Toolbox Talks
Toolbox Talks safety briefings are an easy and efficient way to keep your construction worker employees safe.
What are Toolbox Talks?
These brief meetings offer an opportunity for team members to learn about potential hazards and preventive measures, as well as a chance for the employer to review safety regulations. They are a great way to ensure that everyone is aware of the safety protocols that must be adhered to in order to prevent accidents and injuries on the job site.
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Backing up Trucks and Equipment Safely
Date Posted: 04/21/2020
The national Safety Council states, that one out of four accidents occur because of bad backing up techniques and procedures. The report also states backing-up accidents account for 500 deaths and 1,500 injuries each year. (2014 study)
Driver Safe Work Zone
Date Posted: 09/18/2016
Unexpected traffic delays can be avoided by following specific guidelines at the Traffic Control Zone.
Flagger Orientation
Date Posted: 09/13/2016
(MUTCD Signaling & Flaggers 296-155-305 Part E)
Flaggers are to be used only when other means are not adequate to control traffic. All workers are required to have a jobsite orientation. This requirement also applies to flaggers who are working on the jobsite and any workers who will perform flagger duties. Please use MUTCD for specific requirements.
Flagging at Night
Date Posted: 09/12/2016
Night work flaggers are faced with more challenging and dangerous situations than flaggers working during daylight hours. Nighttime drivers are more inattentive due to driver fatigue from the completion of the day. It is important for flaggers to remain alert and watch traffic approaching from both directions.
Working Around Traffic
Date Posted: 08/14/2016
Working around traffic, we often think of only the flagger. However, the flagger is not the only one affected by traffic. Many times work zones are located within 2 to 3 feet of live traffic. If a flagger is present, they may be able to give warning of approaching hazards, but if no flaggers are used, then everyone on-site must stay alert.