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09 Jun

Posted at 08:55h in Safety Manual, Safety Meeting Topics, Safety Topics, Tailgate Safety Meetings, Toolbox Talks, Toolbox Topics
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Warming Up Introduction: “Construction is an athletic event” The importance of being warmed up prior to starting construction work (or any work involving heavy lifting) is just like getting ready for a sporting event. Stretching is a means to avoid the most common body sprain/strain injuries. Stretching before lifting is especially helpful to avoid back injuries. According to safety experts, over half of all workers’ compensation claims and costs were due to sprain/strains. Guide for Discussion Overexertion effects: Backs;  Trunks (Waist, Hips); Knees; Shoulders, Arms and Elbows The hardest injury to live with is a back injury; once you are injured expect repeat injuries. One...

09 Jun

Posted at 08:01h in OSHA, OSHA Safety, OSHA Training, Safety, Safety Manual, Safety Talk, Safety Toolbox Talks, Safety Toolbox Topics, Safety Topics, Tailgate Safety, Tool Box Talk, Toolbox Talk Topics, Toolbox Talks, Toolbox Topics
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Inspect Your Slings Inspecting your synthetic web slings prior to use is one of the easiest ways to prevent a serious accident from occurring. By adhering to the following suggestions, you can spot potential problems before you find yourself, literally, over your head in trouble. Inspect your equipment before, during and after use. This increases your chance of catching a defective sling before anyone uses it. What do you look for when you inspect a sling? Look for obvious abnormalities in the integrity of the material. Run your hands along the fabric and feel for irregularity such as tears, holes, snags and frayed...

08 Jun

Posted at 08:56h in OSHA, OSHA Safety, OSHA Training, Safety, Safety Manual, Safety Talk, Safety Toolbox Talks, Safety Toolbox Topics, Safety Topics, Tailgate Safety, Tool Box Talk, Toolbox Talk Topics, Toolbox Talks, Toolbox Topics
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Mobile Cranes Mobile cranes are responsible for the most accidents, injuries, and fatalities of all of the crane types. Be aware of the hazards if you operate or work around mobile cranes. Get proper training on crane operation and load preparation and securing. Wear hard hats, safety boots, and high visibility clothing when operating or working around cranes. Falling loads from mobile cranes pose a severe hazard to operators and nearby workers. Never exceed the load capacity of the mobile crane. If you are unsure about the load size and weight, calculate the weight to ensure that it meets your crane’s capacity....

07 Jun

Posted at 14:03h in Safety Manual, Safety Meeting Topics, Safety Topics, Tailgate Safety Meetings, Toolbox Talks, Toolbox Topics
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Accident/Incident Reporting Instructor Note: Before you start to talk, determine who the accident or incident information should be reported to (don’t forget the company Safety Committee) and who will fill out the Injury Report in the company office. The following points should be covered in discussing the importance of reporting and investigating accidents, incidents or near miss accidents: Guide for Discussion Always report any accidents or near misses to Employer. Any injuries needing first aid or medical attention should be reported to Employer. What employees do in the case of an emergency (first aid and calling for an ambulance)? Where is the nearest hospital? What is the...

07 Jun

Posted at 13:43h in General Safety, OSHA, OSHA Safety, OSHA Training, Safety, Safety Manual, Safety Talk, Safety Toolbox Talks, Safety Toolbox Topics, Safety Topics, Tailgate Safety, Tool Box Talk, Toolbox Talk Topics, Toolbox Talks, Toolbox Topics
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Office Safety Practices It is amazing how many people who work in offices take safety for granted. Most people think of a construction site or factory when they think of safety. Well, that's not the way it should be. Granted, construction sites and factories are potentially extremely dangerous; but offices can be too, especially when no one considers office safety. Let's review some of the situations that increase exposure to injury and what we can do about them. Avoid walking and reading at the same time. If it is important enough to read, then stop and read it. Never leave file cabinets...

06 Jun

Posted at 10:39h in Safety Manual, Safety Meeting Topics, Safety Topics, Tailgate Safety Meetings, Toolbox Talks, Toolbox Topics
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Trash Chutes Trash chutes (also called disposal chutes) are commonly used on high rise projects. They are also used by remodeler’s and roofers to keep their job sites cleaner and safer. Guide for Discussion No material shall be dropped to any point lying outside the exterior walls of the structure unless the area is effectively protected. Whenever materials are to be dropped in an unprotected area an enclosed chute will be used. The chute should be fully enclosed on all sides. Never allow someone using a chute to be subjected to material falling from above. Be sure the chute door can be...

06 Jun

Posted at 09:56h in OSHA, OSHA Safety, OSHA Training, Safety, Safety Manual, Safety Talk, Safety Toolbox Talks, Safety Toolbox Topics, Safety Topics, Tailgate Safety, Tool Box Talk, Toolbox Talk Topics, Toolbox Talks, Toolbox Topics
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Painter Safety (1) A painter applies coatings to surfaces and products to protect and/or beautify them. They use chemicals such as solvents, fillers, etchers, primers, color, and clear coats. Be familiar with the chemicals you use in the workplace. Read and understand the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for the proper use of each chemical. Chemical containers require labels with at least the name and the primary hazard of the chemical inside. Choose chemicals that have lower hazard ratings for fire, health, and reactivity. Spray painting and the use of solvents may cause you to inhale dust, vapors, and mists of coating chemicals. Do...

05 Jun

Posted at 09:49h in OSHA, OSHA Safety, OSHA Training, Safety, Safety Manual, Safety Talk, Safety Toolbox Talks, Safety Toolbox Topics, Safety Topics, Tailgate Safety, Tool Box Talk, Toolbox Talk Topics, Toolbox Talks, Toolbox Topics
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Emergency Eye Wash & Deluge Showers Let's hope you never need an eye wash, but if you do let's hope it's clean and accessible. If you get foreign particles in your eyes or a chemical spill on your body, an emergency eyewash station or deluge shower is the most important initial step in first-aid treatment. Chemical burns to the eye are among the most urgent of emergencies. An eyewash/shower is required if: The Safety Data Sheet indicates a chemical in use is caustic, toxic, or corrosive. The SDS informs that serious eye damage may result. Warnings such as "causes chemical burns" or...

04 Jun

Posted at 12:44h in Safety Manual, Safety Topics, Tailgate Safety Meetings, Toolbox Talks, Toolbox Topics
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Insects Use repellents containing 20% to 30% DEET Put repellent on your skin AND clothing Re-apply repellents often Wear light colored long sleeved shirts, long pants tucked into boots, socks and a hat Check hair, clothes and skin every day for ticks Remove ticks with a fine-tipped tweezers Wash infected area with soap and water Wash and dry work clothes on the ‘hot’ setting to kill any insects present ...

04 Jun

Posted at 12:28h in OSHA, OSHA Safety, OSHA Training, Safety, Safety Manual, Safety Talk, Safety Toolbox Talks, Safety Toolbox Topics, Safety Topics, Tailgate Safety, Tool Box Talk, Toolbox Talk Topics, Toolbox Talks, Toolbox Topics
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Changing Crops During Drought The California agriculture industry grows half of the fruits, vegetables, and nuts consumed in our nation. As drought conditions intensify, many farmers are changing their crops to less water intensive plants, drought resistant crops, or leaving their lands fallow. With this shift, causing needed changes in cultivation and harvesting, require farmers to conduct a hazard analysis to update safety procedures for equipment, tools and chemicals related to new crops and processes. New crops may require changing implements on your farming equipment. Make sure to: Get training on the operation of any new blades, discs, or other implements Use...