Toolbox Talk: Struck-By Hazards

Why it matters

Being struck by an object or vehicle is one of the leading causes of construction deaths, along with falls, electrocution and caught-in or between hazards.

Talking points

• Know the four types: falling, flying, swinging and rolling objects, as well as moving vehicles and equipment.
• Wear the PPE: hard hat, eye protection and a high-visibility vest or shirt.
• Stay out of the line of fire: never stand under loads, overhead work or in the swing radius of equipment.
• Barricade and mark: keep people out of areas below overhead work, and use toeboards and netting to stop falling tools.
• Secure tools and materials: tie off tools at height and stack and secure materials so they can't roll or fall.
• Connect with equipment operators: make eye contact before walking near equipment, and agree on signals.

Ask the crew

1. What is overhead right now that could fall?
2. Which machines will be moving near us today?
3. How will we keep people out from under overhead work?

Before we start work today: Mark and barricade the areas under overhead work before the crew starts.

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Source: OSHA: Construction industry resources. General safety information only, not legal advice; follow your employer’s program, the manufacturer’s instructions and current regulations. Keep signed sheets with your safety records. FirstDayTraining.com · Todd Allyn Media Inc.