Slips and trips at work are one of the most common causes of accidents. However, with some diligent management you can reduce the risk considerably. Use our checklist to assist you.
Published 11.02.2021
With the seasons changing and cold and wet weather on the way, is there anything that you can do to reduce the likelihood of your staff or visitors suffering a slip, trip or fall on your premises?
Published 13.10.2022
A colleague has warned you that HSE and local authority inspectors are going to be visiting sites looking at how slips and trips are being prevented. If this is true, what things in particular will
be under scrutiny?
Published 05.11.2007
When you review your site for slipping and tripping hazards, it’s unlikely that you’ll contemplate the risk of death. But as a case heard in March 2021 shows, slips and trips can be very serious.
What happened?
Published 12.05.2021
The HSE is about to launch its latest “slips and trips” initiative. What’s so different this time around? And what can you do to stay ahead of the game?
Published 30.08.2005
Network Rail says it has paid out almost £1 million in compensation for slips, trips and falls at its stations across the UK in just five years. What can be done to limit similar risks in your own
business?
Published 10.10.2019
Although wooden decking with non-slip grooves may appear to be an ideal floor surface, a recent case has highlighted that in certain environments, this is far from a good option. What can be learned
from this case?
Published 08.06.2009
A case heard at the High Court in February 2014 considered the meaning of the term “obstruction” within the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992. What was the conclusion?
Published 09.06.2014
With wetter months approaching now is a good time to review your policy and procedures for preventing slips, trips and falls in the workplace. What should you be considering and are there any further
controls that could be applied?
Published 20.09.2023
Slips and trips remain common workplace accidents and can affect every business. It’s good practice to have a policy on the topic, so why not make use of our new template?
Published 04.07.2012