Are This Week's Focus for Safety Campaign So far in BNSF's Safety Focus 2000, injuries have been reduced by 7.7 percent as of Feb. 28, the 22 nd day of the campaign, compared with the same period last year. The campaign started Feb. 7 and continues through May 21. The focus area for the weeks of Feb. 28 and March 6 is preventing slip, trip and fall injuries. Information has been distributed electronically to supervisors for use in job safety briefings and meetings. The following points are taken from this material.
Falls are the number one cause of fatal accidents at home.
In the U.S. each year, more than 6,000 people receive fatal injuries from falls, and many more suffer serious injury. Prevention Strategies Wear proper footwear, and focus on good ankle support and traction. Walk slower and take smaller steps to improve balance and ensure support. Use care when walking up or down stairs or ladders. Maintain three-point contact and always use handrails.