Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls: A Guide for Employees
Course Description:
Slips, trips, and falls are among the most common causes of injury on the job and at home. Everyone slips, trips, or falls on occasion, but sometimes, the result can be serious, painful—and even deadly—injuries. It’s important to recognize slip, trip, and fall hazards on the job when you see them so that you can take proper precautions to prevent accidents and protect yourself and coworkers from injury.
Course Duration: 15 minutes
Why “Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls: A Guide for Employees” Matters:
At the completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
- Identify slip, trip, and fall hazards
- Select appropriate practices for preventing slips and trips both indoors and outdoors
- Recall practices for using stairs and ladders safely
- Describe methods to minimize injuries if a fall occurs
