Dropped Objects Onto Crew During Get-In and Rigging Toolbox Talk

This toolbox talk template is designed for rigging crews working on concerts, festivals and events where equipment is installed at height.

It focuses on the specific risk of dropped objects that can cause severe head injuries, fractures or fatalities. The guidance explains how to set up exclusion zones, use tool tethering, conduct lift‑plan reviews, and employ secondary safety nets to protect personnel below.

The talk references the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and the British Standard BS EN 12811, ensuring legal compliance for temporary works equipment used in event rigging.

• Use this toolbox talk for: pre‑rigging safety briefings, daily crew meetings, incident‑review sessions and training refreshers.
• Key topics include: exclusion zone establishment, tool lanyard use, lift‑plan verification, secondary net deployment and emergency response procedures.
• What each section provides: purpose, hazard overview, injury mechanisms, 12 do and 12 don’t actions, and critical reminders for safe work at height.

The content is fully editable and shareable, allowing you to customise placeholders with your organisation’s name and adapt details to the specific event layout.

By following this talk you meet statutory duties, reduce the risk of dropped objects, and protect crew health and safety on every event. It also supports a proactive safety culture and helps demonstrate compliance during inspections.

Compliant with: Work at Height Regulations 2005 and BS EN 12811.