Tag Archives: Construction Safety

Toolbox Talks App – Free Safety Tool

The no-cost Toolbox Talks application works on phones and tablets to document training in real time in the field. Available in English and Spanish, the app was designed for the construction industry, yet many topics can be utilized by other businesses.

There are over 100 Toolbox Talks included with the app covering a variety of topics. It is simple to find safety talks for both construction and marine industries. Review a topic, then document your safety briefing with a signature capture form that generates a PDF of the meeting details that you can email or save to your device.

The free app includes:

  • What to do and learn.
  • Inspection tips.
  • Questions for discussion.
  • Presenter tips.
  • The ability to obtain participant signatures.
  • The ability to add photos of worksites or equipment related to training.
Featured Toolbox Talks:

Read more and ownload the Toolbox App for iOS and Android mobile devices here.

Safety & Health Investment Projects

This app was developed by the Construction Center of Excellence and funded by a Safety & Health Investment Projects (SHIP) grant. SHIP grants have resulted in a wide variety of projects and topics, including:

Applications for SHIP grants are currently being accepted until September 8, 2020. To apply for a SHIP grant for your project, or to see the list of approved grant products, read more here.

Prior Posts on Related Topics

9th Annual Construction Safety Day – Scholarship Opportunity!

The job of a construction worker remains one of the toughest around, staying safe on the job requires the right training and the right equipment.  Here’s your chance to get hours of valuable training and visit exhibitors demonstrating the latest in technology and equipment to keep you safe on the job!  Join us May 4, 2016 at the Washington State Fair & Events Center in Puyallup for the 9th Annual Construction Safety Day. Online registration for this event will be opening early January, 2016.  Some class sizes are limited so be sure to register early!

The Governor’s Industrial Safety and Health Advisory Board, Construction Safety Planning Committee, is once again offering a $1,250 scholarship available to assist eligible students in the pursuit of a career as a safety professional. If you or someone you may know is interested please be sure to complete the Construction Safety Scholarship Application and return not later than March 16, 2016!