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Winter Slip and Fall prevention

The potential for employee injuries due to slips/falls is a significant concern over the winter months. You CAN reduce the likelihood of these types of injuries from occurring by making it a focus through a campaign involving all employees. Below are the key steps to take.
HELPFUL TIP

Make sure to order your free resources at the end!

STEP 1
 

PLAN

The 5-Ps “Proper preparation prevents poor performance” equally apply to all facets of life, including workplace safety. With winter, proper preparation is critical to prevent employee and customer/guest injuries.

West Bend has created a checklist to assist you in preparing for snow and ice removal as well as other measures to minimize injury and liability.

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STEP 2

REMOVE

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Traction Aid

Traction Aids are attachable footwear to help increase traction when walking on snow/ice for employees who work outside. Click on the links below to learn more about each product.

Ice Removal

Provide employees with means to improve traction when exposure to snow or ice is unavoidable. Click on the links below for order information, and be sure to order your FREE "Freddy" dispenser sticker!

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STEP 3

INSPECT

STEP 4

EDUCATE

Slips, trips, and falls are especially hazardous in winter. These videos are based on real-life scenarios.
What can you do to prevent this from happening at your facility?

 


Slip, trip, and fall at a skilled nursing facility.


Slip, trip, and fall at a client home visit.

Free Resources

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Order these free resources to increase employee education and awareness of winter slips/falls prevention.
 
Click HERE to view all winter resources available to order including:
  • Posters - 11 x 17 inches 
  • Window Clings - 6 x 9 inches
  • Shaker Bottle Sticker - 4.25 x 5.5 inches
 
To place your order, fill out the form by clicking the link below.
 

Order Materials

 

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