SafeRack Operator Shelter

Industrial Operator Shelters for Loading Terminals

In the demanding environments of bulk material handling, exposure to the elements is a constant threat to both safety and efficiency. SafeRack operator shelters are designed to protect workers in harsh environments and weather conditions. Our equipment is durable and provides lasting shelter for railcar and truck loading operations. 

What Is a Loading Platform Operator Shelter?

A SafeRack loading platform operator shelter is a prefabricated structure created to protect workers from hazardous conditions. They can be installed on a gangway, loading rack, or wherever it is necessary. It can shield employees from risks such as extreme heat, cold, rain, and falling debris while transferring materials. Our units are endlessly customizable, and far stronger than stick-built structures or aluminum alteneratives. SafeRack operator shelters can be essential in complying with OSHA standards and continuing efficiency in unideal conditions. 

When Do You Need an Operator Shelter?

When you need an operator shelter changes based on your facility. Weather conditions and the elements are ever-present issues for loading terminals across all industries. In fiscal year 2021-2022, transportation and warehousing accounted for 22% of the 5,770 heat-related days away, restricted, or transferred (DART) cases. 

High temperatures are not the only type of threat to workers’ health and safety. Cold environments are a pressing concern, with 540 DART injuries and illnesses from exposure. A few types of injury and illness that an operator shelter can reduce or remove the risk of include:

• Heat stroke
• Heat exhaustion
• Hypothermia
• Hyperthermia
• Fatigue from high temperatures 
• Frostbite
• Trench foot
• Chilblains

Why You Should Choose a SafeRack Operator Shelter 

SafeRack’s loading terminal operator shelters can maintain operations in severe weather. Our approach has many advantages for your operations no matter the conditions you face, such as:

• All-Weather Protection: SafeRack equipment shields your operators from rain, snow, wind, and extreme heat. By providing a dedicated “cool down” or “warm up” zone, you significantly protect loading terminal workers from environmental stressors, reducing fatigue and preventing weather-related illnesses.​
• Enhanced Visibility: Strategic window placement ensures operators maintain a clear line of sight to the vehicle and loading arm, crucial for preventing accidents and spills.
• OSHA Compliant. Our design complies with all OSHA regulations regarding maintaining operations in hostile environments. SafeRack units can be a necessary refuge that reduces the risk of overexertion, temperature-related fatigue, or 
• Durable Build. We use a durable, all-steel design that creates a long-lasting structure that withstands years of harsh weather. 
• Customizable Comfort: SafeRack’s units are fully customizable to meet your specific safety needs. Options include HVAC units, bench seating, desk space, and impact-resistant windows, sound-deadening insulation, and specialized electrical components for hazardous locations.
• Low-Impact Design: SafeRack operator shelters integrate seamlessly with our G4 Gangways and safety cages, creating a holistic safety system. Whether you are retrofitting an aging terminal or designing a new facility, our team ensures your shelter fits perfectly without obstructing workflow or creating new hazards.​

SafeRack: Your Turnkey Safety Partner

SafeRack’s assistance does not end at the manufacturing or delivery of your loading platform operator shelter. We are a turnkey operation that can partner with you at every step of the process. Contact us today so we can learn the challenges you face in your facility, provide potential operator shelter configurations, design and install a unit to match your worksite, conduct training, and meet ongoing maintenance requirements.