Synopsis

Toolbox talks remain a critical information tool in the transport industry, particularly in improving safety performance. Utilising technology can make toolbox talks more engaging and accessible, helping to overcome the challenge of a workforce that is remote or spread across multiple locations.

Key Outcomes

  • Safety is a journey but a sustained commitment and persistence will reap rewards in business performance and build a strong safety culture over time

  • Technology-based solutions can be effective in improving safety performance while helping drivers complete daily tasks, simultaneously improving safety and efficiency of operations

  • Toolbox talks remain a critical communication tool in sharing safety information with drivers and the wider workforce, particularly where drivers are remote and it is difficult to gather your workforce in one location

  • Utilising technology solutions can make toolbox talks more engaging and accessible, driving higher attendance rates among drivers and helping organisations track and report attendance

  • Toolbox talks can also be an effective consultation tool in introducing safety measures, allowing workers to have their say and management to outline the reasons for and benefits of a proposal

  • Consultation and outlining the benefits to workers is critical in driving acceptance of new safety measures and overcoming resistance