Avoiding Slips and Trips

Overview

Slips and trips are the most common cause of injury both in and out of the workplace. This take 5 explains how to avoid slips and trips.

Objectives

In this course you will learn:

• Why controlling slips and trips is important
• The major areas of risk
• How to control for the main risks
• How to spot slips and trips risks in your workplace
• Safe spillage cleaning techniques

About the Course

Slips, trips and falls are the among the most common causes of injuries in the workplace, causing a third of all non-fatal work accidents. In almost all cases, they can be easily avoided.

It is every employer’s responsibility to ensure the working environment is safe for all staff. Part of this is undertaking regular risk assessments and offering appropriate health and safety training.