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Construction Safety · 2–5 min toolbox talk
Jobsite Tool and Equipment Staging Safety
A safety talk addressing safe placement and staging of tools and equipment on jobsites.
Use this printed script for your tailgate or toolbox talk. Read through the hazards, script, and questions with your crew.
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“Jobsite Tool and Equipment Staging Safety”
Key Hazards
- Tools creating trip hazards
- Equipment tipping or rolling
- Blocked access routes
2–3 Minute Talk Script
Tool and equipment staging safety matters because poorly placed items create unnecessary hazards.
Tools and equipment should be staged in designated areas away from walkways and access points.
Equipment must be placed on stable surfaces and secured when necessary.
Staging areas should be adjusted as work progresses.
Safety Reminders
- Stage tools away from walkways.
- Secure equipment to prevent movement.
- Adjust staging as work changes.
- Do not block access routes.
Ask the Crew
- Are tools staged safely?
- Do staging areas need adjustment today?