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Spacing and clearance requirements for pallet racking<\/a><\/strong> are important safety considerations that can help prevent accidents and injuries. Some common spacing and clearance requirements include:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Vertical clearance<\/strong>: There should be adequate vertical clearance between the top of the stored goods and the bottom of any overhead obstructions, such as lights or sprinkler heads. This clearance must be maintained at all times, including during the loading and unloading of goods.
\n\u2022 Horizontal clearance<\/strong>:There should be sufficient horizontal clearance between adjacent pallets, between the pallets and the upright frames, and between the pallets and any obstructions such as walls or columns. This clearance helps prevent damage to the pallets and the racking system and allows for safe access by forklifts or other equipment.
\n\u2022 Aisle width<\/strong>: The width of the aisles between the pallet racks should be sufficient to allow for safe and efficient movement of forklifts or other equipment. The width of the aisle will depend on the size of the equipment being used, the width of the pallets, and any other obstructions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Spacing and clearance requirements for pallet racking are important safety considerations that can help prevent accidents and injuries. Some common spacing and clearance requirements include: \u2022 Vertical clearance: There should be adequate vertical clearance between the top of the stored goods and the bottom of any overhead obstructions, such as lights or sprinkler heads. 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