Weekly safety meeting topics

New year safety reset

Review site rules, PPE requirements, and emergency contacts.

Slips, trips, and falls

Housekeeping, cord management, and wet surface controls.

Ladder safety

Selection, setup angle, three-point contact, and load limits.

Scaffold basics

Tags, guardrails, access, and competent person inspections.

Fall protection overview

Harness fit, anchor points, and rescue planning.

Excavation and trenching

Soil types, shoring, access, and atmospheric testing.

Confined spaces

Permits, monitoring, attendants, and entry procedures.

Electrical safety

Lockout/tagout, GFCI use, and overhead power line clearance.

Hand and power tools

Guards, inspection, and correct PPE for cutting/grinding.

Heavy equipment awareness

Spotters, swing radius, and operator communication.

Crane and rigging signals

Hand signals, lift plans, and exclusion zones.

Material handling

Manual lifting limits, team lifts, and mechanical aids.

Housekeeping and fire prevention

Combustible storage, hot work controls, and extinguishers.

Hot work and welding

Fire watch, permits, and fume ventilation.

Silica and dust control

Wet cutting, vacuums, and respiratory protection.

Noise and hearing conservation

Exposure limits, hearing protection, and audiometric testing.

Heat stress

Hydration, shade, acclimatization, and buddy checks.

Cold stress

Layering, frostbite signs, and warmed break areas.

Working at heights — roofs

Control zones, guardrails, and weather hazards.

Aerial lifts and MEWPs

Pre-use checks, tie-off, and ground conditions.

Traffic control

Flagging, signage, and worker visibility on road projects.

Pedestrian and public protection

Barricades, covered walkways, and communication with neighbors.

Chemical handling and SDS

Labeling, storage, spill response, and PPE selection.

Asbestos and lead awareness

Survey requirements before disturbance and licensed abatement.

Mould and biological hazards

Water intrusion response and remediation protocols.

Mid-year safety review

Review YTD incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.

Near-miss reporting

Why reporting matters and how to submit observations.

Incident investigation basics

Root cause, corrective actions, and follow-up.

Emergency response

Musterm points, first aid, and severe weather procedures.

First aid readiness

Kit locations, trained attendants, and AED access.

Fatigue management

Shift length, commute risks, and alertness on equipment.

Mental health on site

Stress signs, peer support, and EAP resources.

Substance impairment

Fit-for-duty expectations and reporting concerns.

Young and new workers

Orientation, mentoring, and elevated supervision.

Visitor and subcontractor orientation

Site-specific hazards and escort requirements.

Tool tethering and dropped objects

Securing tools at height and exclusion zones below.

Concrete and formwork

Pour plans, shoring inspection, and stripping sequence.

Steel erection safety

Connectors, decking, and controlled decking zones.

Roofing and leading edge

Control zones, warning lines, and fall arrest systems.

Demolition hazards

Surveys, utility isolation, and sequential collapse plans.

Winter driving and logistics

Tire chains, load securement, and delivery windows.

Spring thaw and ground stability

Mats, rutting, and equipment bearing capacity.

Summer storm preparedness

Lightning, high wind, and work suspension criteria.

Wildlife and vector hazards

Ticks, bears, and site-specific wildlife protocols.

Night work lighting

Glare, visibility, and worker fatigue on night shifts.

Mobile device distraction

Equipment zones, driving policies, and focus zones.

Quality and safety overlap

Defect rework risks and inspection hold points.

Pre-task planning (PTP)

Daily huddles, hazards, and sign-off before work starts.

Winter formwork and heating

Temporary heat, carbon monoxide, and curing protection.

Year-end closeout safety

Demobilization, tool inventory, and site securing.

Holiday shutdown procedures

Lockup, fire systems, and emergency contacts.

Annual safety goals

Set TRIF targets, training plans, and recognition programs.