Cold Storage
Safe, Efficient Access Solutions for Temperature-Controlled Storage Operations
Improving Safety, Efficiency, and Compliance in Cold Storage Operations
SafeRack provides cold storage solutions designed to enhance safety, streamline workflows, and ensure compliance in cold storage warehousing environments. Whether you operate a cold storage facility or a cold warehouse storage operation, our team delivers more than just high-quality safety products—we offer expertise in site safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.
Our approach starts with on-site safety assessments and site surveys to evaluate risks, ensure compliance, and optimize workflow efficiency. We collaborate with facility managers to integrate custom access solutions, including work platforms, access systems, and loading equipment, tailored for the challenges of cold environments.
Beyond equipment design and installation, SafeRack provides regulatory compliance consultation to ensure cold storage facilities align with OSHA, MSHA, ANSI, SPCC, and industry standards. We work with operations teams to improve workflow efficiency, helping facilities increase throughput while maintaining safety in low-temperature environments. Our preventative maintenance programs track installations, offer routine inspections, and provide maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan. With technical expertise in integrating work platforms, safe access, and fall protection systems, we ensure seamless compatibility with existing infrastructure.
By working with SafeRack early in your project, you gain a full-service partner that enhances safety, maximizes efficiency, and ensures long-term compliance in cold storage warehousing operations.
- Slip & Fall Hazards – Condensation and ice increase the risk of slips, trips, and falls in cold storage areas.
- Temperature-Resistant Equipment Needs – Durable materials built to withstand extreme cold without cracking or degrading.
- Safe Loading & Unloading – Frequent dock access and truck loading require reliable fall protection and slip-resistant surfaces.
- Worker Fatigue & PPE Challenges – Ergonomic access solutions reduce strain for workers in subzero temperatures wearing heavy PPE.
- Regulatory Compliance – Solutions designed to meet OSHA, FDA, and USDA standards for food and pharmaceutical storage.
- Condensation & Ice Management – Proper drainage and slip-resistant coatings help mitigate moisture buildup, reducing hazards in cold storage environments.
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Enhancing Workplace Safety with Reliable, Compliant Access Systems
Safety and Access Solutions for Cold Storage Facilities
ErectaStep Modular Access Platforms
Safe and Slip-Resistant Access in Extreme Cold
ErectaStep’s modular access platforms provide safe, slip-resistant access for workers navigating cold storage environments. Designed to withstand extreme temperatures and resist ice buildup, these platforms help prevent slips, trips, and falls, even in the harshest conditions. The modular, bolt-together design allows for quick installation without welding, making it easy to configure platforms to meet your facility’s specific access needs.
With non-slip surfaces and corrosion-resistant materials, ErectaStep platforms maintain long-term durability and safety. Whether providing access over pipes, conveyors, or cold storage units, these platforms ensure workers can move safely and efficiently.
- Modular design for quick installation and easy reconfiguration
- Slip-resistant surfaces to prevent falls in icy or wet conditions
- Temperature-resistant materials that withstand extreme cold without degrading
YellowGate Adjustable Safety Gates
Flexible Fall Protection for Cold Storage Work Areas
The YellowGate adjustable safety gate helps prevent falls in high-risk areas throughout cold storage facilities. Its self-closing design automatically returns the gate to a closed position, ensuring consistent fall protection even when workers are focused on the task at hand. Built from durable, corrosion-resistant materials, YellowGate performs reliably even in subzero temperatures.
With an adjustable width from 16” to 36”, YellowGate can be installed on platforms, ladders, stairways, and mezzanines, making it an ideal fall protection solution for a wide range of cold storage applications. Its tool-free adjustment allows for quick and easy field installation.
- Corrosion-resistant construction for long-lasting durability in cold environments
- Self-closing design for consistent fall protection
- Adjustable width for versatile applications
SafeRack Spill Containment Solutions
Cold-Resistant Containment for Hazardous Spills
In cold storage facilities, the risk of chemical leaks and hazardous spills can be heightened by extreme temperatures. SafeRack’s spill containment pans and berms are designed to withstand freezing conditions without cracking or degrading, ensuring spills are effectively contained regardless of the environment.
