TOOL BOX TALKS (T.B.
T)
TATA Projects Limited.
Tool Box Talk is a forum where the Safety engineer/supervisor addresses the days specific task; tells who will do what; ensures the tools and equipment available for the job including the safety devices; and explains the risks, talks about the controls and the contingency plan to his workforce. It should be in understandable language of the work force. TBT must be conducted at the beginning of the days activity BEFORE ANYONE STARTS THEIR WORK!!! It must be conducted at the worksite. POINTS TO DISCUSS must include Days Job Hazard Analysis Exercise First aid locations Emergency procedures Assembly point, Emergency contact numbers. Locations of fire extinguisher, first aid boxes, drinking water, etc. PPE Minimum to wear and other PPE required for the job. Tools and Equipments to be used and its safety measures. Housekeeping. Electrical safety. TBT reminds the Environment condition of the day. workers of the hazards All related hazards of repetitive jobs and
ways to work safely
Common Hazards Slips and Trips Manual lifting Flying particles Sharp objects Barriers and Signs Open Holes
Ensure everybody understands what is discussed by asking questions. Ask for any problems like any health problems. Get the commitment from everyone at the end of the meeting by signature.