With slips, trips and falls being the second leading cause of work-related deaths and the third leading cause of disabling work injuries it is critical to teach workers slips, trips and falls prevention. By understanding how fall factors such as balance, gravity, friction and momentum contribute to these incidents; we can take preventative measures to prevent falls. This safety video teaches employees the following tips in controlling trip and slip hazards:
- How controlling our center of gravity helps us maintain our balance
- How gravity, friction and momentum contribute to slips, trips and falls
- What precautions to take to prevent falls resulting from slips
- Why it is important to wear proper footwear for the traveling surface
- What measures to take to avoid falls resulting from trips
- What types of unsafe acts contribute to fall-related incidents
Leader's Guide...