Category: Toolbox Talks

Rebar/ Impalement Protection Steel reinforcing bars—rebar—are a common safety hazard on construction sites. These steel bars can cut, scratch, pierce, and impale workers, which can result in serious internal injuries or even death. To eliminate the hazard of impalement, rebar…

It seems logical that a roll of electrical tape could be used to safely repair a frayed or damaged flexible electrical cord, or to splice two pieces of a flexible electrical cord back together; I mean it’s called electrical tape,…

Truckers, delivery drivers, farmers, firefighters, and workers that drive or ride in large commercial trucks and vans, farm equipment, and fire apparatus get injured when they enter and exit vehicles unsafely. Due to inattention, speed, and rushing in an emergency,…

Refueling is a common task performed at many job sites. It’s often performed without much thought to the possible dangers it poses. Gasoline fuel is a volatile, flammable liquid that is colorless and has a distinctive odor that provides a…

Everyone faces crisis or tragedy at least once, or maybe several times in their lives.  As such, there is an increase in despair.  As the months tick by, it is easier and easier to fall into a rut of emotional…

General: Before use, inspect for physical defects. Ladders are not to be painted except for numbering purposes. Do not use ladders for skids, braces, workbenches, or any purpose other than climbing. When ascending or descending a ladder, do not carry…

An arc flash is a high-voltage electric short circuit that leaves its intended path and travels through the air from one conductor to another (or to the ground). The electrical explosion caused by the event can reach temperatures as high…

Working under cold conditions can lead to injuries or health effects, collectively known as cold stress. Construction workers may experience cold stress when working: Outdoors on a cold day. In a refrigerated room. In an unheated building. In cold water,…

One of the main causes of workplace injuries is poor housekeeping practices. Workplace housekeeping includes activities that create or maintain a clean, tidy, orderly, safe workplace. When we keep the workplace and worksites free of clutter and clean, we can…

Proper storage of materials on pallets is crucial to prevent accidents, injuries, and property damage in the workplace. Here are several safety tips for safely storing materials on pallets: Inspect Pallets: Before loading a pallet, inspect it for damage such…