Slips Trips and Falls - 3 Focus Areas to Reduce Risk

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Simple Steps to prevent Slips Trips and Falls

The main non-fatal injury (31%) to employees as reported in 2017/18 was a Slip, Trip or Fall on the same level i.e. not from height. So, that equates to more than 170,000 Slips Trip and Falls injuries reported by Employer’s in Great Britain for the year. WOW!! Yes, there’s still quite a lot of room for improvement. What is RIDDOR Regulations

Helpful Hints to Prevent Slips Trips and Falls

There are many simple ways to control the risks of slips trips and falls in your workplace. Let’s look at some them of the most important aspects that can help you make progress.

Planning and Design

Plan pedestrian routes to avoid contaminated areas
Use entrance matting at entrances/exits
Design processes & task to minimise spill risk
Use protective bunding for potential leak sources
Floors likely to get wet or have spillages should be a suitable non-slip material
Make sure lighting is sufficient and that slopes or steps are clearly visible.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Fix leaks from machinery or buildings
Make sure that your cleaning method is effective for the type of floor you have
Minimise risk during cleaning process e.g. use wet/dry cleaner
Remove spillages promptly

Use the appropriate detergent mix to avoid residue
Check for loose, damaged and worn flooring and replace as needed
Keep walkways and work areas clear of obstructions

What can you do as an Employer/Employee?

Report any slip/trip accident or near miss to prevent future incidents
If you see a hazard i.e. spillage, obstruction – remove it, if safe to do so
Keep your workspace tidy as reasonably possible
Wear appropriate PPE e.g. non-slip footwear
Encourage others to be proactive

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Show Notes

Simple Steps to prevent Slips Trips and Falls

Helpful Hints to Prevent Slips Trips and Falls

Planning and Design

Cleaning and Maintenance

What can you do as an Employer/Employee?

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