Approximately 20% of workplace injuries are caused by slips, trips, and falls. These incidents result in an average of 11 days away from work and cost $40,000 per incident. According to a survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, slips, trips, and falls were the third-most common injury in the workplace. 
OSHA recognizes the significance of slips, trips, and falls accidents – the organization’s Walking and Working Surfaces Standard (1910.21-30) outlines the requirements employers must follow to minimize slips, trips, and falls in the workplace.
Slips, trips, and falls constitute the majority of general industry accidents. They cause 15% of all accidental deaths, and are second only to motor vehicles as a cause of fatalities. The OSHA standards for walking / working surfaces apply to all permanent places of employment, except where only domestic, mining, or agricultural work is performed.
10 Steps To Prevention
CBT partner Brady provides a broad range of products and services designed to prevent workplace slips, trips, and falls. These help reduce the number of injuries and support compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and other pertinent regulations and standards.
- Assess your slips, trips, and falls needs
- Mark aisles and passageways
- Provide traction on slippery surfaces
- Improve safety on stairs
- Mark emergency evacuation routes
- Post safety signage and labeling
- Warn of temporary hazards
- Inspect scaffolds and ladders
- Control and clean oil and spills
- Train your employees
Download Brady’s Slips, Trips, And Falls Guide to learn how to approach each the 10 steps outlined above. Talk to your CBT specialist today to address safety needs at your facility.
