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TBT Work Equipment
TOOLBOX TALK
Introduction
The purpose of this toolbox talk is to give advice
on precautions for the prevention of accidents in
the provision and use of work equipment .
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LEGISLATION
• The duties of those people providing work equipment are outlined
in the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
(PUWER) along with its Approved Code of Practice L22.
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PUWER 1998
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General Precautions
• Plant and equipment should only be used by those who have been trained in
their specific use and with authorisation;
• Consider the risks to other colleagues and members of the public who are
nearby when operating plant and equipment;
• Before use inspect the plant or equipment for obvious defects, bring any
defects to a supervisors attention;
• Use the correct tool correctly and only for its intended use.
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HAZARDS
• Most hazards with tools and equipment arise through improper use or
inadequate maintenance;
• Electrical appliances pose a higher risk when they are not used in the correct
way or have damaged plugs / flexes.
• All electrical tools and equipment must be identified and on a register, subject
to regular inspection / testing to maintain it in a safe condition.
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Mobile plant and equipment
• Never carry passengers unless the plant is designed to do so;
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Controls
• All tools and equipment should be suitable for their intended use;
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Inspections
Before you use any plant or equipment it is vital that it is inspected;
Types of inspections…
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Brothers Keeper…
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Questions and answers…
Q. Who can use items of work equipment and tools?
A. Anyone who is competent.
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Questions?