Category: Toolbox Talks

Falling objects can be tools, equipment, debris, or construction materials. Objects falling from above and striking people below cause some of the most serious industrial injuries and account for many fatalities every year. Let’s look at the problem of how…

With angle grinders, incidents can happen in the blink of an eye. It is important to be aware of the tool you are using, and the risks associated with them. Examples: A worker was using a hand-held grinder fitted with…

Millions of people are living with or will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lifetime. Research shows that 1 out of every 3 people in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer. Some environmental risk factors that…

March is National Ladder Safety Month Ladder Safety at Work Do you know how much ladder accidents are costing you? $17.1 billion spent on workplace falls from working at heights. Falls are in the top 3 most common disabling workplace…

Occupational health and safety regulations require workers to use a fall protection system: Where they could fall at 4 feet or more on a walking-working surface Where they could fall 10 feet or more to the ground or lower level…

It is critical to understand where electricity is located on a job site to avoid exposure to electrocution. In the Ground Before any digging, even with a shovel, utility locates are required. Some electrical lines are barely beneath the surface.…

Some of the most dangerous situations arise from common mistakes that can be easily avoided. Common Mistakes Lack of housekeeping: It may seem simple, but a messy or dirty work area makes for an unsafe work environment. Pallet banding lying…

Night work is difficult, especially with the visibility of pedestrians. Construction workers typically wear high visibility garments. Pedestrians rarely wear high-visibility garments, which can create increased risk at the job site during the night. Keeping the Public Safe Use physical…

Every worksite has hazards that come with the work being done. The leg is often the part of the body that takes most of the workload and therefore is susceptible to injury. In the leg there are some of the…

Combatting the Cold: Construction must carry on year-round, through low temperatures, high winds, dampness, and cold water, which can cause workers cold-related stress and rapid loss of heat. Temporary heating devices are important for allowing workers to work effectively and…