Working Under Suspended Loads Safety
A safety talk emphasizing the dangers of working under suspended loads.
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Key Hazards
- Load drop or shift
- Rigging failure
- Struck-by injuries
2–3 Minute Talk Script
Working under suspended loads is extremely dangerous and should be avoided.
Loads can shift or fall without warning.
Workers must stay clear until loads are fully landed and secured.
Barricades or exclusion zones may be required.
Safety Reminders
- Never work under suspended loads.
- Establish exclusion zones.
- Wait until loads are secured.
- Communicate lift movements clearly.
Ask the Crew
- Are workers clear of suspended loads?
- Are exclusion zones needed?