Water Main Break Response Safety
A safety talk covering hazards encountered during emergency response to water main breaks.
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Key Hazards
- Undermined roadways and collapse
- Traffic exposure and poor visibility
- Uncontrolled water flow and debris
2–3 Minute Talk Script
Water main break response safety is critical because emergency conditions increase risk and reduce visibility.
Road surfaces may be undermined, creating collapse hazards.
Traffic control should be established immediately.
Crews must remain alert to changing conditions and water movement.
Safety Reminders
- Assume roadways may be unstable.
- Establish traffic control quickly.
- Stay clear of flowing water and debris.
- Communicate changing conditions.
Ask the Crew
- Is the work area stable?
- Has traffic control been established?