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# SETTING UP A TAILGATE/TOOLBOX SAFETY MEETING (cont.) ## How to Run an Effective Meeting (cont.) 10. After the meeting, consider the following: • Did the topic fit the job site? • Did the crew participate? • Did someone demonstrate safety equipment or safety practices? 11. Afterwards, evaluate the impact of the tailgate meeting. Are employees now able to recognize and correct hazards? Ask questions, walk the job site, and observe. 12. Document/record the meeting topic, date, attendees, and any actions taken. ## How Often Should You Have Toolbox/Tailgate Meetings? Section 1509 (construction) requires them at least every 10 working days, and Section 8406 (tunneling) at least weekly. However, depending on the work conditions and safety culture of the job site, they should be held more frequently- even daily if necessary. ## Additional Tailgate Meetings Resources Title 8 California Code of Regulations (T8CCR) (www.dir.ca.gov/samples/search/query.htm) - 1509 - IIPP Construction Safety Orders • 3203 - IIPP General Industry Safety Orders • 8406 - IIPP Tunnel Safety Orders California FACE Program - Fall Prevention Tailgate Training Materials (www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/ DEODC/OHB/FACE/Pages/Tailgate.aspx) Electronic Library of Construction Occupational Safety and Health (eLCOSH) (www.elcosh.org/index.php) Cal/OSHA Publications (www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/puborder.asp) CAL/OSHA Pocket Guide for the Construction Industry • Tailgate Safety Meeting Topics Cal/OSHA Consultation Branch (www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/consultation.html) [redacted email] • Toll-free Number: 1-[redacted phone]

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## How can we stay safe today? (cont.) Construction Electrical Safety: Power Toolbox Talk NIOSH CPWR [● Lock Out DANGER O DO NOT OPERATE - Always de-energize, lock out, and tag all electrical systems before working on electrical circuits. Always verify that electrical systems are de-energized, by testing with an AC voltage detector. GET INFORMATION CDC/NIOSH INFO: 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-[redacted phone]) | TTY: 1-[redacted phone] | cdc.gov/info | cdc.gov/niosh CPWR: Contact [redacted phone] | [redacted email] | www.cpwr.com/toolbox-talks DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2022-141 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.[redacted postal code]/NIOSHPUB2022141 | August 2022

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA CAL OSHA DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS California Department of Industrial Relations Division of Occupational Safety and Health Publications Unit # SETTING UP A TAILGATE/TOOLBOX SAFETY MEETING January 2020 Job site tailgate and toolbox safety meetings are brief meetings, proven to prevent accidents, illnesses, and on-the- job injuries by improving the safety culture at your job site. Refer to the referenced Title 8, California Code of Regulations (T8CCR) sections for details on the requirements for these safety meetings. ## Why Have Tailgate/Toolbox Safety Meetings? They are required for the construction (T8CCR Section 1509) and tunneling (T8CCR Section 8406) industries. In addition, all California employers must have an Injury and Illness Prevention Program that includes employee training in safe work practices (T8CCR Section 3203). Tailgate/Toolbox meetings can help reinforce that training. ## What to Talk About? Work practices, machinery, tools, equipment, materials, attitudes, and anything else that may cause or contribute to a work-related accident or illness. Keep the topic relevant to the job or tasks that workers perform. Address existing job site problems by drawing on workers' real-life experiences. Review and discuss: • OSHA Log 300 records. • Findings from safety inspections and accident and near miss investigations, including corrective actions taken. Supervisors or foremen should remind all employees - especially newer ones - of the dangers of working with particular kinds of machinery, tools, equipment, and materials. You should also carefully observe your workplace and employees' work activities for potential safety hazards. For example, if you notice that spills are not being cleaned up promptly, discuss housekeeping policies. If an accident or near-accident occurred at your job site, share the details and corrective actions. Try to answer the following questions at the meeting: • What happened? • Where did …

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CPWR TOOLBOX THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING TALK # Trench Safety When a trench caves in, the weight of the dirt can trap and kill workers. One cubic yard of dirt can weigh 3,000 pounds or more. Each year, trench collapses seriously injure or kill construction workers. In 2016, for example, 23 workers were killed in trench collapses. ## Jim, Nico, and Jose's Story Three laborers were working in an 8-foot-high wall trench. The walls were not shored-up. One side caved in, burying Nico and partially burying Jim. Jose managed to escape unharmed. Jim was pulled out. Nico suffocated and died. - How could this incident have been prevented? - Have you ever been in a trench cave-in? If so, what happened? : ## Remember This ➤ Never enter an unprotected or uninspected trench, even for a short task. A trained, competent person must inspect the trench and surroundings first. ➤Make sure you understand your employer's trench emergency program. ➤ Make sure rocks and dirt are kept at least 2 feet away from the top of the trench. - Never work alone in a trench and never without a lookout standing by. ➤ Make sure trench protection is provided by your employer. OSHA allows benching or sloping ground, shoring, or shielding with supports or trench boxes. How can we stay safe today? What will we do at the worksite to promote trench safety? 1. 2. OSHA Regulation: 1926.651(k)(1) ©2017, CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training. All rights reserved. CPWR is the research and training arm of NABTU. Production of this document was supported by cooperative agreement OH 009762 from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of NIOSH. CPWR 【● THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING

