Slips, trips and falls are common workplace injuries, particularly during winter.
Snow and ice can make pathways, building entrances, outdoor stairs, ramps and parking lots slippery or uneven, increasing the risk of incidents.
Slips, trips and falls require a multi-layered approach to reduce the hazards. Everyone can help reduce the risk by remaining vigilant.
Follow these four tips to help prevent slips, trips and falls:
- Stay on designated cleared pathways.
- Wear insulated, slip-resistant winter footwear.
- Complete the 15-minute Slips, Trips and Falls Prevention training.
- Slow down and avoid distractions, such as cell phones, when walking outside.
York University's Facilities Services team monitors weather conditions and clears snow from campus roads, pathways and parking lots. Visit the Facilities Services website for information.
To report an icy area, snow-clearing concern or accessibility barrier, contact the Facilities Work Control Centre at 416-736-2100 ext. 22401 or facilities@yorku.ca.
Download York’s winter safety posters for more tips: