TOOL BOX MEETING INSTRUCTIONS

Working at Height
1. The hazards of working at height include; falling, dropping of items and collapse of structure.
2. Scaffold must have “fit for use” label.
3. Wear and use the PPE (harness and helmet).
4. All deckings are fully secured.
5. Open sides are properly barricaded.
6. Do not remove items for the scaffold structure.
7. No overloading of the scaffold.
8. Cordon-off work area if items can drop onto passerby’s.
9. No taking of short cuts.
10. No work during heavy rain or strong winds.
11. Use full body harness for work at a height of equal to or greater than 2 meters.

HOT WORKS

1. All injuries, no matter how slight, must be reported immediately to your Supervisor.
2. Keep your work area clean and segregate all scrap for proper disposal.
3. Defective tools shall be returned to the store or workshop immediately for repairs or replacement. E.g. Do not use
hammers with mushroom heads.
4. Goggles or protective shields shall be worn while working with grinders.
5. Eye Protection Equipment must be worn while chipping or working near welders.
6. Be alert at all times to protect personnel and materials near welding, welded or hot areas.
7. Keep a fire extinguisher available to put out any fires which might occur. Know the location of your extinguisher.
8. Hydrogen, oxygen and acetylene cylinders must be kept in upright position and securely fastened. Caps must be kept
on all cylinders when not in use and cylinders shall be stored in well ventilated structures out of direct sunlight.
9. Gauges must be removed from cylinders when transporting cylinders from one work area to another, unless being
moved manually in a cylinder cart.
10. Keep grease and oil away from oxygen cylinders, connections and gauges.
11. Always shut off valves on gauges and cylinders before leaving your place of work.
12. Keep your sleeves rolled down and wear head covering at all times while welding. Protect all parts of your body when
welding. Always wear gloves while welding, cutting and chipping.
13. Electric welding grounding shall be made directly to ground wherever possible.
14. Combustible material shall not be used to support hot works.
15. When working on pipe lines or with moving machinery be sure all controls and valves are properly tagged out and
locked out.
16. Whenever necessary to leave your job, be sure your torch is not left burning.
17. Tools and loose materials left on benches, scaffolds, etc. May fall on workmen. Return them to their proper places
when not in use.
18. Always wear goggles and face shield when handling molten metals.
19. Always acquire proper help when lifting heavy loads. Lift properly at all times.
20. Handling gas cylinders is a two-men job.
21. Only designated operators are permitted to use welding equipment. Gloves must be worn whenever possible.

Compressed Gas Cylinders

1. The hazards of working with compressed gas cylinders include: toppling of cylinders, explosions, fire, and damage to
the eye caused by compressed gases.
2. Check the identity for the gas before using it.
3. Wear the required type of PPE (e.g. For eyes, face, hands, and feet).
4. Use a cylinder trolley or other suitable devices for transporting cylinders, even for a short distance.
5. Leave valve protection caps/guards in place until the cylinder has been secured against either a wall or bench or
placed in a cylinder stand and is ready for use.
6. Check for gas leaks using soapy water.
7. Cylinders should never be subject to temperatures above 45°C.
8. Do not use the cylinders as rollers or supports, or for any other purpose than to contain the gas a supplied.

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9. Never permit oil, grease or other readily combustible substances to come into contact with valves of cylinders
containing oxygen.
10. Keep cylinder valve outlets clean and free from contaminants, particularly oil and water.
11. Never attempt to repair or modify cylinder valves or safety relief devices. Damaged valves should be reported
immediately to the supplier.
12. Protect cylinders in the open against rusting and the extremes of weather. Cylinders should not be stored in
conditions likely to encourage corrosion.
13. Store full and empty cylinders separately and arrange full cylinders so that the oldest stock is used first.
14. Do not use compressed gas to blow the body, clothes, etc.

Use of PPE
1. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is usually used as a last line of defense. Other means of control measures should
be implemented to reduce the risk.
2. PPE is one of the best defense against on-the-job hazards.
3. Your body needs protection from dangerous on-the job hazards such as:
1. Falling.
2. Flying objects like wood, metal and stone chips.
3. Splashes of toxic chemicals or hot liquids.
4. Ultraviolet rays from welding.
5. Fumes and gases.
6. Sharp items.
7. Loud noises
4. Use the PPE when required.
5. There are many types of PPE. Choose the right PPE for the job, and use it correctly.
6. Make sure that the PPE is in good condition before use.
7. Take good care of the PPE.
8. Clean and store the PPE properly.
9. Do not use the PPE as tools, storage devices, etc.
Fire Safety
1. Smoke only at designated smoking areas.
2. Stub out the cigarette butt before throwing it away.
3. Throw cigarette butts only in the designated containers.
4. Do not carelessly throw away lighted matches.
5. Keep containers of paint or solvents closed when not in use.
6. Always keep containers of chemicals (eg. Paint, solvent, etc) up-right. This will reduce spillage and unwanted mixing
of the substances.
7. Keep storage areas neat and tidy. Spills will then be easily noticed.
8. Know the locations of the fire extinguishers.
9. Do not overload electrical sockets.
10. Switch off equipment at end of work.
Hearing Conservation
1. Problems caused by exposure to a noisy environment include:
1. The strain of hearing and taking over noise can make you too tired to do the job properly.
2. Loud noise can keep you from hearing instructions from others or warnings from machines.
3. Working with constant noise cause stress which lowers morale and efficiency.
4. You could suffer significant hearing loss.
2. Once you have lost the precious gift of hearing, there is no way of getting it back.
3. The symptoms of noise-induced damage include:
1. Cannot hear soft or high sounds.
2. Roaring or ringing in the ear.

