Toolbox talks do not protect employers, but they do help to protect employees.

SGTT17 - grass cutting
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• Before mowing remove debris from lawn

• Wear protective, close fitting clothing

• Start mower from a firm stance with feet in a safe position

• Take self-propelled mowers out of gear before starting

• Keep both feet on the footrests of a riding mower

• Keep all guards and safety shields in place

• Never fill the fuel tank on the mower if the engine is hot

• Store fuel in an approved, properly labelled container

• Turn off the motor before dismounting or removing a foreign object

• Disconnect the spark or electric plug before repairing mower

• Never use an electric mower on wet grass

• Provide routine maintenance

• No extra riders on self-propelled mowers

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Be Aware of Mowing Hazards:

• A mower can tip over easily

• Push the mower away from the body during a fall

• Never leave a running mower unattended

• Take rest periods as needed

• Foreign objects can fly from the mower, so make sure the mowing area is clear of people and animals

Proper mowing directions:

• When mowing on a slope with a riding mower, you should mow down the slope

• When mowing on a slope with a push mower, you should mow across the slope

Proper dress for mowing:

• Sturdy shoes

• Long pants and long sleeve shirts

• Safety glasses or goggles when mowing near solid objects

SGTT18 - pedestrians & heavy vehicles

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Safety…it is the responsibility of both pedestrians and the heavy vehicle operator.

Each of us is responsible for each other, whether we are on foot or on a vehicle. 

Those of you who drive a car probably remember a time when you travelled some distance while your mind was elsewhere. It was an uncomfortable feeling to suddenly regain focus and realise what you’d done. 

One thing pedestrians must realise is there is always a possibility of a driver momentarily losing focus.

 
Never cross in front of or behind a manned vehicle, whether it’s moving or stopped without making eye contact and getting permission from the driver. 

Lift trucks are built with heavy counterbalances, so they can lift heavy material. Because of this extra weight, the momentum of a moving truck, even with good brakes, will require some braking distance. You must always allow for this braking space when walking around lift trucks. 

Pedestrians should always be aware of rear end swing, and never walk too close to a lift truck. 

No one should ever cross under the raised forks or clamp of a lift truck, whether it is loaded or not. 

Driving is a privilege and walking is a right. But when there’s a collision, the pedestrian always ends up the loser. 

High Visibility clothing helps you to be seen, if it is available wear it.