Toolbox Talks

Safety Meeting Toolbox Topics and Tailgate Talks

Walking and Work Surface Safety

Falls represent the number one preventable cause of injury and death in the workplace. More than a million people suffer injuries and more than 16,000 people die as a result of falls in any given year.

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Slips, Trips and Falls in Nursing Facilities

Who would think that the worst injuries for nursing facilities are falls. But, why is it falls rather than back injuries? We make a greater effort to prevent back injuries, and we teach ergonomics with many versions of no-lift policies. These injuries are decreasing except for those based on an important variable – the resident.

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Falls

Fall-prevention equipment prevents the fall from occurring. Examples include handrails on a stairway, guard railing on a platform and covers over floor holes. Fall prevention also consists of removing hazards that contribute to falls, such as objects placed in aisles or uneven floors.

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Other Resources

What Are Air-Powered Tools

Directions for the safe use and handling of air power tools. Includes information on how to use air compressors and what personal protective equipment to wear.