Scout's Toolbox Talks

Personnel Lifts (Man Baskets)

Toolbox Talk:

Keep Ground Workers Clear During Lift

June 22, 2025

No one should be under or near the man basket during a lift.

Why It Matters:

Falling tools, unsecured materials, or a mechanical failure can cause serious injury or death to anyone below.

Key Points:

  • Set up clearly marked exclusion zones beneath the lift path.
  • Use barricades, cones, or tape — and keep them maintained.
  • Stop the lift immediately if anyone enters the danger zone.
  • Store tools inside the basket properly to prevent drops.

Clear ground = clear safety.

Ask the Crew:

  • Is the ground area properly secured today?
  • Are barricades up and visible?
  • Do we have a spotter watching the lift zone?