Slips, trips, and falls are second only to motor vehicles as a cause of fatalities. Same-level slips, trips, and falls are occupational hazards that can be found in almost every type of work setting. It is estimated that 3.8 million disabling work injuries are caused each year by slips, trips, and falls, accounting for 12 to 15 percent of all workers’ compensation costs. Many people are surprised to learn how serious falls can be. The average cost of a disabling slip, trip, or fall claim is $22,000. However, the most sobering fact is that slips, trips, and falls cause 15 percent of all accidental deaths, second only to motor vehicle accidents.
Slips, trips, and falls are second only to motor vehicles as a cause of fatalities. Same-level slips, trips, and falls are occupational hazards that can be found in almost every type of work setting.
It is estimated that 3.8 million disabling work injuries are caused each year by slips, trips, and falls, accounting for 12 to 15 percent of all workers’ compensation costs. Many people are surprised to learn how serious falls can be.
The average cost of a disabling slip, trip, or fall claim is $22,000. However, the most sobering fact is that slips, trips, and falls cause 15 percent of all accidental deaths, second only to motor vehicle accidents.
Identify the key causes of slips, trips, and falls across various work environments and their associated risk factors. Conduct workplace assessments to detect walking–working surface hazards, housekeeping issues, and environmental conditions. Implement effective prevention strategies, including engineering controls, administrative controls, and PPE requirements. Apply OSHA and industry standards, incident prevention methods, and best practices to reduce fall-related incidents.
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