Skid steer loader safety: New toolbox talk available

NIOSH has released a new toolbox talk addressing skid steer loader safety, highlighting major hazards including falls, pinching, crushing, and strikes from the machine. The resource provides practical guidance for operators and workers to maintain awareness and reduce injury risks on job sites.

Washington — People who operate or work near skid steer loaders need to maintain awareness of both the injury risks and the work environment, NIOSH emphasizes in a new toolbox talk. Dangers include falling off and being pinned, crushed or struck by the machine. The resource includes a real incident…

This story was originally published by Safety+Health Magazine.