Slips, Trips and falls are commonplace incidents at most workplaces. But what are the main causes for them to occur? Anything from slippery surfaces to hoses lying carelessly across a path and even failure to wear head protection could cause a really painful fall. However, the causes could be both – behavioral or conditional.
As far as behavioral safety is concerned, it is important to have your eyes on the path before you at all times. Many times, you could come across slippery or uneven paths, and can avoid falling if you only watch where you are going. Most people think that is obvious, as it takes just a bit of common sense. But, in most fall cases, the cause has been that the person concerned was not watching where he was going.
The shoes that you wear can also help prevent falls. The soles and the type of heels should first be evaluated before buying. In many fall cases, the primary cause was found to be inappropriate footwear.
Another cause for slippery surfaces in when people drop coffee or any liquid substance and don't clean it up. Slippery surfaces like oil leaks and spilled liquids should be cleaned immediately and other events such as oil leaks should be tended to immediately as well. Uneven surfaces are another major cause for injury.
Hoses and other objects lying carelessly across paths are a potential hazard. Use cord protectors and overhead hoses to reduce these dangers.
OSHA requires the use of fall protection devices at the workplace for those workers who work six feet above the ground. Employees should be trained in the use of this equipment.
Being prepared for these harads could drastically reduce any fall, slip, or trip injuries at the workplace.
As far as behavioral safety is concerned, it is important to have your eyes on the path before you at all times. Many times, you could come across slippery or uneven paths, and can avoid falling if you only watch where you are going. Most people think that is obvious, as it takes just a bit of common sense. But, in most fall cases, the cause has been that the person concerned was not watching where he was going.
The shoes that you wear can also help prevent falls. The soles and the type of heels should first be evaluated before buying. In many fall cases, the primary cause was found to be inappropriate footwear.
Another cause for slippery surfaces in when people drop coffee or any liquid substance and don't clean it up. Slippery surfaces like oil leaks and spilled liquids should be cleaned immediately and other events such as oil leaks should be tended to immediately as well. Uneven surfaces are another major cause for injury.
Hoses and other objects lying carelessly across paths are a potential hazard. Use cord protectors and overhead hoses to reduce these dangers.
OSHA requires the use of fall protection devices at the workplace for those workers who work six feet above the ground. Employees should be trained in the use of this equipment.
Being prepared for these harads could drastically reduce any fall, slip, or trip injuries at the workplace.
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