Weekly Construction Toolbox Talks
Below is an example of our weekly construction toolbox talk schedule. Our talks are designed to address the hazards that most often lead to serious injuries and fatalities, with consistent emphasis on OSHA’s Focus Four. Topics rotate weekly and are seasonally adjusted to match jobsite conditions and workforce needs.
Schedule
Week 1 – Introduction to Serious Injuries & Fatalities (SIF) (Click for free sample)
Introduces what SIF incidents are, why they occur, and how controlling high-risk hazards prevents life-changing injuries and fatalities.
Week 2 – Cold & Flu Prevention
Helps reduce illness spread and maintain workforce availability during colder months.
Week 3 – Walking & Working Surfaces
Addresses slip, trip, and fall hazards caused by uneven, wet, or cluttered surfaces.
Week 4 – Driving Safety
Covers safe driving practices for company vehicles, deliveries, and jobsite access.
Week 5 – Safety SIF: Struck-By
Addresses line-of-fire hazards involving moving equipment, vehicles, and materials.
Week 6 – Cold Stress Awareness
Reviews cold exposure risks and methods to prevent hypothermia and frostbite.
Week 7 – Housekeeping
Emphasizes keeping work areas clean to reduce trip, fire, and struck-by hazards.
Week 8 – Fire Safety
Covers fire prevention, hot work hazards, and emergency response basics.
Week 9 – Safety SIF: Caught-In / Between
Highlights pinch points, rotating equipment, and positioning to prevent crushing injuries.
Week 10 – PPE Basics
Reinforces proper selection, use, and care of required personal protective equipment.
Week 11 – Power Tool Safety
Focuses on safe operation, inspection, and guarding of handheld and powered tools.
Week 12 – Mobile Equipment Safety
Addresses safe interaction with heavy equipment and jobsite vehicles.
Week 13 – Safety SIF: Electrocution
Covers identification and control of electrical hazards, including temporary power and GFCI use.
Week 14 – Silica Exposure
Reviews health risks associated with silica dust and required control measures.
Week 15 – Dropped Object Prevention
Addresses hazards from falling tools, materials, and unsecured equipment.
Week 16 – Scaffolding Safety
Focuses on proper erection, access, use, and inspection of scaffolding systems.
Week 17 – Safety SIF: Falls
Reinforces fall hazard awareness related to ladders, roofs, and elevated work.
Week 18 – Heat Stress Awareness
Covers heat illness signs, hydration practices, and acclimatization methods.
Week 19 – Rooftop Safety
Addresses fall protection, access, and weather-related rooftop hazards.
Week 20 – Aerial Lift (AWP) Safety
Reviews safe operation, fall protection, and ground controls for aerial lifts.
Week 21 – Safety SIF: Struck-By
Focuses on struck-by hazards related to equipment movement and material handling.
Week 22 – Hydration & Heat Illness
Reinforces hydration practices and early recognition of heat-related illness.
Week 23 – Barricades & Signage
Covers proper use of barricades, warning tape, and signage to control access.
Week 24 – Guardrails
Reviews requirements for guardrail systems at edges, openings, and elevated work areas.
Week 25 – Safety SIF: Caught-In / Between
Addresses crushing hazards during equipment operation and material placement.
Week 26 – Fire Prevention
Focuses on fire hazards related to hot work, temporary heating, and flammable materials.
Week 27 – Head & Hand Protection
Reinforces the importance of protecting against impact, cuts, and crushing injuries.
Week 28 – Housekeeping
Addresses debris accumulation and housekeeping issues that increase incident risk.
Week 29 – Safety SIF: Electrocution
Reviews electrical hazards associated with temporary wiring and damaged cords.
Week 30 – Mental Health Awareness
Encourages awareness of mental health challenges and available support resources.
Week 31 – Lockout / Tagout (LOTO)
Covers control of hazardous energy during servicing and maintenance activities.
Week 32 – Electrical Safety
Addresses safe use of power tools, cords, and electrical equipment.
Week 33 – Safety SIF: Falls
Focuses on fall hazards related to walking surfaces and changing weather conditions.
Week 34 – Walking & Working Surfaces
Reinforces slip, trip, and fall prevention during seasonal changes.
Week 35 – Falling Objects from Equipment
Addresses hazards from suspended loads and material handling equipment.
Week 36 – Emergency Response
Covers emergency procedures, reporting, and response expectations.
Week 37 – Safety SIF: Struck-By
Reviews struck-by hazards involving deliveries, forklifts, and mobile equipment.
Week 38 – Fire Extinguishers
Covers fire extinguisher types, locations, and proper use.
Week 39 – PPE Refresher
Reinforces PPE requirements as weather and job conditions change.
Week 40 – Driving Safety
Addresses increased driving risks due to reduced daylight and weather conditions.
Week 41 – Safety SIF: Caught-In / Between
Focuses on pinch-point hazards during material staging and deliveries.
Week 42 – Distraction Awareness
Highlights how fatigue, stress, and distractions contribute to incidents.
Week 43 – Material Handling
Covers proper lifting techniques and mechanical aid use.
Week 44 – Emergency Preparedness
Reviews emergency plans, evacuation routes, and communication procedures.
Week 45 – Safety SIF: Electrocution
Addresses electrical hazards related to temporary lighting and seasonal power use.
Week 46 – Cold Weather Safety
Reviews cold exposure hazards and protective measures.
Week 47 – Holiday Safety
Addresses increased risk due to schedule pressure, distractions, and travel.
Week 48 – Year-End Safety Review
Reviews lessons learned and reinforces expectations for the upcoming year.