Slips, Trips and Falls

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the purpose of the "Slips, Trips and Falls" course? +
  • Safety First: The main goal is to teach people how to spot and avoid hazards that could make them slip, trip, or fall at work. It’s all about keeping everyone safe.
  • Practical Skills: You’ll learn real-world techniques, like how to keep walkways clear or use ladders properly, so you can apply them right away and reduce accidents.
  • Awareness Boost: The course opens your eyes to why these incidents happen—namely wet floors or cluttered spaces—and gives you the know-how to stop them before they cause trouble. Procedures for prevention of STFL incidents or injuries can be documented in your organization’s EHS program.
• Who should take the "Slips, Trips and Falls" course? +
  • Every Worker: It’s perfect for anyone working in a job where they’re on their feet, from warehouse staff, oil and gas workers to office folks—slips can happen anywhere!
  • Supervisors Too: Managers and team leads benefit big time since they’re responsible for keeping the workplace safe and need to know how to spot risks.
  • High-Risk Jobs: If you’re in construction, healthcare, or manufacturing, where falls are more common, this course is a must to protect yourself and your coworkers.
• How long does the "Slips, Trips and Falls" course take to complete? +
  • Our course only takes 1 hour but you can pause and pick it back up whenever, so it’s less about total time and more about what works for you.
• What are the OSHA standards for "Slips, Trips and Falls"? +
  • Walking-Working Surfaces Rule: OSHA’s Subpart D (29 CFR 1910.21-30) lays out the key standards for general industry, requiring employers to keep floors clean, dry, and free of hazards like spills or clutter to prevent slips and trips.
  • Fall Protection Duty: For falls, employers must provide gear like harnesses or guardrails when working at heights—think 4 feet or more in general industry—and train workers on how to use it right.
  • Regular Checks and Training: OSHA says you’ve got to inspect surfaces often, fix issues fast, and make sure everyone knows how to recognize and avoid these risks through solid training programs.
• What will I learn in the "Slips, Trips and Falls" course? +
  • Hazard Spotting: You’ll get good at picking out dangers—like a cord across a walkway or a slippery spot—and knowing what to do about them.
  • Prevention Tricks: The course covers simple fixes, like better housekeeping or wearing the right shoes, plus bigger stuff like using fall protection gear when you’re up high.
  • Response Plan: If someone does take a tumble, you’ll learn how to react—think first aid basics or reporting it properly—so the situation doesn’t get worse.