Slips, Trips and Falls Toolbox Talk for Concerts Festivals and Events

This slips, trips and falls toolbox talk template is designed for event crews, stagehands and production staff working on concerts, festivals and other temporary event sites.

It covers the main hazards such as wet ground, unsecured cables, uneven steps and poor housekeeping, and it references the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 and the BS EN 13845 slip‑resistance standard.

• Use this talk for: pre‑event safety briefings.
• Use this talk for: daily shift huddles.
• Use this talk for: post‑incident reviews.
• Use this talk for: training new crew members on slip hazard awareness.
• Use this talk for: reinforcing safe housekeeping practices during long‑duration festivals.

Each section includes a purpose, what the activity involves, why injuries occur, a list of practical do and don’t actions, and a concise important‑points summary.

Fully editable and shareable, this document can be customised to suit the specific layout and schedule of any event site, ensuring consistent safety communication across all teams. It is also available as a downloadable PDF for quick reference on site.

Following these guidelines helps reduce downtime from injuries, keeps event schedules on track, and demonstrates compliance with legal duties, protecting the organisation’s reputation and avoiding costly investigations.

For further information see the HSE guidance on walking‑working surfaces: HSG227.

Compliant with the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 and BS EN 13845:2017 slip‑resistance requirements.