Slips, Trips & Falls

According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), slips and trips are the single most common cause of injuries at work and account for over one third of all major work injuries. Slips trips & falls cost employers over £512m a year in lost production and other costs and account for over half of all reported injuries to members of the public.

All employees, visitors, members of the public and contractors who are in the workplace are at equal risk. With workplace insurances only able to cover a part of the costs, the costs to employers of legal actions resulting from falls can be considerable.

Main causes of Slips Trips and Falls

The main causes of slips trips and falls in the workplace are:

• uneven floor surfaces
• unsuitable floor coverings
• wet floors
• changes in levels
• trailing cables
• poor lighting
• poor housekeeping

Legal Duties and Obligations

In addition to the moral duty of employers to protect employees and members of the public, General Health and Safety Legislation covers all employers and workplaces. The health and safety regulations include obligations to protect employees and the public from risks associated with slips, trips and falls.

The following regulations also apply: The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 199

These regulations cover all aspects of the workplace, including a requirement that floors are suitable, in good condition and free from obstructions. People must be able to move around the workplace safely.

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