Toolbox Talk: Slips, Trips & Falls

Why it matters

Falls on the same level cause a huge share of injuries, from sprains and fractures to serious head injuries.

Talking points

• Good footwear: wear boots with slip-resistant soles in good condition, and clear mud and snow from your soles.
• Clear the path: keep walkways, stairs and work areas free of cords, hoses, tools and debris.
• Clean up spills now: wipe up water, oil and mud right away and mark wet areas with signs.
• Lighting: make sure paths, stairs and work areas are well lit, especially at night and in work areas inside buildings.
• Use handrails: use the stairs, not a ladder or box, and don't carry loads that block your view.
• Take small steps on wet, icy or uneven ground, watch where you step and don't rush.

Ask the crew

1. Where on this site are the likeliest spots to slip or trip?
2. What cords or hoses cross walkways, and how can we move them?
3. Who will keep ice or mud under control today?

Before we start work today: Walk your area and remove or mark three trip or slip hazards.

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Source: OSHA 1926.25: Housekeeping. General safety information only, not legal advice; follow your employer’s program, the manufacturer’s instructions and current regulations. Keep signed sheets with your safety records. FirstDayTraining.com · Todd Allyn Media Inc.