Toolbox Talks

Safety Meeting Toolbox Topics and Tailgate Talks

Lockout/Tagout

Approximately 145 deaths are attributed to the failure to control energy in the workplace. Sixty three percent of the workers injured by the release of energy were production workers.

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Hazardous Energy Control

Approximately 3-million workers perform routine maintenance on equipment. These workers face the risk of injury if their employers do not implement lockout/tagout practices. Safety experts estimate implementation of these procedures
could prevent 120 fatalities and 50,000 injuries each year.

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Control of Hazardous Energy

Lockout/tagout refers to procedures that protect employees from the unexpected energization or startup of machinery. It also refers to the release of hazardous energy during service or maintenance activities.

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Other Resources

What Are Hand Tools?

Suggestions for choosing, maintaining and storing common hand tools. Separate section on powder-actuated fastening devices. Includes safety features and rules for use.