Preventing Workplace Slips, Trips, and Falls

David Richardson, CSP MS MBASr. Safety and Health ConsultantWorkers Compensation Fund

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WalkSafeI. IntroductionII. Hazards & Controls

1. Housekeeping2. Flooring & Walking Surfaces3. Poor Drainage4. Ice & Snow5. Inadequate Lighting6. Stairs and Handrails7. Footwear8. Distracted Walking

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WalkSafeIII. Appendix

1. What to Do if You are Falling2. Safety Standards3. Resources

a. g-force Calculatorb. Kinetic Energy of Falls Calculatorc. Slip Meters