Safety Awareness for Slips Trips and Falls

Complete Story

07/24/2024

Safety Awareness for Slips Trips and Falls

Source: Federated Insurance, July 16, 2024

It only takes a moment, but a slip, trip, or fall at your business could have devastating and long-lasting consequences. Keeping your employees and clients safe isn’t just common sense, it’s a solid risk management practice. Did you know:

Falls that stem from slipping and tripping are the second-most common cause of workplace injuries.
20-30% of workplace falls lead to injuries like deep bruising, broken bones, or concussions.
15% of all workplace deaths are the result of slips, trips, and falls.

Recognize the Hazards

There are plenty of ways that a slip, trip, or fall could occur at your business. Survey your workplace regularly — inside, outside, and around the operations for hazards. Use a checklist and follow up with frequent training and reminders for employees.

Conduct a Job Hazard Analysis

Certain work may require a job hazard analysis to determine potential risks before they occur, including a safety evaluation of the employees who will be completing certain tasks, the tasks themselves, tools involved, and the work environment. This can help to develop standard operating procedures moving forward.

Take Action

Safe work practices, including the ones listed above, can include, but are not limited to:

Providing adequate work-rest periods so employees stay alert and refreshed
Having cleaning supplies on hand and cleaning spills immediately
Maintaining well-lit facilities
Following building codes
Hanging up warning signs as needed
Using correct tools, ladders, and protective gear for designated jobs
Keeping walkways, entrances, and exits free of obstructions
Installing non-skid surfaces
Encouraging employees to keep work areas clean

View the full article

Printer-Friendly Version

The Leader Everyone Depends On Starts With the Leader in the Mirror

Great leadership starts with how you lead yourself. At ENCORE 2026, Mike Philie of PhilieGroup will challenge attendees to examine the habits, decisions and priorities that shape their effectiveness as leaders. In The Leader Everyone Depends On, Mike will share practical strategies for managing competing priorities, building resilience and continuing to grow when others are counting on you.

Trade the Office for the Golf Course

Join GMA members, partners and industry friends on October 6 for the 21st Annual GMA & Sterling Distribution Golf Tournament at Royal American Links. Enjoy a day of golf, friendly competition and valuable connections, whether you bring a foursome or register on your own.

What Is the 2026 Workforce Data Telling Us?

Are your wages and benefits keeping pace with today’s print industry? Join Teresa Campbell on September 29 for a special live webinar examining findings from the 2026 Wage + Benefits Survey and the trends shaping compensation, benefits, recruitment and retention. Go beyond the numbers and gain valuable context as you begin planning for 2027.

[Duplicate] What Is the 2026 Workforce Data Telling Us?

Don’t Let Lithium-Ion Batteries Burn Your Business

Lithium-ion batteries power many of the tools and electronics used every day, but improper use, storage or disposal can create serious fire risks. Join Federated Insurance for this webinar to learn how to recognize warning signs, prevent battery-related fires and implement practical safety strategies to better protect your employees and operations.

Employer Cheat Sheet for Workplace Laws Taking Effect in October 2026

The seasons are changing, and so are workplace laws for many states across the country. Employers operating in certain states will see new legislation take effect in October on issues ranging from pay transparency to “captive audience” meetings to immigration-related notices. Fisher Phillips shares an employer cheat sheet to some of the key laws kicking in next month

Graphic Media Alliance

Complete Story

07/24/2024