Building Blocks to Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention
Presentation:
Risk Management Office
2011
Issue – Slip Trip and Fall (STF)
STF's represents #1 cause of injury
STF's occur in any part of the workplace whether inside
or outside.
STF's may result in serious outcomes
STF's cost to both worker and employer can be great
STF's is like stepping on money
To: Worker
To: Employer
pain
lost wages
temporary or permanent disability
reduced quality of life
depression
loss in productivity and business
increased industrial insurance premiums
costs associated with training replacement worker
cost of medical treatment
Definition of Slip Trip and Fall (STF)
When there is too little friction or traction between your feet (footwear) and the walking or working surface, or there is a spill and you lose your balance.
Definition of STF Friction:
The resistance encountered when an object (foot) is moved in contact with
another ground).
Friction is necessary in order to walk without slipping.
Common types of Slip Trip and Fall Injuries:
Sprains, strains
Bruises, contusions
Fractures
Abrasions, lacerations
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Commonly affected Body Parts:
Knee, Ankle, Foot
Wrist, Elbow
Back
Shoulder
Hip

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