TBT-SCA-04210-15 minsFalls

Scaffolding Safety Toolbox Talk

Use scaffolding safely and report defects

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  • Attendance register included

Falls from scaffolding cause numerous deaths and serious injuries each year. This toolbox talk covers safe scaffold use, inspection requirements, and the importance of reporting defects immediately.

What Your Team Will Learn

  • Understand the risks of incomplete or defective scaffolds
  • Know how to check scaffold inspection status
  • Learn what constitutes a safe scaffold
  • Identify common scaffold defects to report
  • Know the rules for safe scaffold access and use

What's Covered

Key Topics

  • Why Scaffolding Safety matters - statistics and real-world impact
  • Legal requirements - employer and employee duties under UK law
  • Key hazards and risk factors to recognise
  • Step-by-step safe working practices
  • 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

Primary Regulation:

Work at Height Regulations 2005

Also relevant:

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

Scaffolds must be erected and inspected by competent persons. Users must check for inspection tags and report any defects. This toolbox talk supports compliance with Work at Height Regulations 2005.

Key Takeaway

Check the tag, report defects, never modify scaffolds yourself.

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