TOOLBOX TALK: CHARGING CORDLESS HAND TOOL BATTERIES ON MCWPS AND CONSTRUCTION HOISTS
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Mast Climbing Work Platforms (MCWPs) and Construction Hoists (CHs) are sometimes fitted with electrical outlets on the platform that enable operatives to use electrically powered hand tools and other equipment. IPAF does not recommend these electrical outlets are used to charge hand tool batteries.
WHO NEEDS TO KNOW?
This Toolbox Talk applies to all individuals involved with the use of rechargeable hand tools containing lithium-ion batteries, including:
→ Users (those in control of the equipment).
→ Operators of hand tools.
→ Managers and supervisors.
→ MCWP CH Installers.
WHAT IS A TOOLBOX TALK?
Toolbox Talks are short discussion sessions that allow you and your workers to explore the risks and safety issues specific to your work site. The talks should focus on a single topic. A Toolbox Talk should be a regular occurrence to reinforce learning and gain worker buy-in.
IPAF TOOLBOX TALKS
IPAF’s Toolbox Talks focus on key issues when using MEWPs, as well as mast climbing work platforms (MCWPs) or hoists. The talks build on the safety messages highlighted through the Andy Access campaign (www.ipaf.org/andyaccess), and these posters will form part of your briefing. It is advisable that these posters be used throughout your worksite to reinforce your safety messages.
Ref: TE-1112-EN-US-V3.0-2026-05-12
