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Slip, Trip and Fall Prevention
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The Most Deadly Hazard
Slips-and-falls account for more workplace injuries and deaths annually than any other accident category
Most of us don’t pay attention to slip, trip and fall hazards until it’s too late
Slips-and-falls are preventable
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Dangerous Surfaces
Wet and worn surfaces cause two out of every three falls
Any floor can become a hazard if damaged or if something is spilled on it– Broken tiles, wrinkled or loose carpeting – Spills: oil, water, coffee, grease, cleaners
Different surfaces have different traction
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Dangerous Surfaces
To be safe
– Keep walkways and working areas clean and dry. Watch for and clean up small spills immediately
– Cross unavoidable surface hazards carefully
– Always mark hazards
– Walk and work only where designated
– Look out for surface changes
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Obstructions
Tripping hazards can take you down– Obstacles and obstructions include
both permanent fixtures and objects just left lying around
To be safe:– Keep floors, working places and
passageways clear of obstructions
– Don’t take shortcuts
– Housekeeping! Housekeeping!
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Changes in Floor Height
Hazards to look for:
– Slopes, three or fewer steps, ramps, ledges
To be safe
– Pay close attention when movingfrom room to room / area to area
– Look for color markingsshowing uneven areas
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Improper Footwear
Your shoes could be a hazard– Even the safest non-slip surface can be
compromised by worn or improper footwear
To be safe:
– Double check older,comfortable shoes
– Keep shoes clean
– Replace old footwear
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Additional Hazards
Lighting:
– Never enter a poorly lit area
– Report poor lightingconditions immediately
Behavior-based hazards
– Inattentiveness
– Carrying too much
– Running and horseplay
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Falls from Above
#1 cause of workplace deaths
Every year, falls from:
– Ladders kill 300 people and hurt 175,000 more
– Stairways disable 33,000 people
– Scaffolds kill 50 people and injure 4,500 more
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Preventing Falls From Ladders
Always inspect first
Use on firm, levelsurfaces only
Protect from all traffic
Keep your hands free
Keep your body centered
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Preventing Falls From Ladders
When using a stepladder:– Lock spreaders– Don’t stand above the second-to-top step
When using an extension ladder:– Use the one-to-four rule– Allow proper overhang – Secure it at the top and bottom– Don’t stand above the third-to-top step
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Other Fall Hazards
Stairways– A special danger– Inspect for damage– Always use handrails– Watch heavy or awkward loads
Scaffolding and Platforms– Assemble properly– Keep planks level, clean and dry– Use fall protection where required– Use lifting devices to bring
up supplies
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Other Fall Hazards
Loading Dock– High risk of exposure to poor surface conditions– Never jump off a dock!– Keep dock doors closed
Vehicles– Use caution stepping into or out of all vehicles– Don't jump from trucks or other equipment
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Fall Prevention
Setting up barriers to help prevent falls
Unprotected wall openings and floor holes
– Guardrails
– Hole Covers
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Fall Protection
Designed to save you in the event of a fall– Necessary @ 6 feet or more
Nets– Proper inspection
and placement
Harnesses, Lifelines, Lanyards– Proper inspection
and use
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If You Spot a Hazard
F – Fix F – Flag F – Forewarn F – Find
Falls happen quickly