LANDSCAPE ONTARIO – WORKPLACE SAFETY TAILGATE TALKS
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Wear safety sunglasses which filter out at least 90 percent of
the sun's ultraviolet rays.
Be aware and recognize any skin problem due to over exposure
to the sun
Severe Weather (Snow, Ice, Tornadoes)
Be aware of changing forecasted weather conditions daily
before starting and during work.
In the event of severe weather, work conditions should be
evaluated, suspended if need be and resumed when weather
conditions have stabilized.
Refer to the Lightning safety topic for more information on
working in storm conditions.
Cold and Hot Weather (see Heat Stress and Cold Stress)
Dress appropriately for the task and weather conditions.
Be aware and recognize early signs of heat or cold stress.
(Refer to Cold Stress and Heat Stress)
ACTION!
Take your crew on a
walk about of the worksite
to discuss potential
environmental hazards.
