Public starter worksheet · Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales)
Toolbox talk template for Great Britain
Plan a short discussion about a real task, change or recent concern. A useful talk ends with clear actions and a check that people understand what to do.
Open the interactive planning form to complete and export a workplace record. Adapt all prompts to the work being done.
What to include
| Field | What to record |
|---|---|
| Topic and location | Choose one task or issue relevant to the team today. |
| Hazards and controls | Describe the risks and the control measures used at this workplace. |
| Demonstration or discussion | Ask the team how they will apply the controls; show the task if appropriate. |
| Questions and language needs | Check understanding in a way the team can follow. |
| Actions and attendance | Record issues raised, owners and attendees; attendance alone does not show competence. |
| Follow-up | Check whether the agreed changes were put into practice. |
Illustrative completed example
This fictional example shows the level of detail to consider. It is incomplete and must not be copied as an assessment of your workplace.
| Topic | Fictional talk: keeping a storeroom walkway clear during deliveries. |
|---|---|
| Discussion | Where will boxes wait while they are unpacked? Who removes packaging? |
| Agreed action | Use the designated unpacking area and keep the marked route unobstructed. |
| Check | Ask a team member to show the route and explain what to do if it is blocked. |
How to adapt the worksheet
- Select one workplace issue and prepare the correct local instructions.
- Give people time to ask questions and raise practical obstacles.
- Record actions, then check their completion; arrange further instruction where needed.
Country scope and official guidance
This version is scoped to Great Britain. Northern Ireland has a separate legal framework; use HSENI guidance for work there.
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