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Slips, Trips, Falls

Updated: Jan 2, 2019


Slips, trips and falls is the number 1 reason for an industrial injury in the United States. Thousands of disabling injuries—and even deaths—occur each year as a result of slips, trips, and falls:

• From heights, on stairs, and on level ground

• At work and at home



Pay Attention to Your Movements and Surroundings

· Focus on where you're going, what you're doing, and what lies ahead.

· Expect the unexpected.

· Take responsibility for fixing, removing, or avoiding hazards in your path.

· Wear sturdy shoes with nonskid soles and flat heels.

· Avoid baggy or loose pants you could trip over.

· Walk, don't run.

· Wipe your feet when you come in from rain or snow.

· Report or replace any burned out lights or inadequate lighting.

· Watch out for floors that are uneven, have holes, etc.

· Keep your hands at your sides, not in your pockets, for balance.

· Don't carry loads you can't see over.

· Walk slowly on slippery surfaces. —Slide your feet and avoid sharp turns.

· Sit in chairs with all four chair legs on the floor.

· Make sure all wheels or casters are on the floor.


Author: Deborah Grow, Compliance Specialist

Private Safety Consultant, Assistant Damon Fall Protection and Coordinator EHS Network ~ Kansas.

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