Safety Meeting Topics

A Safety meeting topic is a concise talk about a specific safety topic relevant to one’s workplace. It is usually performed by a safety officer employed at the organization at the beginning of a meeting or shift. Also known as safety moment, safety minute, safety brief, safety meeting, or toolbox talk, these talks can be done in a variety of ways, but are typically a short (one to five-minute) discussion on a safety-related topic. They can cover a variety of safety issues and are designed to provide a quick, helpful hit of information before workers head out on the job.

Looking for safety meeting topics for your next toolbox talk? We’ve compiled a whole directory of helpful safety moment ideas in key areas. You can present these in less than five minutes at your next safety briefing. Note that the following Safety Meeting Topics are to be considered general information; they are not meant to replace any departmental policy, protocol or safe work procedures. Safety meeting topics are there to remind us of the importance of promoting health and safety, to help workers recognize and control hazards, to increase awareness, and to contribute to a safety culture.