Waste Tyre Handling Toolbox Talk

This waste tyre handling safety toolbox talk is designed for tyre fitters, fast‑fit technicians and workshop staff in the motor trade. It covers the hazards of tyre stack collapse, fire risk from shredded tyre chips, manual‑handling injuries and yard vehicle movements.

Key hazards such as crushing, burns and musculoskeletal strain are highlighted, with reference to the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and BS EN 14937 safety requirements for tyre storage.

• Use it for daily pre‑shift briefings in tyre bays and service bays.
• Use it for training new staff on safe tyre handling and fire‑prevention.
• Use it for safety audits of yard layout and storage practices.

Each section includes a purpose, what the activity involves, why injuries occur, ten do‑items, ten don’t‑items and an important summary.

The template is fully editable and shareable, allowing you to tailor it to your specific workshop layout and procedures.

Additional guidance on record‑keeping, temperature monitoring and emergency response is provided to help you maintain ongoing compliance and continuously improve safety performance.

Using this talk demonstrates a proactive approach to risk management, supports audit readiness and reinforces the legal duties under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.

Compliant with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and BS EN 14937 (tyre storage safety).