While it’s no shocker that motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of accidental deaths, did you know that something as simple and often times preventable as slips, trips and falls are the second leading cause of accidental death? Unless you work in a Safety or Risk Management role, you probably don’t give a lot of thought to this topic. Here’s why you should.
The good news? While one of the most frequently reporting injuries, it’s also one of the most preventable type of accident or injury that occurs in the workplace. Here’s little insight into the most frequent causes as well as some tips for prevention:
Causes:
- Dirty, freshly waxed, wet, poor conditioned or transitioning walking surfaces
- Uneven or irregular surfaces
- Mounting or dismounting from equipment, vehicle, ladders or platforms
- Weather hazards
- Uncovered hoses, wires or cluttered walking surfaces
- Poor lighting conditions, improperly fitting safety equipment, poor hazard signage
- Fatigue, poor visibility, impairment due to drugs or alcohol, carelessness
- Carrying objects improperly, distracted employees, rushed employees
Prevention Tips:
- Good housekeeping and regular maintenance of surfaces and work environments
- Training on safe lifting, carrying and safe fall techniques
- Wearing proper footwear and PPE
- Maintain all equipment to prevent leaks, spills, and drips
- Install slip-resistant floors in high risk areas
- Make sure all loose hoses, wires or cords are properly secured and marked
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