Safe Use of Industrial Trash Grabbers
A safety talk about correct gripping technique and preventing injuries when picking up debris with grabbers.
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Key Hazards
- Contact with sharp debris
- Dropping items from poor grip
- Overreaching during cleanup
2–3 Minute Talk Script
Safe use of industrial trash grabbers is important for grounds crews, custodians, and maintenance teams. Grabbers reduce bending and avoid direct contact with debris.
Workers should avoid overreaching with the grabber and instead move closer to debris before picking it up.
Different grabber tips—rubberized or serrated—offer different grip strengths depending on the material being handled.
Workers should always assume trash may contain sharp items and wear gloves accordingly.
Safety Reminders
- Move closer instead of overreaching.
- Wear gloves during cleanup.
- Use proper grabber tips for the task.
- Deposit debris carefully into bins.
Ask the Crew
- Are we working in areas with known sharp debris?
- Do we need heavier-duty grabbers for today’s tasks?