According to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) of US Department of Labor slips, trips, and falls constitute the majority of general industry accidents causing 15% of all accidental deaths. OSHA has prescribed specific standards for Walking/working surfaces for the general industry, shipyard employment, marine terminals, longshoring, and the construction industry. Contact Us: Ganim Injury Lawyers; Address: 86 Cherry Street, Milford, Connecticut 06460 Email: george@ganiminjurylawyers.com Phone: (203)445-6542 or (877)828-4279, Fax: (203)713-8388. Please visit our website: http://ganiminjurylawyers.com/ for more details.

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The tips in this presentation are general in nature. Please use your
discretion while following them. The author does not guarantee legal
validity of the tips contained herein.
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Slips and Falls Prevention –
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2. • According to Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) of US Department of Labor slips, trips, and falls
constitute the majority of general industry accidents causing
15% of all accidental deaths.
• OSHA has prescribed specific standards for Walking/working
surfaces for the general industry, shipyard employment,
marine terminals, longshoring, and the construction
industry.

3. Causes for slips, trips and fall
• Ice, wet spots, grease, polished floors
• Loose flooring or carpeting
• Uneven walking surfaces, clutter
• Electrical cords, open desk drawers and filing cabinet
• Damaged ladder steps.

4. Precautions for walking/working
surfaces hazards…
• Good housekeeping - Keep the working environment clean
and tidy, with floors and access routes kept clear of
obstacles.
• Cleaning and maintenance - Rubbish should be removed
regularly and work areas kept clear. Cleaning methods and
equipment must be suitable for the surface being treated.

5. Precautions for walking/working
surfaces hazards…
• Lighting - Ensure good lighting levels, positioning lights to
ensure all floor areas are evenly lit and all potential
hazards, obstructions and spills can be clearly seen.
• Maintenance - Floors should be checked for damage
regularly and maintenance carried out when necessary.

6. Precautions for walking/working
surfaces hazards…
• Stairways - Handrails, slip-resistant covers to steps, high
visibility and non-slip marking of the front edges of steps
and good lighting can all help to prevent slips and trips on
stairs.
• Spillages - Clean up spills immediately using an
appropriate cleaning Method. Use warning signs where
the floor is wet and arrange alternative routes.

7. Precautions for walking/working
surfaces hazards…
• Obstructions - Where possible, remove them. If this is not
possible, then suitable barriers and warning notices
should be used.
• Trailing cables - Place equipment so cables do not cross
pedestrian routes. Use cable covers to securely fix cables
to surfaces.

8. Precautions for walking/working
surfaces hazards…
• Footwear - Workers need suitable footwear. Take account
of the type of job, floor surface, typical floor conditions
and the slip-resistant properties of the soles.

9. In case of Slips and Falls Accident…
• If you have been injured on another person’s property
then the property owner, landlord or contractor may be
held accountable for your injuries.
• You can claim compensation for:
 Pain and suffering.
 Lost income due to your inability to work.

10. In case of Slips and Falls Accident
• You can claim compensation for:
 Doctor visits, hospital stays and rehabilitation therapy.
 The cost of repairing or replacing all items damaged in the
accident.

11. Should you hire a Slips and Falls
Accident Attorney in Connecticut?
• Immediately contact Slips and Falls Accident Attorney.
• It increases the chances of obtaining statements from the
parties at fault before they speak with their insurance
company or lawyer.
• Also, many times the responsible party quickly fixes the
problem after you have been injured or before
photographs have been taken.

12. Contact Us:
Ganim Injury Lawyers
86 Cherry Street, Milford, Connecticut 06460
Email: george@ganiminjurylawyers.com
Phone: (203)445-6542 or (877)828-4279
Fax: (203)713-8388