Slips, Trips and Falls for Construction

Course Description 

At best, slipping and tripping can be embarrassing; at worst, they can result in serious injuries or even fatalities. Preventing slips, trips, and falls on walking and working surfaces is straightforward, yet it is often overlooked in the rush to complete tasks efficiently. This course defines slips, trips, and falls and provides guidance on how to prevent them. It is designed for all employees in the construction industry.

Course Objectives 

• Defines lips, trips, and falls.
• Identify slip, trip and fall hazards.
• Identify basic requirements for walking and working surfaces.
• Explain causes of slips, trips, and falls and a way to prevent them.
• Describe good housekeeping and proper equipment use.
• Identify falling techniques.

Requisite Knowledge 

None