HOW TO USE SAFETY CHECKS FOR WORKERS
Date: ____________________________ Topic: __________________________________________________
Safety Check Session Leader: _________________________________________________________________
Learner Name (Please print) Signature
Safety checks provide information for workers on how to work
safely with specific hazards. Safety Check information can be used
in orientation training, tailgate talks or even in one-one coaching.
Use the following tips to help you communicate this information in
your workplace:
Use language that is consistent with the workplace
Consider the work you do and specific examples of how
these hazards can result in injury or illness
Explain how the safe work practices will help prevent injury
and illness
Wherever possible, use the actual tools, equipment, materials
and PPE to demonstrate proper use
Ask specific questions during your talk to check understanding
Keep a record of each talk that you deliver (see the form below)
Post a copy of the Safety Check for workers to reference
OWNERS AND
SUPERVISORS
Have you taken reasonable
measures to control this
hazard using the hierarchy
of controls?
Providing well engineered
equipment with appropriate
safeguarding and ventilation
Policies and procedures for
equipment lockout
Inspecting and repairing
equipment regularly
Training staff on how to
recognize, assess and
control hazards
Implementing and
enforcing PPE program
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