Are stairs suitable, are risers consistent, are nosings highlighted where necessary, are usable handrails available. Is the floor suitable for the environment, fitted correctly and properly maintained. A slip happens when there's insufficient traction between your foot and the walking-working surface, causing a sudden loss of balance. Is the cleaning regime effective? Are there enough bins, storage facilities etc? Design and maintenance Slips and trips can lead to falls, but there's a pretty clear distinction between the two. Employees and cleaners need to have 'a see it, sort it' attitude to ensure these and other work areas are kept clear. It is not just good enough to have a walkway, it must be kept clear, no trailing wires, no obstructions. This can be a result of water, oil, grease, or dust on the floor. What tasks are taking place on the walkway, is the task preventing the employee from seeing where he is going for example. Slips happen where there is not enough grip or traction between the footwear and the walking surface. Distractions are anything that draws a person’s attention away from the task at hand, and in the modern world, our devices top the list. Preventing trips Trip potential triangle WalkwaysĬheck for a suitable walkways - Are they in the right place, are they being used, are they available for use? Slip, trip, and fall occurrences have much to do with the human elements of distraction, complacency, and stress, just to name a few. You need to get all three right (walkways, housekeeping and design and maintenance), to prevent tripping accidents.
Preventing these accidents is often simple and cost-effective. Slips consist of situations in which you lose your footing and balance. The majority of trips are caused by obstructions in walkways. Technically speaking, slips, trips and falls are three separate things. Slip and fall dangers are present in every workplace. One or more of these factors may play a part in any slip accident. The following model will help you understand the factors that can contribute to slip accidents and the action to take to prevent them. The solutions are often simple and cost-effective and a basic assessment of the risks should help to identify what employers can do to tackle slips and trips risks. The discussion guide and checklist can be printed at your workplace.Slip and trip accidents happen for a number of reasons. Slips and trips Slips and trips Most slips occur when floors become wet or contaminated and many trips are due to poor housekeeping.
We suggest posting near entrances as a reminder before workers venture outside. Posters (11x17) can be ordered from Communications. This slide may lead to a se-vere loss of balance that can result in a fall. A slip is a sudden loss of footing on a walkway surface resulting in an unexpected slide of the foot. Browse these resources to learn what you can do to prevent them. A person can slip on a spill or trip over an object, resulting in loss of balance and a fall. Use these resources to help instill a safety mindset this winter. Slip and fall prevention Slips, trips, and falls cause an average of 15 percent of all accidental deaths, second only to motor vehicles. That’s a lot! THERE ARE THREE MAJOR CAUSES OF SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS AT THE SAME LEVEL Who could have guessed that almost 1 in 4 injured workers got hurt by falling at the same level due to a slip or trip. WHAT ARE THE CAUSES?ĭid you know 23% of all lost-time claims are workers injured by slips and trips at the same level? When we think of people being injured from a fall, we often think of workers falling from heights, such as from a roof or a ladder. Anyone can do it! All it takes is a watchful eye and a commitment to looking out for your own safety, and that of your co-workers. In addition to raising awareness around the issue, we are challenging New Brunswickers to help us out. That’s why we've launched the Slips, Trips and Falls campaign.
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