TBT-SH-07110-15 minsCommunication
Shift Handover Toolbox Talk
Ensure safe and effective shift handovers
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- Editable Word format
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- Attendance register included
Poor shift handovers can lead to serious safety incidents. This toolbox talk covers best practices for transferring critical safety information between shifts to maintain continuity and prevent accidents.
What Your Team Will Learn
- Understand the importance of effective shift handovers for safety
- Know what information must be communicated at handover
- Follow a structured handover process consistently
- Document handover information appropriately
- Raise concerns about incomplete or unclear handovers
What's Covered
Key Topics
- •Why Shift Handover 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:
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
HSWA 1974 requires effective communication of safety information. Proper shift handovers are essential to maintaining safe systems of work across shift changes.
Key Takeaway
“Communicate clearly, hand over safely.”
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