Let’s start looking at what a toolbox talk is. It is essentially an informal safety briefing where a topic related to particular work is discussed. An effective toolbox talk consists of a brief 5 to 10 minute discussion prior to a work shift where relevant safety measures are discussed. It is a simple and [...]
What are Environmental Toolbox Talks? Environmental toolbox talks are environmental safety sessions relevant to a job or project, which are delivered prior to starting the work. Generally, these meetings are organised at the work location and takes place prior to initiating the actual work. Special topics covered in environmental toolbox talks includes all the [...]
What is a Toolbox Talk? Now what is a toolbox talk? Basically, a toolbox talk is a simple yet effective approach for information sharing amongst the team members in advance of beginning the actual work. A toolbox talk is an informal meeting where you address safety topics associated with the particular work, like safe [...]
Basically, a Toolbox Talk is an informal safety briefing where safety topics associated with particular construction work is addressed. This could for example be a Work at Height Toolbox Talk covering safe work practices and workplace risks. It is a simple yet effective approach for information sharing within a team, to discuss workplace hazards [...]
Introduction Asbestos is a natural fiber material that has been used a lot in construction materials over time, with purpose to insulate and be fire retardant. Due to the strength of the asbestos fiber and its resistance to heat, the use of the material increased stedially up until the late 1980s where asbestos more [...]
What is a COSHH Awareness Toolbox Talk? The main idea of a toolbox talk is delivering a short talk to the work force so that they can be reminded and kept up to date on relevant health and safety issues. COSHH stands for Control of Substances Hazardous to Health. There is no doubt that [...]
