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Driving & Fleet Safety

This month’s Safety Toolkit features a 3-minute micro-training video on vehicle safety through a practical overview of the driving habits and safety practices that help prevent crashes both on and off the job. The video highlights defensive driving, eliminating distractions, and securing vehicles before stepping away. You’ll also find four Toolbox Talks covering cell phone use while driving, defensive driving fundamentals, vehicle safety and driver responsibility, and rollaway & runover prevention to reinforce safe driving habits every day. 

 

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Toolbox Talks

Staying safe on a busy jobsite starts with staying aware. Toolbox talks are a simple, effective way to keep safety top of mind—especially when workers are navigating heavy equipment, moving vehicles, and constantly changing conditions. These short, focused briefings help teams recognize risks, reinforce best practices, and meet safety training requirements in a practical, real-world way.
01

Backing Up

Backing up is one of the most common and dangerous maneuvers on any jobsite. This talk covers blind spots, the GOAL (Get Out And Look) method, spotter communication, and planning ahead to reduce unnecessary backing. Crews learn practical steps to prevent backing incidents and protect workers, pedestrians, and property.

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02

Vehicle Maintenance

Safe driving starts before you turn the key. This talk focuses on pre-trip inspections, brake and tire condition, lights, fluids, and other essential vehicle maintenance checks. Crews learn how routine inspections and preventative maintenance reduce breakdowns and help prevent crashes.

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03

Cell Phones and Driving

Hands-free doesn't mean risk-free. This talk explores the dangers of texting, navigation, phone calls, and other distractions behind the wheel. Crews learn how to eliminate unnecessary phone use, stay focused on driving, and follow safe practices both on and off the job.

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04

Preventing Rollaways and Runovers

Unexpected vehicle movement can quickly become deadly. This talk covers proper parking procedures, vehicle shutdown, parking brake use, wheel chocks, and communication with nearby workers. Crews learn how to secure vehicles and prevent rollaway and runover incidents every time they park or exit.

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Motor Vehicle Safe Driving Practices

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OSHA’s Safe Driving Practices for Employees guide provides tips for reducing motor vehicle risks on the job. It covers essential safe driving habits such as avoiding distractions, wearing seat belts, preventing fatigue, planning travel, and managing aggressive driving to help employees stay safe behind the wheel. 

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