What is a toolbox talk?

A toolbox talk is a short, informal safety meeting, usually held at the start of a shift or before a job. It covers one topic, such as a hazard, a task or a piece of equipment, and gives your team a chance to ask questions and raise concerns.

How long does each talk take?

About 5 minutes, or a little longer if your team gets talking. That’s the idea.

Do I have to run toolbox talks?

WHS laws don’t require toolbox talks by name. They do require you to consult your workers about health and safety, and to give them the information, training and instruction they need to work safely. Regular toolbox talks are one of the simplest ways to do both, and the signed attendance record shows you’ve done it.

How often should I run a toolbox talk?

Many businesses run one a week, and some run one at every prestart. Run one whenever there’s a new hazard, task or piece of equipment, or after an incident or near miss.

Can I buy single toolbox talks?

Our toolbox talks are sold in bundles, so you always have the next topic ready. Each industry bundle has 33 to 50 talks, enough for most of a year at one talk a week.

Can I add my logo and change the talks?

Yes. Every talk is a Word document, so you can add your logo and change anything to suit your site and equipment.

Do I need to edit the talk before I run it?

Read it through first and adjust anything that doesn’t match your site, equipment or how your team works.

Should I get an industry bundle or the Ultimate Bundle?

If your work sits in one industry, the industry bundle has the topics you need. If you work across several trades or sites, or want the full library, the Ultimate Bundle gives you all 281 talks for $297.

What if the talks don’t suit my work?

You’re covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee if the bundle isn’t fit for purpose. We also include 12 months free phone and email support.

Toolbox Talks

For Small to Medium Australian Businesses

Buy Now, From $97

Trusted by 15,000+ Australian Businesses

Ready to Run

Pre-written talks you can deliver in about 5 minutes.

Save Time &
Money

No more scrambling for a topic before the prestart.

Fully Editable Documents

Fully editable Microsoft Word doc, so you can change anything.

2026
Editions

Written to current Australian WHS regulations.

Toolbox Talks Your Team Will Actually Listen To

A good toolbox talk keeps safety front of mind and gets your team talking about the hazards in their work. Our talks are pre-written and ready to run. Every one covers the hazards, what to check before you start, safe work practices, PPE, and reporting and emergency actions. Each talk also includes a real-world example and questions for the team, so it becomes a conversation, not a lecture.

Every talk finishes with five key takeaways and a meeting record and attendance sign-off page. You’ll have a record of what was covered and who was there.

Industry Toolbox Talk Bundles

Get the toolbox talks your industry needs in one download. Each bundle includes between 33 and 50 talks: the topics picked for your type of work, plus 17 core talks every workplace needs, such as first aid, manual handling, fatigue and psychosocial hazards. All for $97, which works out to less than $3 a talk.

Toolbox Talk Product Details

Overview

Every toolbox talk is a ready-to-use Microsoft Word template, written by WHS specialists and aligned to Australian WHS legislation. It suits all states and territories, including Victoria. You’ll get your download straight away, plus an email with your link.

What’s in every toolbox talk

The hazards for the topic
Before you start: the checks to do first
Safe work practices
PPE required
Reporting and emergency actions
A real-world example to bring the topic to life
Four questions for the team, to get everyone involved
Five key takeaways to finish the talk
Meeting record and attendance sign-off page

Who are these toolbox talks for?

Small and medium businesses that run regular prestart or toolbox meetings. That includes building and construction, trades, manufacturing and workshops, cleaning, hospitality, retail, transport and warehousing, agriculture, property maintenance, security and more.

Use them for

Prestart and toolbox meetings: pick a talk and run it in about 5 minutes
Consultation records: keep a signed record of what was covered and who attended
Inductions and refreshers: brief new starters on the hazards in your work
Audits and tenders: show clients and auditors your safety talks are happening

Frequently Asked Questions

Have You Got A Question?

If you have any questions about our products or your specific needs, please contact our team – we're here to help.

CONTACT US

What Our Clients Are Saying

Exceptional Service

Delivered exceptional service for our WHS document needs. The documents were highly professional, delivered promptly, and their customer service was excellent. They exceeded our expectations, making the process stress-free and efficient. We highly recommend Everything OHS and will definitely return for future needs. Thank you!”

Luisa Cubito
Urban Demolition

Impressively Quick

“Very helpful and an impressively quick turnaround for a customised OHS manual. The interaction was seamless, and the provided document is aligned with the current regulations. Very happy, would highly recommend.”

Tracey Colver

CombiTel

Highly Recommend

“Would highly recommend Everything OHS for your business needs. We reached out and received a reply straight away. The service was quick and helpful and very happy to help.”

Nadine

Fergs Haulage

WHS Manuals

QMS Manuals

EMS Manuals

Toolbox Talks

SWMS

Risk Assessments /JSA

SOPs

1300 541 248