Get Slips, Trips, And Falls Safety Quiz

Identifying slip and trip hazards ridges in floors or carpets • worn floor coverings or broken tiles • potholes and cracks in floors • changes in floor level • thresholds and doorstops • floor sockets and phone jacks • cables from power extension units • loads that obstruct vision • obstacles in traffic areas.

The majority of trips are caused by obstructions in walkways. The rest are caused by uneven surfaces. Preventing these accidents is often simple and cost-effective. You need to get all three right (walkways, housekeeping and design and maintenance), to prevent tripping accidents.

Common causes of tripping are: obstructed view. poor lighting. clutter in your way. wrinkled carpeting. uncovered cables. bottom drawers not being closed. uneven (steps, thresholds) walking surfaces.

OSHA regulates slips, trips & falls under Subpart D, "Walking-Working Surfaces." These requirements apply to all general industry workplaces. It also covers all walking and work surfaces within these workplaces regardless of operations, including floors, aisles, stairs, ladders, platforms, roofs, etc.

Loss of traction is the leading cause of workplace slips. hazards like ice or snow. Slips are more likely to occur when you hurry or run, wear the wrong kind of shoes, or don't pay attention to where you're walking.

Food services, housekeeping, and maintenance staff are at greatest risk for a STF due to exposure to water, grease, or slippery walking surfaces. Staff that work in areas that are continually wet, such as dishwashing and surgical instrument decontamination areas can benefit from slip- resistant shoes.

Many factors can cause slips, trips and falls. These include: methods of cleaning, flooring type, footwear, levels of lighting, contrast between floors, walls and doors, and obstructions or other trip hazards.