Working at Height Toolbox Talk
Prevent falls - a leading cause of workplace fatalities
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- Attendance register included
Falls from height remain one of the leading causes of workplace deaths and serious injuries in the UK. This toolbox talk reinforces the hierarchy of control: avoid working at height where possible, prevent falls if you cannot avoid it, and minimise consequences if a fall occurs.
What Your Team Will Learn
- Understand the hierarchy: avoid, prevent, minimise
- Identify common hazards including unprotected edges and fragile surfaces
- Select correct access equipment for the task
- Inspect equipment before every use
- Know when to stop work due to unsafe conditions
What's Covered
Key Topics
- •Why Working at Height 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
Work at Height Regulations 2005
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Employers must ensure work at height is properly planned, supervised and carried out by competent people. All work at height requires a risk assessment and appropriate control measures. This toolbox talk supports compliance with these duties.
Key Takeaway
“Avoid it, prevent falls, minimise consequences. Every time.”
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