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# Hammer Safety (cont.) ## Remember This (cont.) CPWR TOOLBOX THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING TALK # Hammer Safety - Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes. - Make sure the hammer's handle IS NOT loose or damaged. - Use the right type of hammer for the job. ©2017, CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training. All rights reserved. CPWR is the research and training arm of NABTU. Production of this document was supported by cooperative agreement OH 009762 from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of NIOSH. CPWR [O THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING

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# Trench Safety (cont.) ## Remember This (cont.) CPWR TOOLBOX RESEARCH AND TRAINING THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION TALK # Trench Safety Keep rocks and dirt at least 2 feet away from the top of the trench. - Make sure trench protection is provided by your employer. OSHA allows sloping and benching, shoring, and shields. * Never work alone in a trench and never without a lookout standing by. - Make sure rocks and dirt are at least 2 feet away from the top of the trench. ©2017, CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training. All rights reserved. CPWR is the research and training arm of NABTU. Production of this document was supported by cooperative agreement OH 009762 from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of NIOSH. CPWR 【● THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING

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# Lead Exposure (cont.) ## Remember This (cont.) CPWR TOOLBOX RESEARCH AND TRAINING THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION TALK # Lead Exposure - Never blast, sand, or cut with a torch any surfaces that may contain lead until it has been tested for lead. - Wash your hands and face before eating, drinking, or using tobacco. - Do not eat, drink, or use tobacco products in the work area. - Use a vacuum attachment, follow product instructions, and wear PPE when you might come into contact with lead. ©2017, CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training. All rights reserved. CPWR is the research and training arm of NABTU. Production of this document was supported by cooperative agreement OH 009762 from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of NIOSH. CPWR 【● THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING

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## How can we stay safe today? (cont.) Equipment Safety: Construction Toolbox Talk NIOSH CPWR 【 Maintenance - Always inspect equipment before using it to make sure it is in safe working order and good repair. - Tell your supervisor if equipment needs to be maintained, cleaned, or repaired. - Use proper lockout/tagout procedures to control all hazardous energy sources before maintaining, cleaning, or repairing equipment. GET INFORMATION CDC/NIOSH INFO: 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-[redacted phone]) | TTY: 1-[redacted phone] | cdc.gov/info | www.cdc.gov/niosh CPWR: Contact [redacted phone] | [redacted email] | www.cpwr.com/toolbox-talks DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2022-135 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.[redacted postal code]/NIOSHPUB2022135 | August 2022

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## While working: (cont.) Construction Toolbox Talk Arc Welding and Fire Safety NIOSH CPWR 【● DANGER FLAMMABLE At least 35 feet away from welding work area - Inspect the arc welder before starting any operation. Ground the welder case. - Remove all potential fire hazards from the welding area, for at least 35 feet. - Have the proper class of fire extinguisher (employer provided) nearby, ready for use. For most welding, use a combination fire extinguisher (Class A, B, C). - For magnesium fires, use a Class D fire extinguisher or cover the fire with sand or magnesium foundry flux. GET INFORMATION CDC/NIOSH INFO: 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-[redacted phone]) | TTY: 1-[redacted phone] | cdc.gov/info | cdc.gov/niosh CPWR: Contact [redacted phone] | [redacted email] | www.cpwr.com/toolbox-talks DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2022-137 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.[redacted postal code]/NIOSHPUB2022137 | August 2022

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# Silica (cont.) ## Remember This (cont.) CPWR TOOLBOX RESEARCH AND TRAINING THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION TALK # Silica - Use vacuums and/or water to reduce the dust at the source, before it becomes airborne. - Vacuum the dust from your clothes and change into clean clothing before leaving the work site. - Do not brush or blow the dust off! Avoid bringing dust home! ©2017, CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training. All rights reserved. CPWR is the research and training arm of NABTU. Production of this document was supported by cooperative agreement OH 009762 from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of NIOSH. CPWRO THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING

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## Remember This (cont.) CPWR TOOLBOX THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING TALK # Nail Gun Safety Z-87+ * Always use a nail gun with a sequential trigger. Contact triggers (bump nailers) cause twice as many injuries and overall don't save time. - Always wear safety glasses manufactured as (or marked on the frame as) Z87+. - When toe-nailing, never try to hold the gun flush against the workpiece. ©2017, CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training. All rights reserved. CPWR is the research and training arm of NABTU. Production of this document was supported by cooperative agreement OH 009762 from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of NIOSH. CPWR 【● THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING

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## Remember This (cont.) Construction Toolbox Talk NIOSH CPWR 【● # Equipment Safety: Forklifts Use extreme caution on ramps. ✓ Do not operate a forklift unless you have been trained and certified. □ Use extreme caution on grades and ramps. - Do not raise or lower the forks while the forklift is moving. GET INFORMATION CDC/NIOSH INFO: 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-[redacted phone]) | TTY: 1-[redacted phone] | cdc.gov/info | cdc.gov/niosh CPWR: Contact [redacted phone] | [redacted email] | www.cpwr.com/toolbox-talks DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2022-147 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.[redacted postal code]/NIOSHPUB2022147 | August 2022