The “slip and fall season” is upon us!
Listed below are 10 tips to help avoid winter falls!
- Walk slowly and carefully in appropriate footwear.
- Use special care when getting in and out of vehicles.
- Watch for slippery floors when entering buildings.
- Avoid walking with your hands in your pockets or carrying items. Try a backpack.
- Watch out for black ice.
- Check potentially slick areas by tapping them with your foot.
- Walk as flatfooted as possible in very icy areas.
- Avoid untreated surfaces like steps or curbs.
- Report any untreated public areas.
- “Ice and Snow means take it slow.”
Clem Campana
Coordinator of Training and Development
Office of Human Resources
Published: Thu, 20 Jan 2022 12:50:59 +0000 by c.campana