Flooring Toolbox Talk

Timber, carpet, vinyl, concrete grinding, and epoxy coatings

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Flooring work involves hazards from chemical exposure (adhesives, epoxy resins, solvents), silica dust from concrete grinding, and ergonomic risks from prolonged kneeling and manual handling.

Our flooring SWMS pack covers 10 activities including timber floor installation, carpet laying, vinyl and sheet flooring, concrete grinding and polishing, epoxy coating application, floor preparation, and subfloor work. Documents address hazards such as chemical fume exposure, silica dust inhalation, manual handling of heavy materials, slip and trip hazards, and noise and vibration from grinding equipment.

Key Hazards Covered

Chemical exposure from adhesives, solvents and epoxy resins
Silica dust from concrete grinding and cutting
Manual handling of heavy flooring materials
Prolonged kneeling and ergonomic strain
Noise and vibration from grinding equipment
Slip and trip hazards on work surfaces

Relevant Australian Standards

AS/NZS 1715 Respiratory protective devices
AS 1940 Storage and handling of flammable liquids
AS/NZS 2161 Occupational protective gloves
AS/NZS 1269 Occupational noise management

Individual Documents — $20.95 each

	Document	Price
	Toolbox Talk — Timber Floor Installation (Solid) What's inside this document 6 hazards covered 8 controls discussed 5 key talking points 4 discussion questions 5 PPE items specified 15 minute talk Attendance register Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011, Reg 36 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 39 (noise exposure) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 351 - Hazardous chemicals PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hearing protection (Class 5) (AS/NZS 1270) P2 respirator (AS/NZS 1716) Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3) Knee pads (AS/NZS 2210.3)	$20.95
	Toolbox Talk — Timber Floor Installation (Engineered/Floating) What's inside this document 6 hazards covered 8 controls discussed 5 key talking points 5 discussion questions 5 PPE items specified 15 minute talk Attendance register Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011, Reg 36 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 39 (noise exposure) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 351 - Hazardous chemicals PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hearing protection (AS/NZS 1270) P2 respirator (AS/NZS 1716) Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3) Knee pads (AS/NZS 2210.3)	$20.95
	Toolbox Talk — Timber Floor Sanding and Polishing What's inside this document 6 hazards covered 8 controls discussed 5 key talking points 4 discussion questions 7 PPE items specified 15 minute talk Attendance register Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011, Reg 36 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 39 (noise exposure) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 49 (airborne contaminants) PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) P2 respirator (sanding) (AS/NZS 1716) Half-face respirator with A1 organic vapour cartridge (coating) (AS/NZS 1716) Hearing protection (Class 5) (AS/NZS 1270) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3) Knee pads (AS/NZS 2210.3) Nitrile gloves (coating application) (AS/NZS 2161.1)	$20.95
	Toolbox Talk — Tile Installation (Floor) What's inside this document 6 hazards covered 8 controls discussed 5 key talking points 3 discussion questions 7 PPE items specified 15 minute talk Attendance register Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011, Reg 36 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 49 (airborne contaminants) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 351 - Hazardous chemicals PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) P2 respirator (AS/NZS 1716) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3) Nitrile gloves (AS/NZS 2161.10) Knee pads (AS/NZS 2210.3) Cut-resistant gloves (tile handling) (AS/NZS 2161.3) Hearing protection (angle grinder use) (AS/NZS 1270)	$20.95
	Toolbox Talk — Tile Installation (Wet Areas with Waterproofing) What's inside this document 6 hazards covered 8 controls discussed 5 key talking points 5 discussion questions 6 PPE items specified 15 minute talk Attendance register Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011, Reg 36 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 49 (airborne contaminants) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 351 - Hazardous chemicals PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) P2 respirator (dust work) (AS/NZS 1716) Half-face respirator with A1 cartridge (membrane/coating) (AS/NZS 1716) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Nitrile gloves (AS/NZS 2161.10) Safety footwear (non-slip) (AS/NZS 2210.3) Knee pads (AS/NZS 2210.3)	$20.95
	Toolbox Talk — Carpet Installation What's inside this document 6 hazards covered 8 controls discussed 5 key talking points 2 discussion questions 4 PPE items specified 15 minute talk Attendance register Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011, Reg 36 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 351 - Hazardous chemicals PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) Heavy-duty knee pads (AS/NZS 2210.3) Cut-resistant gloves (AS/NZS 2161.3) Safety footwear (thick sole) (AS/NZS 2210.3) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)	$20.95
	Toolbox Talk — Vinyl and Laminate Flooring Installation What's inside this document 6 hazards covered 8 controls discussed 5 key talking points 4 discussion questions 6 PPE items specified 15 minute talk Attendance register Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011, Reg 36 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 49 (airborne contaminants) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 351 - Hazardous chemicals PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) P2 respirator (grinding) (AS/NZS 1716) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Knee pads (AS/NZS 2210.3) Cut-resistant gloves (AS/NZS 2161.3) Nitrile gloves (adhesive work) (AS/NZS 2161.1) Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)	$20.95
	Toolbox Talk — Concrete Floor Preparation (Grinding, Levelling) What's inside this document 6 hazards covered 8 controls discussed 5 key talking points 5 discussion questions 6 PPE items specified 15 minute talk Attendance register Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011, Reg 36 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 49 (airborne contaminants) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 39 (noise exposure) PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) P2 respirator (minimum) or PAPR (AS/NZS 1716) Hearing protection (Class 5) (AS/NZS 1270) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Safety footwear (non-slip) (AS/NZS 2210.3) Nitrile gloves (AS/NZS 2161.10) Knee pads (AS/NZS 2210.3)	$20.95
	Toolbox Talk — Epoxy and Resin Flooring What's inside this document 6 hazards covered 8 controls discussed 5 key talking points 3 discussion questions 7 PPE items specified 15 minute talk Attendance register Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011, Reg 36 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 49 (airborne contaminants) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 351 (hazardous chemicals) PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) Nitrile chemical-resistant gloves (0.3 mm min) (AS/NZS 2161.10) Chemical splash goggles (AS/NZS 1337.1) Half-face respirator with A1B1E1 cartridge (AS/NZS 1716) PAPR with P3 filter (grinding phase) (AS/NZS 1716) Disposable coveralls (Category III Type 5/6) Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3) Spike shoes (wet epoxy walking) (N/A)	$20.95
	Toolbox Talk — Subfloor Preparation and Repair What's inside this document 6 hazards covered 8 controls discussed 5 key talking points 4 discussion questions 6 PPE items specified 15 minute talk Attendance register Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011, Reg 36 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 66 (confined spaces) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291(1)(f) - Work in or near confined space PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) P2 respirator (AS/NZS 1716) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3) Heavy-duty leather gloves (AS/NZS 2161.3) Hearing protection (AS/NZS 1270) Knee pads (AS/NZS 2210.3)	$20.95

Flooring Toolbox Talk — Common Questions

How often should toolbox talks be held?

Most WHS guidelines recommend weekly toolbox talks, or before any new high-risk activity begins. Regular talks demonstrate ongoing safety consultation with workers.

What topics do your toolbox talks cover?

Each toolbox talk covers trade-specific hazards, safe work procedures, PPE requirements, and emergency protocols relevant to that trade's activities.

Do toolbox talks include an attendance register?

Yes. Every Toolbox Talk document includes an attendance register for worker sign-off, providing evidence of WHS consultation.

Are toolbox talks a legal requirement?

While not explicitly mandated by name, WHS legislation requires PCBUs to consult with workers on safety matters. Documented toolbox talks are the most common way to demonstrate this consultation.

Last updated: March 2026

Flooring Toolbox Talk

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