TOOL BOX TALKS Safe Working at External Locations
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TOOL BOX TALKS Safe Working at External Locations
![Before the visit • Make sure office knows where you are going and • Before the visit • Make sure office knows where you are going and •](http://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h2/b43a3ba6fb56463fa8f114463ccd0f6e/image-2.jpg)
Before the visit • Make sure office knows where you are going and • • • how long you will be there Check mobile phone charged and speed dial emergency numbers entered Check client risk assessment/other info before first visit Ensure adequate petrol and vehicle in good condition before departing Lock vehicle whilst driving Do not leave items on seat
![Arriving at visit • Park in well-lit area in direction of exit travel • Arriving at visit • Park in well-lit area in direction of exit travel •](http://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h2/b43a3ba6fb56463fa8f114463ccd0f6e/image-3.jpg)
Arriving at visit • Park in well-lit area in direction of exit travel • Do not enter if unrestrained, potentially aggressive animals • Before knocking listen for arguments or anything that may make you feel uneasy • Leave if any evidence of threat or safety issue • Drive away from premises before stopping and ringing manager to advise
![During the visit • If unfamiliar person opens door make sure client present before During the visit • If unfamiliar person opens door make sure client present before](http://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h2/b43a3ba6fb56463fa8f114463ccd0f6e/image-4.jpg)
During the visit • If unfamiliar person opens door make sure client present before entering • Be aware of and know your exits – keep self between client and exit when possible • Keep keys and mobile phone on person • Don’t carry personal items not needed for visit • Leave if any evidence of threat • Use any PPE or safety equipment provided
![Transporting Clients • Check mobility needs prior to visit • Ensure clients seated appropriately Transporting Clients • Check mobility needs prior to visit • Ensure clients seated appropriately](http://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h2/b43a3ba6fb56463fa8f114463ccd0f6e/image-5.jpg)
Transporting Clients • Check mobility needs prior to visit • Ensure clients seated appropriately to minimise behaviour and not behind driver when possible • Lock all PPE, hazardous substances, sharps, documentation in a safe area of the vehicle out of reach from client. • Ensure remote locking mechanism in place • Park in well-lit area with surface which will minimise risk of slip/trip/fall • Be aware of emergency procedures when in community buildings
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