COVID-19: Positive observation – maintaining social distancing during toolbox talks and meetings
- Safety Flash
- Published on 5 May 2020
- Generated on 5 December 2025
- IMCA SF 15/20
- 1 minute read
What happened?
The local mooring department of a contractor member has enforced strict physical distancing in external areas for toolbox talks (TBT) and other operational meetings.
Circle markings on the ground to indicate how far apart individuals should stand while attending a toolbox talk meeting. This initiative was proposed and fully implemented by the local team.
Members may wish to refer to:
- Guidance on crew management during the COVID-19 outbreak (IMCA HSS 01/20)
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