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Slips, Trips, and Falls:
Participants will learn the leading causes of slips, trips and falls and be able to identify actions that can be taken to reduce or mitigate incidents.
Objectives: Class participants will be able to summarize the leading causes of slips, trips and falls and demonstrate steps that can prevent them from occurring.
Contents:
- Definitions
- Costs and number of incidents at WVU
- Causes of slips, trips and falls
- Identifying hazardous conditions
- Implementing corrective actions
- Risk factors
- Methods of prevention
- Safe walking practices
- Case studies
Target Audience:
This course is intended for all West Virginia University Employees.
| Frequency Requirements | Course Length | Referenced Regulation |
| Periodic | Up to 1 Hour
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29 CFR 1910 Subpart D |