Slips Trips and Falls

Goals
Definitions
Coefficient of Friction – COF
Regulations and Standards
Recognizing Hazards
3 Topics
Evaluating Hazards
Specific Hazards
Existing Hazards
Reactive or Proactive
Risk Factor Categories
1 Topic
JSA Risk Evaluations
Causes of Slips, Trips and Falls
2 Topics
Slippery Floors
Poor General Lighting
Controlling Hazards
4 Topics
Hierarchy of Controls
Engineering Controls
Administrative Controls
PPE
How to Protect yourself
7 Topics
Watch Where you Walk
Wear Proper Footwear
Check Floor Openings
Stair Safety
Ladders
Double Check Scaffolding
Exiting Vehicles
Monetary Consequences for Slips, Trips and Falls
Summary
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Double Check Scaffolding

Slips Trips and Falls How to Protect yourself Double Check Scaffolding
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When working on scaffolding, make sure it is secure, stable and properly set-up. Do not work on scaffolding if guard rails are missing or the base is unstable. Check to see that planks are in good shape and not cracked.  Tall scaffolds should be tied into a structure to increase stability.

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