These cold-resistant containment solutions help facilities comply with OSHA and EPA regulations, while also protecting workers and the environment. From chemical storage areas to loading docks, SafeRack’s spill containment systems provide reliable protection where it’s needed most.
- Easy-to-clean designs for quick maintenance and spill response
- Cold-resistant materials to prevent cracking and leaks in subzero temperatures
- OSHA and EPA-compliant for workplace and environmental safety
Dock Safety & Loading Platforms
Efficient and Safe Loading in Cold Storage Environments
SafeRack’s dock safety and loading platforms improve the efficiency and safety of loading and unloading refrigerated goods. Designed to handle heavy traffic and extreme cold, these platforms offer a stable, slip-resistant surface for workers, reducing the risk of accidents during loading operations.
With features like integrated fall protection, handrails, and non-slip grating, these platforms help workers maintain footing even when condensation or ice is present. The result is faster, safer, and more efficient loading for cold storage facilities.
- Durable construction to withstand heavy traffic and extreme cold
- Slip-resistant surfaces to reduce fall risks in icy conditions
- Integrated fall protection to keep workers safe during loading
Products
Loading Dock Stairs
Prefabricated IBC, ADA, or OSHA Aluminum Loading Dock Steps that bolt together in about an hour.
Portable Stairs
Portable galvanized steel stairs provide a fast, easy solution for your temporary or permanent steel stair needs.
Roof Access and Rooftop Stairs
Roof access stairs and non-penetrating rooftop crossovers for inspections, equipment maintenance, servicing, and emergency egress
Crossover Stairs
Crossover Stairs
Ramps
Forklift and Yard Loading Ramps for warehouse docks, trucks & railcars
Rolling Ladder
The Tilt and Roll Rolling Ladders are designed with ample room to complete any task efficiently.
Mobile Work Platforms
The MP Series is a highly mobile work platform designed to bring the workspace and stability of a fixed platform to a rolling stair mobile unit.
Safety Gates
Industrial safety swing gates, facility guardrails, mezzanine gates and barriers gates.
Wire Partitions & Cages
With a designated, secure area to store tools and equipment, you can mitigate theft and track/control tools and equipment.
Bollards and Bumper Posts
The Bollards and Bumper Posts provide durable protection, custom sizes, and easy-to-install covers for enhanced facility safety.
Guardrail Systems
Guardrail Systems from SafeRack, the leader in fall protection, bulk loading, and truck, railcar, and vehicle access.
Cabinets & Workstations
Storage Cabinets, Workstations, Lockers and Job Site Box Solutions
Frequently Asked Questions
SafeRack offers OSHA-compliant safety solutions specifically designed for cold storage environments, including slip-resistant platforms, fall protection systems, and safety gates. Our products help mitigate risks such as slips, falls, and exposure to extreme temperatures, ensuring workers remain safe while maintaining operational efficiency.
Yes. SafeRack’s ErectaStep modular access platforms and gangways are made from temperature-resistant materials that can withstand subzero environments without cracking or degrading. They also feature slip-resistant surfaces to minimize fall risks caused by ice and condensation.
Absolutely. SafeRack’s spill containment pans and berms are constructed from cold-resistant materials that remain durable in freezing temperatures. These solutions help prevent chemical spills and leaks, ensuring your facility complies with OSHA and EPA regulations.
YellowGate safety gates offer adjustable, self-closing fall protection for elevated work areas, platforms, and mezzanines. Built with corrosion-resistant materials, they function reliably even in extreme cold, helping prevent falls and improving worker safety in slippery or high-risk areas.
Yes. SafeRack works closely with your team to provide custom-configured access platforms, gangways, and fall protection systems that meet the specific needs of your cold storage facility. Our solutions ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations while addressing challenges like extreme temperatures and condensation-related hazards.
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