Introduction.
Before beginning to conduct this toolbox talk on falling objects, it is pertinent to review any accidents or near misses during the past week in the workplace. After that, you deliberate on the safe way to carry out activities in your project. Other hazards in the workplace can be reviewed before engaging in this particular topic. Then, you can proceed to give the toolbox talk on falling objects.
Toolbox talk on falling objects.
Falling objects are among the major causes of serious work injuries in construction sites. Workers who are adjacent to cranes, scaffolds, buildings, or ladders are prone to being exposed to falling objects.
Precautions to prevent falling objects from causing harm.
Wear a hard hat or a safety helmet during work activities and, most especially, whenever you notice that operations are being conducted adjacent to your work environment or overhead of your work area.
It’s not just about wearing a hard hat, but about wearing the right and suitable hard hat. Hard hats are mainly classified based on their protection against impact, penetration, and electrical hazards. For instance, there are classes of hard hats such as Class A, B, and C.
Please do not wear the hard hat inappropriately, but ensure that you follow the manufacturer’s instructions on how to wear it and, most especially, how to tighten the suspension to achieve a proper fit.
Have a routine and immediate inspection of a hard hat before every use. Look for signs of wear and tear, cuts, dents, holes, burns, or material damage. Other parts to inspect are the webbing, headband, and suspension attachment points.
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Conclusion
After delivering the toolbox topic on falling objects, you can conclude by asking related questions and seeing their interactions. If the workers have other available input, they can meet you for further clarification on the topic. Make sure that your toolbox talk is simple and delivered effectively.
Onyeka Emma is a QHSE Professional with more than 10 years of experience in occupational health and safety, which spans many industries such as construction, beverage, oil and gas, etc. He has many health and safety certifications, including NEBOSH IGC, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 Lead auditor certificate. A member of IOSH, ISPON, and Nigeria Red Cross Society. He is interested in business, entrepreneurship, Speaking, and motivating people to do better for themselves. He enjoys leisure with a good motivational book.
