Safety Meeting Toolbox Topics and Tailgate Talks
It's that time of year again! Mowing, weed-eating, and trimming can create various safety hazards that employees need to be reminded of, even though these are typical chores performed around the home every week. Because these tasks are performed on-the-job, any associated hazards must be addressed in the same manner as any other work-related hazard.
What is a confined space? Examples may include, silos, bins, hoppers, tunnels, vessels, tanks, pits, etc. Confined spaces pose some unique hazards that everyone needs to be aware of. The presence, or potential for presence, of any of these hazards generally warrants that the space become a permit-required confined space.
Housekeeping is a job that can't be put off. We have to do it, and it's up to each individual to be their own job housekeeper. When you see something lying around where it could trip an individual or fall on them, put it in a safe place. Don't wait for someone else to do it.