Tip for Your Operation: Slips, trips and falls
Story Date: 7/11/2018

 

Source: AGSAFE

1. According to the Department of Labor, what’s the percentage of deaths in the workforce due to falls?
A. 20%
B. 15%
C. 5%
D. 8%


2. Where do most trips, slips, and falls happen?
A. Stairs
B. Ladders
C. Wet surfaces
D. All of the above


3. What can we do to avoid slips, trips, and falls?
A. Wear the proper shoes
B. Housekeeping
C. Using signs and warnings
D. All of the above


4. It only takes about half an inch for person to trip?
A. True
B. False


5. Which of the following are incorrect?
A. Alert the supervisor of a hazard
B. It’s okay to use the top step of the ladder
C. Using warning signs on wet surfaces
D. It’s okay to leave hand tools on the floor while on break


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