In hospitals, slips, trips and falls are the second most common cause of injuries that lead to loss of workdays, according to an article on the Healthcare Global website.
Avoidable causes of slips and falls include:
• water and contaminants on the floor
• clutter and other tripping hazards
• negligent use of floor mats
• inadequate lighting
Slip, trip and fall injuries may cause hospital employees to experience reduced productivity and work quality, and hospitals may be liable to pay compensation claims if they are found guilty of negligence, the article said.
Measures to minimize these risks include a written housekeeping program and more spill stations to give employees easy access to cleaning materials.
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