Preventing slips and falls
- Plan ahead and avoid rushing
- Focus while walking ahead. Looking at your phone or reading paperwork can cause you to trip
- Wear footwear that has a soft rubber sole, allowing for good traction
- Use walkways that are well-lit and have been cleared and salted, as shortcuts over snow piles can lead to a fall
- Don’t carry too much; arms and hands can be used for balance and support in the case of a fall
- Use handrails when climbing stairs
- If you find that it is unsafe to enter the home, don’t go in and report unsafe conditions to your supervisor
Are you prepared?
- I am wearing appropriate footwear
- I have checked to ensure there is good lighting outside and inside the home
- I have checked walkways and stairs to ensure that they are
- in good repair and clear of debris
- I will keep my work area tidy to eliminate slip and trip hazards
- I will avoid multi-tasking and holding large objects so that I can see where I am going
- I will report unsafe conditions if I see them
- I know what to do if I am injured
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