Slips, Trips and Falls Online Course

Our Slips, Trips and Falls Online course enables attendees to use their gained knowledge to assess where a slip, trip or fall might occur.

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What you'll learn.

The definitions of slipping, tripping, and hazards/ risks.
Recognise the legislation and regulation in force.
Understand the different causes of slips.
Understand the different causes of trips.
Gain knowledge on how to prevent slips, trips, and falls from occurring in the workplace.
Explore reasons why control measures are so important.

About Slips, Trips and Falls Online Course.

What are Slips, Trips and Falls? What is the Slip Potential Model? What is the Trip Potential Triangle? What legislation and regulations are involved? What control measures should be put into place to minimise the risk of Slips, Trips and Falls in the workplace. Our Online Slips, Trips and Falls course will help you answer the questions above and more. Over 29% of all accidents reported in the workplace consist of slips, trips and falls, making them the most common cause of workplace injuries.

Through our Slips Trips and Falls Online Course, you will gain an understanding of the definitions of slipping, tripping, and hazards/ risks. You will learn the different types of legislation and regulation put into place to try and reduce the number of injuries in the workplace. You will learn what can cause slips by using the Slips Potential Model. You will learn how to prevent trips by using the Trip Potential Triangle.

Who is Slips, Trips and Falls Online Course for?

Our Slips, Trips and Falls course is for anyone working in an environment where a slip, trip or fall can occur. These industries can include catering premises, warehouses, residential homes, child homes or offices. Whatever care or non-care sector you work in our Slips, Trips and Falls will give you knowledge, skills, and confidence in how to prevent/ reduce slips, trips and falls In the workplace.

What are the learning outcomes?

Discuss what can cause slips, trips, falls, and hazards/ risks.
Discuss what factors can increase an individual’s likelihood of slipping, tripping, or falling in the workplace.
Be able to understand the Slips Potential Model and the Trips Potential Triangle.
Recognise the legislation and regulation put into place.
Discuss what control measures can be put into place to try and reduce slips, trips, and falls in the workplace.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are slips and trips?

Slips and trips are both types of unintentional falls that can happen anywhere. Slips occur when you lose your footing due to a sudden change in the walking surface beneath you. For example, you might slip on a wet floor, a patch of ice, or some spilt liquid. Trips happen when you stumble because you make contact with an obstacle in your path that you didn’t expect to be there. Examples include tripping over a loose floorboard, a curb, or an uneven step.

How do you prevent slips, trips and falls?

Keep floors clean and dry, use slip-resistant surfaces when needed, fix uneven surfaces, ensure good lighting, and avoid clutter. Secure electrical cords. Wear shoes with good grip, be aware of your surroundings, avoid rushing, use handrails, clean up spills right away, and ask for help with heavy objects.

What regulation covers slips trips and falls?

There isn’t a single, specific regulation solely focused on slips, trips, and falls, however, the Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA) 1974 is key. HSWA requires employers to generally ensure worker safety, and this includes preventing slips, trips and falls. Specific regulations under HSWA, like those on workplace conditions and risk management, outline how employers must achieve this. These regulations essentially translate the general duty of care into concrete actions to prevent workplace tumbles.

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