings to indicate AMR zones be upgraded?
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Will routine safety inspections of AMR sensors and navigation systems be scheduled?
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Will there be exploration of software or hardware upgrades to enhance AMR obstacle detection.
4. Maintenance and Inspections
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Are the AMRs undergoing routine maintenance as per manufacturer recommendations?
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Are all sensors (e.g., LIDAR, cameras) functioning correctly?
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Is the AMR software up to date with the latest safety patches?
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Are batteries charging safely, and are charging stations in good condition?
5. Facility and Operational Environment
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Are AMR routes clearly marked and free from obstructions?
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Are high-traffic areas managed effectively to prevent congestion or collisions?
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Are environmental factors (e.g., lighting, flooring) suitable for AMR operation?
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Have recent changes in facility layout or operations been communicated to AMR systems?
6. Emergency Preparedness
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Are emergency stop buttons accessible and functioning on all AMRs?
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Do employees know how to use emergency stop features in case of malfunction?
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Are procedures in place to safely remove malfunctioning AMRs from service?
7. System Integration and Performance
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Is management receiving timely alerts or data about AMR activity?
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Are performance logs being analyzed to identify areas for improvement?
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Are AMRs integrating smoothly with other equipment or systems (e.g., warehouse management systems)?
8. Training and Continuous Improvement
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Have all employees working near AMRs completed safety training?
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Are new hires being trained on AMR safety procedures?
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Are employee suggestions for improving AMR safety collected and reviewed?
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Has the facility conducted a recent risk assessment specific to AMRs?
9. Long-Term Planning
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Are current safety measures sufficient to handle potential fleet expansions?
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Are there plans for regular reviews and updates to AMR safety protocols?
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Are the AMRs' performance and safety features evaluated for long-term sustainability?
10. Sign Off Section
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Name
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Title and Role
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Signature
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