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8 355-BQD-01-IAAP © 2024, Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) | 1 877 494 WSPS (9777) | WSPS.CA Landscape Ontario – Workplace Safety Tailgate Talks Supervision: Ensure appropriate supervision is always available to clarify the details of the job or concerns which may arise. Three Point Contact: Always use a minimum three-point contact (three limbs of your body in direct contact with the ladder – two feet/one hand, two hands/one foot) when climbing (e.g. ladders). Ensure you have proper footing at all times. Traffic Control: Effective traffic control will keep traffic moving at reduced speeds in work areas without delays while work proceeds safely and efficiently. Training: Only workers who have acquired the knowledge, training, experience and understanding of the equipment and laws should be allowed to perform certain tasks. All operators should be familiar with the equipment's operator manual. Warm Ups: Regularly warm up muscles by doing stretches and light exercises prior to, during and post work activities. Work Refusal: Workers have the right to refuse work they reasonably believe can endanger themselves or others. Workplace Specific Policies and Procedures: Should be referenced for further details, key responsibilities and required actions.

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