Monthly Archives: March 2010

…Supervisors or Safety Representative should be doing a weekly safety talk. Below is an example of a safety talk guide I created for people that worked under me…
In Ontario, the Occupational Health and Safety Act requires workers to be trained in health and safety on the job site. One of the methods used in training are the weekly Safety Talks (also known as Tool Box Talks). Construction Site Supervisors are responsible for ensuring that all workers on-site have the appropriate safety training. Once a week, The supervisor must ensure that a safety talk is given and recorded. The supervisor can do the safety talk or delegate it to the Health and Safety Representative. For those new to the talk, follow the Ten Point Guide Below. Please note that this is only a guide! Supervisors or Health and Safety Representatives may, in addition to weekly safety talks, discuss other items. If this in done, it should be noted on the Safety Talk Sheet. They must discuss the weekly item at a minimum. It is up to the Supervisor to set up the time during the week but it must be done during the week provided. Remember, in general, the purpose of a Safety Talk is to help workers RECOGNIZE and CONTROL hazards on the job site. Continue reading →