Slips, Trips and Falls in Healthcare Environments
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We've all slipped on the snow or ice in the winter, or tripped over a loose piece of carpet or our kids' toys, and not thought much about it. But on-the-job slips, trips, and falls can be serious problems. In fact, they're involved in most of the accidents that occur in workplaces. They cause 17% of disabling occupational injuries and 15% of on-the-job fatalities. And you don’t have to fall a long way to hurt yourself. Just slipping on a wet floor or tripping over an open file drawer can result in a fall that lands you in the hospital with a broken bone, strained back, concussion, or worse.
But slips, trips, and falls can be prevented. In this program for healthcare environments, we'll discuss the mechanics of slips, trips, and falls, the types of hazards that you're likely to encounter that lead to them, and the safe practices and equipment you can use to stay safely on your feet. Topics include:
- The importance of our center of gravity and maintaining balance
- The difference between a slip, a trip, and a fall
- Types of walking surfaces
- How proper housekeeping and maintenance prevent falls
- Footwear and friction
- How to fall properly
- First aid