Toolbox & Toolbox Talks

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• ITS in Work Zones
• Traffic Analysis Toolbox
• Work Zone Process Review
• Work Zone Positive Protection
• Worker Safety

ITS in Work Zones

• Work Zone Safety Toolbox
  developed by Maryland State Highway Administration
  Provides guidance on the use of portable changeable message signs with speed display, speed display trailers, and other ITS in work zones.

Traffic Analysis Toolbox

• Traffic Analysis Toolbox, Volume VIII: Work Zone Modeling and Simulation – A Guide for Decision-Makers
  developed by the Federal Highway Administration
  Provides guidance to decision-makers considering the role of analytical tools in work zone planning and management.
• Traffic Analysis Tools Volume IX: Work Zone Modeling and Simulation –  A Guide for Analysts
  developed by the Federal Highway Administration
  Includes detailed real world and application information to help guide the selection of a modeling approach as well as specific project applications.

Work Zone Process Review

• Work Zone Process Review Toolbox
  developed by the Federal Highway Administration
  Contains tools to help you conduct an effective Work Zone Process Review.

Work Zone Positive Protection

• Work Zone Positive Protection Toolbox
  developed by the American Traffic Safety Services Association
  Describes various types of positive protection devices currently in use and provides guidance on where and how each is typically used.

Worker Safety

Developed by CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training

• Work Zone Safety: Vehicle Operators (English, Spanish)
• Work Zone Safety: Working Around Vehicles (English, Spanish)
• Equipment: Falling Objects (English, Spanish)

Developed under OSHA’s Focus 4 campaign :

• Electrical Safety

  • Toolbox Talk # 1: Precautions for avoiding electrical shocks
  • Toolbox Talk # 2: How can we prevent electrocutions while using power tools?
  • Toolbox Talk # 3: Be aware of the power lines where you live and work
  • Toolbox Talk # 4: Electrical safety and first aid assistance
  • Toolbox Talk # 5: Working near high voltage energized electrical lines
  • Toolbox Talk # 6: Precautions when using extension cords
  • Toolbox Talk # 7: Arc flash protection and considerations

• Struck-by

  • Toolbox Talk # 3: Work Zone Driving

Developed through the Construction Roundtable of OSHA’s Alliance Program:

• High Visibility Clothing

  • High Visibility Clothing for Heavy & Highway Construction

• Ladder Safety

  • Choosing the Right Ladder
  • Inspect Ladders Carefully!
  • Do’s and Don’ts of Using a Ladder
  • Set Up and Use of a Ladder
  • Extension Ladder Safety
  • Using a Stepladder Safely

• Sprains and Strains Prevention

  • Strains, Sprains and Material Handling Safety Tips for Employers
  • Sprains and Strains Prevention: Toolbox Safety Talk
  • Prevention of Strains, Sprains, and Material Handling Injuries in Construction [PowerPoint  | PDF]

Developed by OSHA Pros:

• OSHA Toolbox Talks

Developed by Laborers’ Health & Safety Fund of North America:

• Flagger Safety Toolbox Talk
• Spotter Safety Toolbox Talk (Spanish Version)

Last modified: 3/4/2021