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What is the greatest danger you face in your workday? Where do the dangers lie? Where is there an accident waiting to happen to you?


You may Cheap Chris Long Jersey , of course, work in a dangerous industry and regularly face serious dangers. If you are a miner working with heavy machinery, or a disposal expert handling hazardous materials, or a fire fighter entering burning buildings, then the dangers are obvious and adequate training is given as a matter of course. The hazards of working in an office may be less obvious Cheap Nick Foles Jersey , but are still there and proper training still needs to be given. For most of us the most serious dangers lie in wait as we simply walk from A to B!


Statistically, most accidents in the workplace are the result of slips, trips and falls. “Major injury” statistics from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) show that, year on year, around half of all major injuries to employees are caused by slipping Cheap Mike Wallace Jersey , tripping and falling. Last year the figure rose to 57%, with 43 fatalities. The HSE statistics also show that the rate of injury increases steadily with age.


There are two main things to keep in mind in order to reduce the risk of accidents in the workplace. Firstly, it is vitally important that one remains aware of the potential dangers that exist in one’s environment. Second of all, each employee must take personal responsibility for their actions. Once on top of these two, prevention is almost an automatic outcome. A workplace accident is usually caused by something which could have easily been avoided. That’s why training is so important.


It isn’t complicated. Really good training needs to be clear and simple to understand. The causes of slips Cheap Nate Gerry Jersey , trips and falls are highlighted and explained in such a way that the information is retained. Training needs to reinforce the message that we must responsibility for all those hazards we come across and not just those we cause ourselves. The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Section 7 – General duties of employees at work states that “It shall be the duty of every employee while at work to take reasonable care for the health and safety of himself and of other persons who may be affected by his acts or omissions at work”


So what should your slips, trips and falls training realistically cover?


Good housekeeping is probably the most fundamental requirement. This covers a range of responsibilities. Clean up anything dropped or spilt, as a third of major slips and trips happen on wet surfaces. Clear warning signs should be put in place until this is done. All walkways have to be kept clear, with particular attention given to areas with the heaviest footfall (e.g. stairs and entrances). Make sure areas are well-lit. Ensure floors and floor coverings are not a trip hazard. The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 is clear on what is required of flooring in order to prevent workplace accidents (2a) “.the floor shall have no hole or slope or be uneven or slippery so as to expose any person to a risk to his health and safety; and (3) every floor in a workplace shall be kept free from obstructions and from any article or substance which may cause a person to slip Cheap Destiny Vaeao Jersey , trip or fall”


The modern office is full of computers, printers, photocopiers and server stacks, and with them come a lot of cables and plenty of potential workplace accidents. Precautions should be taken in order to ensure people do not slip, trip or fall on them. So-called “raceways” can be used to cover up and secure cables to the floor Cheap Cameron Johnston Jersey , reducing trip hazards. Many modern office desks are fitted with grommets through which cables can be passed, so they’re not left hanging down the back of desks.


Accidents can also be caused by personal factors. Tiredness, feeling unwell, hurrying, complacency Cheap DeAndre Carter Jersey , distraction are all key causes. How many people do you see walking and texting at the same time? How many inadequately mop up some spilt coffee with a tissue and leave the desk smeared with a film of slippery liquid? How many idly swing back and forth on their swivel chair when thinking? These are all slips, trips and falls waiting to happen!


As previously mentioned, stairways are particularly dangerous areas, offering as they do the potential to fall so much further and harder. According to HSE statistics, nearly as many people suffered injuries at work in 20092010 falling down stairs Cheap Golden Tate III Jersey , as falling from a height (e.g. ladders, scaffolding, platforms). It’s therefore an area where particular attention should be paid to the key factors of good housekeeping and personal factors.


Safety in the work place is not something that one reviews once and then it is done: it has to be an ongoing concern. Conduct regular checks for potential accidents. Reassess employees on a regular basis and recommend additional training where appropriate. If a slip, trip or fall does occur, then it is important you respond quickly and appropriately Cheap Alshon Jeffery Jersey , collecting the facts and using the knowledge gained to prevent it happening again.