Care Volunteer Training

Factors contributing to slip, trips and falls Some typical risk situations for slips, trips and falls include unsafe stairs, unsafe ladders, slippery surfaces, walkway obstructions and poor lighting levels.

You start by identifying where and when slips and trips could occur and then deciding what action to take to prevent these types of accidents.

Floors:

Is there occasional accidental spillage (e.g. from water/tea spillages)?

Are there any obstructions in the way?

Stairs:

Are handrails provided?

Are steps of equal height and depth?

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