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Tool Box Talks

Add value to your safety meetings with resources from JEM's weekly Tool Box Talks. Every Monday, content updates with safety topics relevant across industries — making it easy to maintain OSHA compliance and keep employees safe.

Safe Operation of Machinery

To ensure safe machinery operation, it is crucial to follow safety protocols. These procedures are designed to minimize the risk of workplace accidents and injuries.

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The Importance of PPE

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is essential for protecting workers when engineering controls or safety regulations cannot eliminate hazards. As a vital last line of defense, PPE safeguards employees from workplace risks, including injuries and illnesses. It helps create a safer work environment by reducing the...

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Administrative Controls

Administrative controls establish clear policies, procedures, and guidelines that define how employees should behave in various situations. These measures include setting clear expectations for job performance, enforcing compliance with safety regulations, and providing corrective feedback when necessary. This proactive approach minimizes risks and promotes employee...

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Engineering Control

Engineering controls are essential safety measures that eliminate hazards or create barriers to reduce workers’ exposure to dangerous machinery and high-risk areas. These measures can include physical changes like barriers, access restrictions, and automated shutoff systems. Implementing these controls helps reduce the likelihood of accidents...

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Building Stronger, Safer Workplaces

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) emphasizes the need to establish a comprehensive safety and health program. This proactive approach systematically identifies and manages workplace hazards to prevent injuries and illnesses before they occur.

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Toolbox Talks Archive

Safe Operation of Machinery EN
The Importance of PPE EN
Administrative Controls EN
Engineering Control EN
Building Stronger, Safer Workplaces EN

Lockout – Tagout Awareness EN
Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) EN
How to Safely Operate a Forklift EN
How to Inspect a Forklift EN
The Basics of Forklift (PIT) Operation EN
Winter Driving EN
Fire Extinguishers EN
Fire Safety – Auto Salvage EN
Hazard Communication – “Your Right to Know” EN
Hearing Conservation EN
Emergency Evacuation plan EN
Cold Weather Operations EN
Ladder Safety EN

Drug and Alcohol Awareness for Commercial Drivers EN
DOT – Hours of Service Regulations EN
Bloodborne Pathogens EN
First Aid for Tow Truck Operators EN
Commercial Driver Qualification EN
Driver Wellness and Whistle Blower Protection EN
Slips, Trips and Falls – for Tow Truck Drivers EN
Electronic Logging Devices EN
Vehicle Inspections EN
Defensive Driving EN
Tire Failure – Blowout EN
Backing Safely EN