Free Webinar
Warehouse Safety Mistakes

Damotech
Damotech
Damotech

Lessons from 35 Years of Inspections

ABOUT THE WEBINAR

Daily operational pressures, limited training, evolving storage needs, and tight budgets often prompt teams to adopt solutions that seem practical and efficient in the moment. A beam is moved to fit a new load. A replacement part that “looks the same” is installed. A damaged upright is temporarily repaired to keep operations running smoothly.  

While these decisions are often made with good intentions, they can inadvertently introduce significant safety, compliance, and structural risks. 

What You’ll Learn  

  • Why well-intentioned fixes often lead to unsafe conditions
  • Common mistakes uncovered during professional rack inspections 
  • How rack reconfigurations and component compatibility affect load capacity
  • What safety standards require—and what operators are responsible for 
  • How to replace unsafe workarounds with compliant, long-term solutions 

Date: February 3, 2026 

Time: 12 PM (Eastern Time) 

Format: Live online (Zoom)

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Please fill out the form to register. A link to the recording will be sent to you after the event.

Learn more about this webinar

After more than 35 years of inspecting pallet racking systems across North America, one reality stands out: most warehouses don’t intend to operate unsafely—yet many unknowingly do. 

In this webinar, Charles Carbonneau, structural engineer and head of Damotech’s engineering team, shares the most revealing lessons learned from three decades of real-world rack inspections. Drawing from thousands of facilities and countless inspection reports, he will explain why “good enough” fixes so often conflict with safety standards and how seemingly minor decisions can have significant consequences. 

You will gain a clearer understanding of how pallet racking systems behave under load, why mixing components or reconfiguring racks without engineering oversight is dangerous, and how overlooked damage can escalate into compliance issues or rack failures. Real inspection findings will be used to illustrate how and where warehouses commonly go wrong. 

Most importantly, this session will help you recognize the early warning signs of unsafe practices in your own facility and provide practical guidance on what to do instead. You’ll leave with a stronger understanding of applicable standards, clearer inspection priorities, and actionable steps to reduce risk while maintaining operational efficiency.

This webinar is designed for:

  • Warehouse Managers 
  • Safety Officers & EHS Professionals 
  • Operations & Facilities Directors
  • Facility Maintenance Professionals 
  • Logistics & 3PL Operators

FAQ

Will the webinar be recorded?

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Yes, all registrants will receive a recording after the event. 

Is there a cost to attend?

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No, the webinar is free to attend.

Who is Damotech?

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Damotech specializes in warehouse rack safety solutions, offering repair kits and engineering services across North America.

Do I need any technical knowledge to benefit from this webinar?

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Not at all. The content is designed for technical and non-technical operations, safety, and warehouse management professionals.

Can I share the recording or materials with my team?

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Absolutely. We encourage you to share the recording and resources with colleagues who would benefit from improving rack maintenance practices.

What industries is this most relevant for? 

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This webinar is ideal for distribution centers, cold storage facilities, logistics providers, manufacturing plants, and warehouse-based operations.

Speaker

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Charles Carbonneau

Chief Engineer at Damotech

Charles is a structural engineer (Ph.D.) with over 25 years of experience in structural dynamics. He is renowned for the depth of his knowledge about racking systems and his dedication to finding innovative rack safety solutions. 

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