How Threshold Seals Improve Workplace Health & Safety
A safe warehouse floor means fewer slips, trips and contamination incidents — and that starts at the door threshold. Gaps under doors can allow water, dust and pests to enter, creating hazards and jeopardising compliance with HSE regulations. In this article, we’ll detail how industrial threshold seals contribute to warehouse floor safety, helping you maintain a clean, compliant and efficient workplace. For the big-picture benefits, see our main guide Why Every Warehouse Should Install Threshold Seals.
1. Reducing Slip & Trip Hazards
Water Ingress Prevention
Surface water entering a warehouse can pool on smooth concrete, creating dangerous slip zones. A tightly-compressed EPDM seal blocks water up to 30 mm deep.
Level Transitions
Threshold seals bridge minor floor level changes, preventing forklift or pedestrian wheels from catching on abrupt rises.
Pro Tip: Combine seals with clearly marked floor-paint zones for optimum safety.
2. Controlling Dust & Contaminants
Fine-Particle Barrier
Gaps under doors act like vacuum inlets, drawing in airborne dust and fibres. Continuous rubber seals eliminate these entry points.
Pest Exclusion
Rodents and insects can squeeze through millimetre-wide gaps. An unbroken threshold seal keeps vermin out of your storage areas — critical for pharmaceuticals and food warehouses.
3. Chemical & Spill Containment
Secondary Containment
Small chemical or oil spills near the entrance are contained by the seal, preventing hazardous liquids from migrating into pedestrian or racking areas.
Easy Cleanup
Smooth aluminium bases resist staining and allow spill wash-down without undermining the seal integrity.
4. Compliance with HSE & Industry Standards
HSE Regulations
Under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, employers must “maintain safe access and egress” — threshold seals demonstrate proactive risk control.
ISO 9001 & BRC
For quality and food-safety standards, preventing cross-contamination is imperative. Threshold seals form a hygienic barrier that can withstand daily wash-downs.
Product Highlights: GaraDry® Commercial Threshold Seals
- Class D Load Rating for forklift and pallet-truck traffic.
- Replaceable EPDM Inserts for minimal lifecycle cost.
- Pre-Drilled Aluminium Base with stainless-steel fixings.
- 5-Year Warranty against manufacturing defects.
View product details: GaraDry® Commercial Threshold Seals
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Conclusion
Warehouse floor safety begins at the threshold. Investing in quality threshold seals not only prevents slip and trip incidents but also fortifies your facility against dust, pests and spills — helping you comply with HSE and industry regulations. For a tailored recommendation, contact a GaraDry® specialist today and secure your entrance with our proven Commercial Threshold Seals.