Construction Toolbox Talk: Buried Utilities Safety

NIOSH and The Center for Construction Research and Training – CPWR developed the Construction Toolbox Talks series to raise awareness of workplace hazards and how to prevent injuries and illnesses. Foremen, supervisors, business owners and safety trainers can use the toolbox talks to lead discussions that focus attention on hazards workers may face that day or week on the job, as well as to supplement or reinforce other safety and health training efforts. Each toolbox talk includes a brief explanation of the hazard, a brief, real-life stories, discussion questions, and recaps of important safety points. The back side of each toolbox talk has an illustration of the hazard and solution, and reminders of key steps to avoid an injury or illness.