PPT-Slips, Trips, and Falls

Slips Trips and Falls continue to be a major hazard to students and personnel alike at Team Lee SLIPS Floors do not usually pose much hazard to their users unless conditions such as rain or snow create wet or icy surfaces To prevent slips watch where you are stepping If the floor is wet find a way to lessen the hazard Post Wet Floor signs in the area until you mop up the excess water and place a mat in the entranceway . 1 – A WORD FROM THE DEFENCE By: Daniel I. Reisler and Mouna B. Hanna REISLER FRANKLIN LLP Toronto, Ontario So you ha ve been retained to defend against a slip /trip and fall claim. Where do you November 2010 Safety Meeting Presentation . Developed by: Karen . Hsi. , EH&S Student Intern. Why is prevention of . slips, trips, and falls. important?. Constitutes majority of accidents in industries. and. . Falls. Fall Factors. Friction. Momentum. Gravity. 1a. What happens when . you slip. Loss of balance . caused by too . little friction. Loss of traction. Wet surfaces. Spills. 2a. What happens when . Falling into the Water. Notes for Guidance. This Engagement Pack IS NOT to . be used for skills training or a task requiring a licensed . operator. This IS NOT . a tool box talk. This is an opportunity for staff on board to talk about safety without feeling rushed to commence their . & Falls. Costs of slips, trips & falls (STFs). Definitions. Causes of STFs. Risk factors. Prevention/minimization. Objectives. Slips, trips & falls can happen anywhere in your operation. Slips & trips can result in falls, possibly disability or death. Slips, Trips, Falls, and Back Safety. January 2013. Introduction. http://. www.flickr.com/photos/aimeeorleans/274376394. http://www.flickr.com/photos/mike-burns/1670557045/. http://www.flickr.com/photos/84971119@N00/6329906815/. Slip. Slip. Trip. When your foot (or lower leg) hits an object and your upper body continues moving, throwing you off balance.. Trip. When you step down unexpectedly to a lower surface (Misstep) and lose your balance, e.g., stepping off a curb. . Regulations. WAC 296-24 and WAC 297-800. See something, say something, do something. Learning Objectives. After completing this lesson, you will . be . able to…. Define circumstances of slip, trips and falls.. October 21, 2014. John Able, CSP. CONN-OSHA. Think about:. Slip, Trip & Fall hazardous conditions you have observed. Any accidents and/or injuries you have seen resulting from Slips, Trips & Falls. SLIPS:. . Floors do not usually pose much hazard to their users unless conditions such as rain or snow create wet or icy surfaces. To prevent slips, watch where you are stepping. If the floor is wet, find a way to lessen the hazard. Post “Wet Floor” signs in the area until you mop up the excess water and place a mat in the entranceway. . 6-19-12. Disclaimers. 4/11/2012. 2. This material was produced under a grant . (SH22284SH1) . from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial products, or organization imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.. November 2010 Safety Meeting Presentation . Developed by: Karen . Hsi. , EH&S Student Intern. Why is prevention of . slips, trips, and falls. important?. Constitutes majority of accidents in industries. Slips, Trips and Falls “This material was produced under the grant SH-22219-SH1 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.” For use in conjunction with . 5-Minute Safety Talk. While each of our jobs are different, for most of us, walking is part of our workday. Whether it’s walking the factory floor, taking a stroll outside during a break or getting from one meeting to another, we are on our feet at least part of the day. With all of that foot traffic, there is always the potential for a fall..