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Toolbox talk

Also known as tailgate meeting, toolbox meeting.

A short, focused safety discussion held close to the task, crew, and time of work.

Safety notes

  • It reviews the day’s hazards, controls, changes, interfaces, and questions; it supports but does not replace training, permits, engineered plans, or a required JHA.
  • Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.

In practice

It reviews the day’s hazards, controls, changes, interfaces, and questions; it supports but does not replace training, permits, engineered plans, or a required JHA.

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Sources

  1. Safety Bulletins · Contract Services Administration Trust Fund
  2. Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.