Slips, Trips, and Falls & Good Housekeeping

Length

30 minutes

Outline

Why do falls occur?

Hazards

• Slip Hazards (spills, oil, grease ice, wet/mopped floors)
• Trip Hazards (uneven footing, cords, hoses, equipment, carpet edges)
• Poor visibility
• Stairways
• Ramps
• Transition areas (on/off carpets, inside/outdoors)
• Heavy / Awkward Loads
• Obstructed Aisles

Using Equipment Correctly

• Tools - power cords, hoses
• Portable ladders and steps
• Handrails
• Good Housekeeping

Footwear

Materials

TV/VCR 

Handouts:

Avoiding Slips, Trips, and Falls
Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls

Videos:

Avoiding Slips, Trips, and Falls (15 min)

Miscellaneous

N/A