No verified safe state. No reach.

A small cleanup task became fatal because the conveyor could still move. This practical MSHA toolbox talk helps crews recognize the hazard path, control every energy source, block hazardous motion, verify the safe state, restore guards, clear people, and control restart.

What this lesson teaches

Recognize belt, idler, pulley, take-up, and other conveyor pinch-point exposure.
Stop and isolate every energy source before hands or tools enter the danger zone.
Block components against hazardous motion and verify the safe state before work begins.
Restore guarding, account for people, and control restart.
Use the mine’s approved energy-control, maintenance, and restart procedures.

What is included

9-page toolbox talk PDF – fatal-incident lesson, hazard path, Ronnie/Pete decision point, five proofs before work, site-specific worksheet, discussion prompts, and sign-in space for 30 employees.
Matching 11 × 17 safety poster PDF – a print-ready field reminder with a QR code linking to Zavrynt.com.

Both print-ready PDFs are included as separate downloads with one purchase.

Training basis

MSHA fatal investigation FTL05M20/FAB05M20 and 30 CFR 56.14105, 56.14107, 56.12016, and 56.14202.

This material is a training aid. It does not replace the mine’s approved energy-control, guarding, maintenance, or restart procedures.

MSHA Toolbox Talks

The Decision Before the Reach – MSHA Conveyor Safety Toolbox Talk + Poster