Warehouse Safety · 2–5 min toolbox talk
Safe Use of Packaging Tape Dispensers
A safety talk covering blade awareness, wrist posture, and preventing repetitive injuries when using tape dispensers.
Use this printed script for your tailgate or toolbox talk. Read through the hazards, script, and questions with your crew.
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“Safe Use of Packaging Tape Dispensers”
Key Hazards
- Cuts from exposed blades
- Wrist strain from repetitive motion
- Loss of control during dispensing
2–3 Minute Talk Script
Safe use of packaging tape dispensers is important in warehouses, shipping departments, and retail environments. Tape guns contain sharp blades that require awareness.
Workers should avoid placing fingers near the blade and use controlled motions to prevent jerks or slips.
Different tape types—clear, reinforced, or heavy-duty—require different forces to cut cleanly.
Rotating tasks or switching hands occasionally helps reduce wrist strain during long packing sessions.
Safety Reminders
- Keep fingers away from blades.
- Use smooth dispensing motions.
- Apply even pressure when cutting.
- Alternate hands to reduce strain.
Ask the Crew
- Is reinforced tape being used today?
- Do any dispensers need cleaning or blade replacement?