Toolbox Talk: Three Point Contact

Falling while getting into or out of heavy equipment, a truck or tractor cab, hooking up air and electrical lines, or mounting or dismounting trailers is a sure way to get seriously hurt. Even an ankle sprain can play havoc with your ability to use the clutch. Minor injuries can mean major costs for you in terms of lost income and downtime. The biggest single cause of falls from a vehicle is driver error and failure to follow the “three-point rule.”