Slips, Trips and Falls in Construction Environments

Slips, trips and falls are no laughing matter. They're involved in most of the accidents that occur on job sites. They cause 17% of disabling occupational injuries and 15% of on-the-job fatalities. But slips, trips and falls can be prevented.

"Slips, Trips and Falls in Construction Environments" discusses the mechanics of slips, trips and falls, the types of hazards that workers are likely to encounter on a job site that lead to them, and the safe practices and equipment that they can use to stay safely on their feet. Length: 18 minutes

Topics Include:

• Center of gravity and balance.
• The mechanics of trips and slips.
• Types of walking surfaces.
• Housekeeping and maintenance.
• How footwear can help to prevent falls.
• How to fall properly.
• and more.

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