Howmet Winsted Machining Overview
Donna Kelley/Ben Brown
Howmet Winstead Machining has two open docks that receiving/shipping carriers can use. The rules-in-use document must be reviewed before loading/unloading at any dock. All drivers must sign in and acknowledge the dock safety rules.
Access onto any flatbed and/or trailer over 2 feet is allowed if side rails are in place. If you need to access a flatbed and/or trailer, please contact the location dock personnel for assistance.
Shipping/Receiving
Equipment types allowed:
All
Commodities:
Titanium sheets
Special requirements:
Shirt with sleeves, high-visibility vest and safety glasses are required. Open-toed shoes are prohibited.
Operation days of week:
Monday to Sunday
Hours:
6:30 AM to 11:00 PM
Appointments required:
No
Contact:
Donna Kelley/Ben Brown
Contact phone:
860-738-5430/860-738-5564
Contact email:
Equipment types allowed:
All
Commodities:
Titanium sheets
Special requirements:
Shirt with sleeves, high-visibility vest and safety glasses are required. Open-toed shoes are prohibited.
Operation days of week:
Monday to Sunday
Hours:
6:30 AM to 11:00 PM
Appointments required:
No
Contact:
Donna Kelley/Ben Brown
Contact phone:
860-738-5430/860-738-5564
Contact email:
Driver Safety Equipment
Required – Howmet Aerospace Provides | Required – Driver Provides | Not Required at Location |
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 Safety glasses |
Safety glasses with side shields |
 Hard hat |
Hard hat with chin strap |
Long pants |
 Shirts with sleeves |
Long sleeves |
 Hearing protection |
 Closed-toed shoes |
Steel-toed shoes |
Metatarsal boots |
 Neon safety vest |
 Full-body harness |
Fall Protection
Stationary platform – driver back in
Stationary platform – driver pulls through
Movable platforms (manual)
Movable platforms (electric or pneumatic)
Overhead trolley beam with harness system
Netting that attaches to truck
Air bags or foam pads positioned next to truck
Guardrails placed on side of truck
Safety curtains at open dock doors
Load securement/tarp assistance
Blocking and Bracing
Material provided by?
Driver
Tools provided by?
Driver
Performed by?
Driver
Assists flatbed drivers with tarping of freight?
No
Driver Amenities
Access to employee restroom
Access to portable toilet
Drinking water
Waiting area – heated and air-conditioned
Waiting area – heated only
Waiting area – air-conditioned only
Waiting area – no climate control
Telephone
Pay Telephone
Overnight parking
Vending machines
Cafeteria
CB communication with guards or dock
Scale in required?
Scale out required?
Axle weights provided to driver?
No
Non-driving passengers allowed in plant?
Do passengers have access to facilities?
Are pets allowed on plant site?
No
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