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15 355-BQD-01-IAAP © 2024, Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) | 1 877 494 WSPS (9777) | WSPS.CA Landscape Ontario – Workplace Safety Tailgate Talks CARTS, DOLLIES, WHEELBARROWS AND PALLET LIFTERS Personal Protective Equipment Specifics: (discuss specific type of PPE requirements) Equipment Hazards What types of injuries are possible when using these types of equipment? How can you prevent these injuries? Whether it is hauling bricks, sand, gravel, �les or plant material, safe handling and awareness of the proper use of carts, dollies, wheelbarrows and pallet li�ers can prevent serious injuries in the workplace. Prevention Points Consider these prevention points: Review the General Health & Safety Best Practices section on page 7 before performing any task. Consider the weight of the materials needing to be hauled and work within the weight capacity of the equipment being used. Avoid overloading. Ask for help if needed to be safe. Always balance the load to prevent tipping over the equipment. Inspect travel pathway to ensure it is clear of equipment, objects, materials and workers, and note any obstructions, potholes and grading problems. Maintain a safe and steady speed at all times for greater control and handling of the load. Ensure ramps are clean, strong enough to withstand the weight of the equipment plus the load and wide enough for workers. Ensure ramps are slip resistant and if not, add slip resistant protection. ! ?