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Most of us have been walking for the majority of our lives, but that doesn’t mean we’re good at it. Slips, trips, and falls are a major cause of injuries!

Slips , Trips and Fal ls

According to OSHA, slips, trips and falls cause 15% of all accidental deaths, second only to motor vehicles.

How do so many sl ips , tr ips and fal ls happen? Some injuries occur from falls from heights like a ladder or building. However, most injuries occur while simply walking. HOW?

IRREGULAR SURFACES can make walking difficult. Gravel, uneven sidewalks and rough terrain means people need to literally watch where they’re walking.

SLICK SURFACES and the lack of proper signage is the perfect recipe for a slip, trip or fall.

STAIRS are another potential challenge. Tall steps, short steps and those with a smaller tread depth can literally trip people up.

CARRYING LARGE ITEMScan obstruct your view and make you more prone to trip.

Unfortunately getting from point A to point B on your own two feet can’t always be accomplished on perfectly level sidewalks and non-slick surfaces, so what can

you do? Here are some tips to reduce your risk of slipping, tripping or falling.

Just like driving, scan your “road”

for potential hazards and be aware of others.

Slow down when making turns,

coming around corners or when you have limited visibility.

If possible, create a detour

route around slick areas.

When taking the stairs,

always use the handrail.

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What’s the #1 thing you can do prevent a s l ip , tr ip or fal l?

Wear proper footwear! Some experts believe that up to half of all accidents can be easily prevented by simply wearing the right shoes.

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