At a glance
These free Toolbox Talks serve as guides to lead focused discussions with workers on hazards they may face on the job. These are meant for safety trainers, supervisors, managers, and business owners. They can also supplement or reinforce other safety and health training.
About these resources
NIOSH partnered with CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training to develop Construction Toolbox Talks. They provide solutions and best practices to reduce workplace hazards and risks to workers at construction sites.
Each Construction Toolbox Talk includes:
- An explanation of the hazard
- A brief, real-life story
- Discussion questions
- Recaps of important safety points
- An illustration of the hazard
- Key solutions
The Construction Toolbox Talks are available as web-accessible PDF files, meant for printing on letter-sized paper (8.5"x11").