User guide for steel storage racks

Designation Number:
A344-17
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Domestic
Standard Development Activity:
Reaffirmation
ICS code(s):
91.060.40
91.100.10
Status:
NOI withdrawn
SDO Comment Period Start Date:
SDO Comment Period End Date:
Posted On:

Scope:

Note: This NOI was withdrawn by the responsible SDO on February 10, 2022.

This guide applies primarily to selective pallet racks, although the principles may be used when purchasing and using other types of racks, such as double-deep, push-back, drive-in and drive-through racks, cantilever racks, portable racks, rack-supported buildings, and stacker racks. It is intended for persons who create specifications for, purchase, and use steel storage racks.

Project need:

To propose a reaffirmation for A344, User guide for steel storage racks. In referencing this guide, the users of steel storage racks will become aware of the considerations required to ensure that their rack installation meets the conditions of the work environment and user expectations. This guide, used in conjunction with CSA B335, establishes the requirements for a safe environment where steel storage racks and lift trucks are the primary equipment of the workplace. The typical workplaces affected by these documents are warehouses and distribution centers. Following the withdrawal of CSA A344.2, and its subsequent incorporation into CSA S16, this Guide has been designed as a stand-alone document. The contents of this new guide have been expanded from the contents of A344.1 and are linked with both CSA S16 and CSA B335.

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