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Tool Box Talk

Supervisor may mean: Any Client Contact or Site Contact, Show Support (SHS) Crew Chief, any senior SHS Crew Member or Operations

1. STOP Stand Back & observe
2. THINK through the Task
3. IDENTIFY Safety Issue
4. ASSESS & CONTROL risks
5. CONTINUALLY monitor risks

  • Crew must have zero influence of drugs and alcohol
  • Crew must communicate pre-existing conditions/injuries
  • Crew must manage fatigue
  • Is there any reason Crew should not be onsite?
  • Are you physically able to complete the work today?

  • Steel Caps are required on All shifts
  • Safety Vests are required on All shifts
  • Hard Hats are required on All shifts (ANSI Approved)

  • Location of Toilets
  • Emergency Assembly Point / Evacuation Routes
  • 1st Aid Location / Defibrillators
  • Smoking Areas
  • No Smoking within 5 metres of venue entrance

  • Keep a safe distance from vehicles at all times
  • Wear Hi Vis safety vests near vehicles
  • Always use hazard lights & have someone guide trucks into position
  • No Smoking within 5 metres of vehicles

  • Check for ANSI safety sticker
  • Never use a faulty ladder
  • Always ensure crew foot the ladder and keep a 4:1 ratio
  • Avoid standing on the top two rungs

  • Never operate equipment without correct qualifications
  • Know how to stop equipment in your area
  • Keep a safe distance from machinery being operated

  • Ask Supervisors questions if you are unsure about anything
  • Ensure Supervisors know your whereabouts at all times
  • Communicate the task at hand when lifting equipment
  • Follow the directions of Senior Crew Members
  • Let the office know you will arrive on time before each Shift
  • SMS your work times at the end of each shift (EG 0900 1300 or 0900 1300 1330 1700 if 30 min break taken at 1300pm)

  • Lift correctly – bend knees, keep back straight
  • Never attempt to lift too heavy a load
  • Never lift extra heavy cables packers, unpack them and carry in sections
  • Correct numbers for lift – use 4 crew where possible Pack trucks safely, follow experienced crew
  • Take care on truck ramps, never let go of cases on top of ramps
  • Take care operating vehicle tail lifters, always call out movements

  • Form into squads of three, four or five Crew Members each
  • Experienced Crew to lead Squads and report to Supervisor
  • Always report to your Supervisor for new tasks

  • No discriminatory or intimidating conduct is tolerated
  • Never argue onsite, work for the team, not the individual
  • Do not question the instructions of your Supervisor
  • Abide by the Minimum Presentation Standards, always wear SHS Waist Pack with tools

  • Inspect all electrical equipment prior to use
  • Only use equipment with current test and tag
  • Never connect electrical cables unless instructed
  • Never touch Powerlock until trained EVEN if instructed by client - see SHS Supervisor
  • All cabling should be disconnected prior to rolling
  • Figure 8 or lazy 8 excess electrical cable

  • Hard hats must be worn whenever riggers are working overhead
  • Maintain a safe distance from boom lifts and scissor lifts
  • Never stand under points being raised or lowered (unless assisting the rigger)
  • Never touch a chain motor until trained EVEN if instructed by client - see SHS Supervisor
  • Groundies must be assigned to all Riggers or EWP operators
  • All overhead workers must have tools lanyarded and pockets emptied

  • Plan carefully for weather conditions such as heat, rain, wind or otherwise
  • Wear your SHS Hi Vis Vest over rain coats
  • Wear sunscreen, hats and appropriate clothing in extreme heat
  • Stay hydrated, always bring your own water to every Shift

  • Railroad cables when gaffing
  • Stack cases neatly
  • Tidy up back of house areas
  • Tidy up drapes
  • Go the extra mile to make the client happy
  • Stay OFF mobile phones (hands-free or otherwise)
  • Use a Klever Kutter instead of blades or knives for any cutting
  • Never jump, especially off truck ramps or loading docks
  • Keep your fingers clear at all times (use your lower palm to handle loads)

  • All incidents/near misses, hazards, or unacceptable behavior should be reported to your Supervisor or call 02 9556 2011 24 hours a day, 7 days
  • For serious incidents call 000 immediately
  • Use the Incident Report Form or Report Safety Issue Form to Report any incidents or safety issues, no matter how minor they may appear

  • Always work as a team, look out for your workmates and others onsite, and uphold the values of Show Support
  • Senior Crew Members should always partner with junior Crew to continually train them in safe & efficient work methods
  • Put in 110% effort for the client, stay motivated throughout the shift, proactively seek new tasks, perform them safely and quickly, to the best of your ability, until the job is done

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