PPT-Slips, Trips, and Falls!

November 2010 Safety Meeting Presentation Developed by Karen Hsi EHampS Student Intern Why is prevention of slips trips and falls important Constitutes majority of accidents in industries. 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. . Slips trips & falls. Overturning of plant and equipment. Interaction of vehicular and pedestrian Risk assessment A steep slope risk assessment and SWMS facilitate the implementation of appropriate A comedian slips on a banana peel and the audience laughs. A schoolchild falls as he walks to the blackboard and another stu dent asks, “Have a good trip?” The jokes are familiar, but 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 . REDUCING SLIPS, TRIPS & FALLS. Inspect steps to ensure that there are no defects before climbing on. A quick visual check should be completed during the pre-trip inspection. Corrections should be made prior to use.. 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. Oh My!. With the group around you review how Norman defines these three terms and how they interrelate.. Slips and Mistakes are both types of errors. A person has an intention to take a particular action.. 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.. 12/12/16. Slips, Trips, and Falls. Target Audience. All UAF . employees. Objectives. Increase employee awareness to recognize slip, trip, and fall hazards at UAF. Encourage employee participation in identifying, . 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. . 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..