Excavations Safety Toolbox Talk
Prevent excavation collapses and buried cable strikes
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Excavation work is high risk - collapses can be fatal and underground services pose electrocution and gas explosion hazards. This toolbox talk covers safe excavation practices, support requirements, and service detection.
What Your Team Will Learn
- Understand the risks of excavation collapse
- Know when shoring and support is required
- Learn how to identify underground services
- Identify safe access and egress requirements
- Understand daily inspection requirements
What's Covered
Key Topics
- •Why Excavations Safety matters - statistics and real-world impact
- •Legal requirements - employer and employee duties under UK law
- •Key hazards and risk factors to recognise
- •Common mistakes to avoid
- •Warning signs to watch for and report
- •Do's and Don'ts quick reference guide
- •Discussion questions for team engagement
What's Included
- Comprehensive 2-page toolbox talk
- Attendance register with 18 sign-off rows
- Session info table (date, location, presenter, duration)
- Editable Word format - add your logo and customise
- Ready to print and deliver
Regulatory Compliance
CDM Regulations 2015
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Excavation work must be properly planned and supervised. Adequate support must prevent collapse, and underground services must be identified and avoided. This toolbox talk supports compliance with CDM 2015 requirements.
Key Takeaway
“Plan it, support it, check for services. Every excavation, every time.”
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