TBT-STS-00110-15 minsPhysical

Storage Safety Toolbox Talk

Store materials safely - poor storage causes injuries and damage

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  • Attendance register included

Incorrect storage leads to manual handling injuries, falling objects and wasted space. This toolbox talk covers safe storage practices for different materials.

What Your Team Will Learn

  • Store heavy items at waist height, light items high or low
  • Stack materials safely to prevent collapse
  • Keep storage areas clear and organised
  • Segregate incompatible materials
  • Use appropriate equipment for accessing stored items

What's Covered

Key Topics

  • Why Storage 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

Primary Regulation:

Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992

Also relevant:

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992

The Workplace Regulations 1992 require safe storage of materials. This toolbox talk explains how to store items safely to prevent accidents and injuries.

Key Takeaway

A place for everything and everything in its place - good storage prevents accidents.

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