Toolbox Talks

Dropped Hammer Head During scaffolding activities the head of a hammer came off and fell 15 meters to the ground, landing between two workers. Basic causes included: Head came off

Most eye injuries should never happen. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, workplace eye injuries are a leading cause of eye trauma, vision loss, and blindness. The Academy also

“Eye Examination” Question 1: A majority of workplace eye injuries happen to workers who were not wearing adequate eye protection. Answer: True Question 2: Chemical burns are the leading cause

“Excuses” Safety Excuse #1: Prior Experience & Success Will Guarantee Your Safety A construction worker who’s driving a nail without eye protection says, “I haven’t been hit by a nail

“Eternal Mistakes” Some mistakes last forever—as Arnold discovered after he lost two fingers to the machine he had operated for seven years. On June 5, 1989, Arnold violated two of

“Effective Communication During Tasks” When two or more persons are given a task to perform, communication is usually an important aspect. Without a clear plan and effective communication execution of

Driving Safety –Avoid Distractions Driving is hazardous enough as it is being surrounded by massive pieces of metal moving at high rates of speed. You can’t afford to take your

“Drive Distraction FREE” Have a friends and family plan. Make friends, family and managers aware of your drive-time schedule and commit to pull over to update them should you be

"Don’t Gamble With Your Safety” One cold morning on January 24, Bernie walked out the door and went to work, just as he had done for 10 years. Little did

“Don’t Fool Around On The Job” An operator of an excavator struck a water line while digging a trench, causing water to spray around. A worker in the trench took