Safety Awareness for Slips, Trips, and Falls
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By: National Account Executive Patrick Cunningham, Federated Mutual Insurance Company
It only takes a moment, but a slip, trip, or fall at your business or at a worksite could have devastating and long-lasting consequences. Keeping your employees safe isn’t just common sense, it’s a solid risk management practice. Did you know:
- Falls that stem from slipping and tripping are the second-most common cause of workplace injuries.1
- 20-30% of workplace falls lead to injuries like deep bruising, broken bones, or concussions.1
- 15% of all workplace deaths are the result of slips, trips, and falls.1
Conduct a Job Hazard Analysis
Air conditioning contractors face many challenges in their day-to-day jobs. Certain work may require a job hazard analysis to determine potential risks before they occur, including a safety evaluation of the employees who will be completing certain tasks, the tasks themselves, tools involved, and the work environment. This can help to develop standard operating procedures moving forward.
Take Action
Safe work practices, including the ones listed above, can include, but are not limited to:
- Using a checklist to evaluate safety at each jobsite
- Providing adequate work-rest periods so employees stay alert and refreshed
- Having cleaning supplies on hand and cleaning spills immediately
- Maintaining well-lit facilities
- Following building codes
- Hanging up warning signs as needed
- Using correct tools, ladders, and protective gear for designated jobs
- Keeping walkways, entrances, and exits free of obstructions
- Installing non-skid surfaces
- Encouraging employees to keep work areas clean
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This article is for general information and risk prevention only and should not be considered legal or other expert advice. The recommendations herein may help reduce, but are not guaranteed to eliminate any or all risk of loss. This is not provided as a substitute for any OSHA or other regulatory standards that may apply. The information herein may be subject to, and is not a substitute for any laws of regulations that may apply. This information is accurate as of its publication date and is subject to change. Some of the services referenced herein may be provided by third parties wholly independent of Federated. Federated provides access to these services with the understanding that neither Federated not its employees provide legal or expert advice. All products and services not available in all states. Qualified counsel should be sought with questions specific to your circumstances and applicable laws.
- Slips, Trips, and Falls: Preventing Workplace Trip Hazards. https://www.osha.com/blog/slips-trips-falls-prevention Accessed 6/26/24.
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