Falls that result in injury can contribute significantly to a company's losses. In some businesses, falls are the leading accident type. Unfortunately, because falls are rarely 'near misses,' management seldom gets an advance warning before a more serious fall occurs. Slips are falls at the same level. Trips occur when a person's foot hits an object and the person is moving with enough momentum to be thrown off-balance.
Trips are also falls at the same level.
Falls From Elevation occur when a person moves too far from their center of balance. Slips can be caused by wet or slippery surfaces, spills, ice and snow, wet leaves, or floor treatments. Avoid walking through wet areas or areas covered by ice and snow. If walking through the area is unavoidable, then take short steps and walk slowly. Clean up all spills immediately, or report the spill to the proper person immediately.