1. RCS Tool Box Talks
Slips, Trips, and Falls

2. What’s the big deal about slips and falls?
20% of all accidental deaths are related to slips and falls.
A California Workers Comp study revealed that work surfaces are the most common causes for job related injuries.
Not only are slips and falls a work problem; they are the leading cause of accidental deaths in the home.

3. How to Prevent Slips/Trips/Falls
Preventing Slips and Falls
Be prepared for weather related problems
Wet surfaces
Ice/Snow
Mud

4. Preventing Slips/Trips/Falls
Keep walkways clear of trip hazards.
Use handrails when provided.
Maintain 2 points of contact when walking on stairs.
Do not store materials on stairs.
Maintain good visibility.

5. Focus Points for Slip/Trip/Fall Injuries
The normal line of sight is 15 degrees below the horizontal.
The center of gravity for the human body is normally 3 inches above the mid-point of the person’s height.
Some common injury areas are:
Stairs
Scaffolds
Ladders
Roofs
Tile and Concrete floors