Toolbox Talks

Essential safety topics for workplace discussions. Short, focused presentations to keep your team informed and safe.

Stress and Fatigue Management for Shift Work

Stress and Fatigue Management for Shift Work Overview Stress and fatigue management for shift workers addresses the …

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Substance Abuse Awareness in the Workplace

Substance Abuse Awareness in the Workplace Overview Substance abuse awareness involves recognizing signs of alcohol or …

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Taking Responsibility for Safety: Personal Accountability

Taking Responsibility for Safety: Personal Accountability Overview Taking responsibility for safety means accepting …

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The Importance of Near-Miss Reporting: Proactive Safety

The Importance of Near-Miss Reporting: Proactive Safety Overview A near-miss is an unplanned event that did not result …

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Trenching and Excavation: Daily Inspections

Trenching and Excavation: Daily Inspections Overview Daily inspections of trenches and excavations identify changing …

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Utility Strikes: Call Before You Dig (811)

Utility Strikes: Call Before You Dig (811) Overview Contacting utility location services before digging prevents strikes …

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Working at Night or in Low Light Conditions

Working at Night or in Low Light Conditions Overview Night and low-light work conditions increase accident risks due to …

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Working Near Heavy Equipment in Excavations

Working Near Heavy Equipment in Excavations Overview Working near heavy equipment in excavations creates multiple …

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Working with Concrete Safely: Chemical and Physical Hazards

Working with Concrete Safely: Chemical and Physical Hazards Overview Working with concrete safely involves understanding …

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Working with Hazardous Energy Sources: Hydraulic and Pneumatic

Working with Hazardous Energy Sources: Hydraulic and Pneumatic Overview Hydraulic and pneumatic systems store tremendous …

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