Telling employees to watch their step isn’t enough to eliminate slip, trip and fall injuries in production areas. Like other safety hazards, slip, trip and fall hazards can be identified and in many cases eliminated.
Recognizing hazards, following good housekeeping procedures, establishing a footwear program and conducting regular inspections are elements of a floor safety program that can reduce or eliminate injuries. Many floor safety improvements can be implemented for less than the cost of a single injury.