Safety Talk Library
Rigging and Lifting · 2–5 min toolbox talk
Lift Planning and Critical Lift Safety
A safety talk focused on planning lifts and identifying critical lifts.
Use this printed script for your tailgate or toolbox talk. Read through the hazards, script, and questions with your crew.
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“Lift Planning and Critical Lift Safety”
Key Hazards
- Unplanned or rushed lifts
- Unclear roles and responsibilities
- Lack of contingency planning
2–3 Minute Talk Script
Lift planning safety is important because many incidents occur during routine lifts that were not planned.
Critical lifts require additional review, communication, and controls.
Roles must be clearly assigned before lifting begins.
If conditions change, the lift plan must be reassessed.
Safety Reminders
- Plan lifts before execution.
- Identify critical lifts early.
- Assign clear roles.
- Stop and reassess if conditions change.
Ask the Crew
- Is this a critical lift?
- Has the lift plan been reviewed?