Slip hazardexamples

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Sliphazards in the workplace

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The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)’s Health and Safety Excellence program can help you prevent falls in your workplace with resources about a number of topics including:

slips, trips and falls hazards in the workplace

Every year falls lead to a significant number of worker injuries and deaths, particularly in construction. Slips, trips and falls are some of the leading injuries that cause workers to miss time at work. You can help prevent slips, trips, and falls. Preventing these injuries is a critical goal for every safe and healthy workplace.

slip, trip and fall hazards control measures

This resource provides general information on slips, trips, and falls in the workplace and does not address industry-specific regulatory requirements.

Proper ergonomics can protect workers from slips, trips and falls. Learn more about ladder ergonomics and what employers can do to reduce falls.

The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development advances safe, fair and harmonious workplace practices that are essential to the social and economic well-being of the people of Ontario.