Facility & Shop Safety · 2–5 min toolbox talk
Safe Use of Wall-Mounted Hose Reels
A safety talk covering recoil control, hose routing, and preventing slips when using hose reels.
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 Wall-Mounted Hose Reels”
Key Hazards
- Hose whip during recoil
- Slip hazards from water
- Tripping on hoses
2–3 Minute Talk Script
Safe use of wall-mounted hose reels is important for automotive shops, factories, and maintenance areas. Reels can retract quickly if not controlled.
Workers should guide hoses back slowly rather than letting the spring mechanism snap them in.
Different reel designs require different pulling angles to avoid binding.
Keeping floors dry prevents slips around wash areas.
Safety Reminders
- Guide hoses in by hand.
- Avoid letting reels snap.
- Route hoses away from walkways.
- Dry the floor after washing.
Ask the Crew
- Is the hose dragging across walk paths?
- Do we need slower recoil control today?