Slip Statistics
Major accidents caused by slipping...
Source = UK HSE
Industry sectors |
No. of major injuries |
Profession affected |
Construction |
1073 |
All trades |
Manufacturing (not food) |
527 |
Production operatives |
Food manufacturing |
465 |
Production operatives |
Public services |
895 |
Cleaners and domestics |
Health and social care |
864 |
Nurses and carers |
Retail (not supermarkets) |
225 |
Sales assistants |
Supermarkets |
476 |
Sales assistants |
Hospitality Service |
627 |
Personal service operatives |
Post and courier services |
429 |
Postal workers |
Road transportation and storage |
364 |
Drivers and warehouse workers |
Total |
5581 |
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More Information...
For more information on any of these articles, please contact Eleanor Truscott on 01923 858323.
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Slips and trips account for 11,000 major occupational injuries each year
RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Bulletin
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Consequences...
Too many businesses have acquired the habit of waiting until a serious accident happens before they take slip assessment seriously. This costs over £512 million per year and results in injuries that could have been prevented.
Slippy floors close stores...
If your floors are unsafe the HSE can close your store or restaurant or hotel. Regular testing is easy, inexpensive and a lot safer for staff and customers and especially for you!
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