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The SMIA Safety Committee and Signal Safety Team have created a library of topics for Safety Meetings, or Toolbox Talks called Focus on Safety
"Stop Work Authority” is often misunderstood to mean completely halting operations for an extended period, which has a negative connotation. However, this is a misconception. By investing a little time and effort in thoughtful pre-planning before starting work or making changes to a task already in progress, almost all accidents can be prevented.
Full Focus on Safety: Take 5 Pause (Stop Work) Authority & Obligation
Check out our full Focus on Safety Library on the Safety Resources page.
If you have suggestions or ideas for any new Focus on Safety, please get in touch with your local Signal Safety Manager.
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