Pictured above: Palletforce's central distribution Hub in
Burton-upon-Trent
Palletforce, the UK's leading palletised distribution network,
is celebrating after retaining their prestigious gold RoSPA award
for a second year.
The member-owned network became the first in its sector to
achieve the gold award from The Royal Society for the Prevention of
Accidents last year.
Palletforce, which has been at the forefront of a series of
industry innovations, has now been given the award for a second
year for its continued dedication to health and safety in the
workplace.
"We are very pleased to have achieved this award for the second
year running as it reflects our commitment to good practice and
providing a safe and secure working environment," said Health,
Safety, Quality and Facilities Manager Ryan Birchnall.
Michael Conroy, Chief Executive of Palletforce, said: "We work
in a potentially very hazardous environment, whether you're on the
road or in our central hub, so health and safety is of the utmost
importance to us.
"At Palletforce we work hard to be the best in every area of our
operations and it is fantastic to have that dedication recognised
by a prestigious organisation like RoSPA.
"I would like to thank and congratulate everyone who has helped
to achieve this award for the second time."
There are three levels of RoSPA awards - bronze, silver and
gold.
To achieve the gold standard Palletforce had to demonstrate high
standards of occupational health and safety including overarching
health and safety management systems, strong leadership and
workplace involvement.
Over the last 12 months Palletforce has invested resources into
remaining sector leaders for good practice and health and safety,
including £1m in a new fleet of 'super' forklift trucks with
specialist scanning and axle weighing technology and has
established its own forklift truck training academy.
David Rawlins, RoSPA's awards manager, said: "RoSPA firmly
believes that organisations that have demonstrated their commitment
to continuous improvement in accident and ill health prevention
deserve recognition.
"Palletforce has shown that it is committed to striving for such
continuous improvement and we are delighted to honour it through
the presentation of an award."
Palletforce will receive their award during a ceremony at the
Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel, at the National Exhibition
Centre, in May.