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3. Trouble understanding spoken words.

4. Complains that the radio / television is too loud.
5. Shouting over the telephone.
4. The 3 basic types of hearing protectors are: ear plugs, canal caps and ear muffs.
5. Take good care of the hearing protectors.
6. Store ear plugs in clean containers when not being worn.
7. Regularly check and clean the foam inserts and rubber cushions of ear muffs.

Electrical Safety
1. The hazards of electricity include: electrical shock, burns and explosions.
2. The heat generated by electric current can ignite flammable materials, liquids and gases.
3. The electric arc is hazardous to the eye. The strong brightness and harmful ultra violet radiation attack the
unprotected eyes causing temporary loss of vision.
4. Stand on rubber mats when servicing equipment.
5. Do not wear chains or rings when repairing electrical equipment.
6. No daisy-chaining of extension chords.
7. Do not use damaged electrical equipment or tools.
8. Do not use cables without plugs.
9. Lay cables properly especially at people and vehicle movement areas. This is to prevent damage and reduce the
tripping hazard.
10. Exposed connections must be covered.
11. Unqualified persons must work under supervision.
12. No operating or making of connections to mains or switch boards without proper authority.
13. Do not allow electrical equipment to get wet.
14. Do not leave apparatus unattended, especially heating devices.
15. Do not come into contact with electrical equipment if you are wet.
16. Do not overload power points.
17. Switch-off the power supply during repair.
18. Use Socket Outlet assembly (SOA) at site.
19. Extension SOA shall be equipped with Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB)
20. Manifold SOA not allowed at all.

OXY – ACETYLENE EQUIPMENT

1. Never use lubricants (Oil or grease) on oxy-acetylene equipment. They may cause explosions.
2. Oxy-acetylene equipment must be handled with care. Always open the cylinder valves and blowpipe slowly.
3. Cylinders should not be allowed to fall to the ground or subject to violent shock.
4. Protect cylinders from direct sunlight and do not keep the cylinder near heat source. Exposure to excessive heat must
be avoided. Should a cylinder become over-heated, it must be cooled with cool running water to avoid a possible
explosion.
5. Cylinders not in use should be kept in a designated storage area and not left lying around in the workplace.
6. Full and empty cylinders should be indicated and stored separately. All gas cylinders must be stored upright and
chained up to eliminate falling hazard.
7. Cylinders in use must always be placed on a trolley, so that they can be quickly removed to a safe place in case of a
fire.
8. Never take cylinders into confined spaces. They should be located in the open.
9. Never use oxygen for ventilation.
10. Never modify injectors, nozzles or blowpipes. Faulty or leaking equipment should be overhauled by the manufacturer
or competent firm.
11. Gas leaks are dangerous. Check all connections regularly and inspect rubber hose
i. Periodically.
12. An approved and efficient flashback arrestor must be installed between the blowpipe and regulator to prevent flash
fire.
13. Before starting welding, cutting or other hot works, remove combustible materials or protect them with a suitable
shield. Always stand-by a fire extinguisher nearby.
14. Switch off the welding or gas cutting equipment immediately after use.

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15. Report to your supervisor immediately should you spot any burning smell or smoke.

INDUSTRIAL HOUSEKEEPING

1. Keep work places, passageways, stairs and exits and any other access & egress free from obstructions at all times.
2. Keep floor clean and slip-proof as possible and free of oil, grease, glue and liquids.
3. Clean up any spilled oil or chemical, it will helps to prevent falls and fires.
4. Clean up work tools and keep them safely and properly when not in use.
5. Keep the machines clean and sweep the metal chips or waste materials into the rubbish container(s) after each day
work.
6. Keep work bench uncluttered.
7. Maintain every washroom and toilet in clean and dry conditions.
8. Eliminate the practice of keeping excess material at work places. This is one of the most prevalent poor work habit.
9. Personal belongings should be kept properly and not left lying around in work areas.
10. Stack the finished goods, materials and plastic parts properly and arrange the storage racks neatly.
11. Discard wastes daily.
12. Do not accumulate scrap or waste and leave any unwanted food or trash on the tables and benches.
13. Use containers provided for scrap and waste. Rubbish bins must be emptied regularly.
14. Employees should not litter the site premises.
15. Workers should be educated to pick up unused odds and ends from the floor and put them in the rubbish bin.
16. Always observe good practice of housekeeping at work.
Site must be kept clean at all time.

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