Construction Hazards that Kill Tool Box Talks

PREVENT FALLS (33% of fatalities) Identify all potential tripping and fall hazards before work starts. Look for fall hazards such as unprotected floor openings/edges, shafts, skylights, stairwells, and roof openings/edges. Inspect fall protection equipment for defects before use. Select, wear,…

Chipping Concrete Safety Tool Box Talk

Concrete chipping operations may be on some jobsites. When required certain equipment and procedures must be followed.Our safety training today will cover some basic safety precautions while performing chipping operations. PPEEye and Face Protection– Always wear company approved eye protection…

Fall Protection Systems – Tool Box Talk 2

FALL PROTECTION BARRIER SYSTEMSGuardrail systems and their use shall comply with the following provisions: Construction Top edge height of top rails, or equivalent guardrail system members, shall be 42 inches plus or minus 3 inches above the walking/working level and…

Silica and Silicosis Tool Box Talk

WHAT IS CRYSTALLINE SILICA?Silica is a mineral compound made up of one silicon atom and two oxygen atoms. There are other compounds that contain silicon whose names are quite similar, such as silicate and silicone. Do not mistake these for…