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TOOL BOX TALKS TRAINING NOTES Date
Jan-
2022

ACCIDENT PREVENTION
INTRODUCTION
Across the world generally overall accident statistics indicate a general reduction, the construction
industry remains the exception by showing an increase. It is essential that all personnel contribute in
every way possible to reduce accident rates in construction.

WHY?
 Avoid injury: Any injury to a person is not good and the more serious the injuries the more
traumatic affect on that person, his family and work colleagues. By adopting good working
practices such instance will be reduced and as a consequence losses in earnings, etc will not be
incurred.
 Avoid prosecution: Many working arrangements have specific legislation associated with them. If
individuals or company breach this legislation they can have fines imposed by the Police and or
Municipality.
 Avoid losses: Already intimated is the loss of earnings to the injured person, but losses do not
stop there, projects can become delayed. There are also associated costs to such incidents
including insurance premium increases.

DO DON’T
 Remember accidents are caused by:  DON’T remove any guards or
(a) People not thinking, not following instructions, or barriers.
not putting their training into practice.  DON’T handle hazardous
(b) Unsafe manual handling, loading, stacking and substances without knowing the
storing of materials. hazards.
(c) Overloading of platforms, scaffolds, hoists, plant,  DON’T Use plant and equipment
etc. unless suitably trained.
(d) Incorrect use and abuse of plant and equipment.  DON’T Misuse or abuse any
(e) Use of faulty equipment and “homemade” repairs. equipment provided for safety.
(f) Illegal adaptations and illegal removal of  DON’T Use any defective
guards/barriers. equipment or plant.
(g) Failure to use PPE and ignoring safety  DON’T carry out “homemade”
signs/warning devices. repairs.
 Use safe working procedures to help prevent accidents  DON’T Engage in horseplay at
by: work.
(a) Always complying with laid down procedures.
(b) Always wearing suitable PPE as applicable.
(c) Employing good hygiene standards.
(d) Using the correct tools for the job.
(e) Obeying site safety rules and signs.
 If in doubt consult your Supervisor.