Scout's Toolbox Talks

Not all winds are created equal — and not all equipment is rated for high wind. Know your site’s operational limits and stop work when thresholds are reached.

Why It Matters:

Lifts, cranes, scaffolding, and even ladders become unstable in moderate to strong winds. If you’re unsure how high the wind is, you’re already at risk.

Key Points:

• Use an anemometer or weather app to monitor wind speeds throughout the day.
• Stop work if wind exceeds equipment ratings (often 20–28 mph for many lifts).
• Create clear wind-speed thresholds for different tasks (lifting, hoisting, roofing, etc.).
• Communicate stop-work authority: anyone can and should call it when conditions are unsafe.
• Restart work only after wind speed drops and conditions are re-verified.

✅ The best time to pause for wind safety is before something gets lifted — not after it falls.

Ask the Crew:

• Do we know the wind limits for today’s equipment?
• Who’s checking wind speed, and how often?

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