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Material Handling Equipment & Warehousing Expert Witness
Review Fee $125/hrDeposition Fee $150/hrCourt Fee $150/hrThis expert has been working with Material Handling Equipment for nearly 40 years. He began his career at Brodie, Inc., which offers a complete line of material handling, industrial and warehousing equipment. He then worked for Clarklift of St. Louis, conducting safety training and service training classes for the use of machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks. Prior to retirement this expert was the Manager of Facilities, Distribution and Manufacturing at Schnucks Markets, Inc. He supervised and managed between 13-25 employees and manages a fleet of over 250 pieces of material handling equipment and all inventory and related equipment. Currently he is working for a new start up operation at a 1 million square foot warehouse operation. He has undergone multiple continuing education classes, such as the Train the Trainer Program for material handling equipment and High Lift certification class, and he is actively involved in training others on how to properly utilize material handling equipment.
Owner, A consulting services company in MO
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bethany Bible College
O'Fallon,
Missouri
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What Can a Material Handling Expert Witness Opine On?
Receiving
Inspecting and accepting incoming materials.
Storage
Organizing materials in designated locations.
Picking
Selecting items for orders or production.
Packing
Preparing items for shipment or storage.
Shipping
Distributing materials to customers or sites.
Inventory Management
Tracking and controlling material stock levels.
FAQs for Material Handling Expert Witnesses
What is the role of a material handling expert witness?
A material handling expert witness is a specialized engineer who evaluates equipment, systems, and safety practices in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, inspecting sites, clarifying technical issues, and testifying in court.
What types of cases can benefit from the insights of a material handling expert witness?
Material handling expert witnesses support cases involving warehouse accidents, conveyor and forklift injuries, OSHA safety violations, equipment failures, logistics negligence, and industrial design defects.
How can a material handling expert witness evaluate compliance with applicable safety standards?
A material handling expert witness evaluates compliance with applicable safety standards by reviewing equipment design, procedures, training, incident data, and on-site practices against OSHA and industry codes.
What specific qualifications should counsel seek in a material handling expert witness?
Counsel should seek a material handling expert witness with engineering or safety credentials, industry experience, standards knowledge (OSHA/ANSI), and proven testimony experience.
How does a material handling expert witness assess the adequacy of equipment selection and layout?
A material handling expert witness evaluates equipment selection and layout by comparing them to industry standards, safety codes, load requirements, workflow efficiency, and manufacturer guidelines.
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