Incidents of slip, trips, and falls constitute one-third of all personal injuries in the workplace and on the road, often leading to significant workers’ compensation claims. These accidents result in various injuries, including head and back injuries, broken bones, cuts, lacerations, sprains, and pulled muscles.

Accident prevention involves the proactive measures, preparations, and actions taken to avoid or halt an accident before it occurs. Accidents are categorized as unplanned and unexpected events that elevate the risk of injury, illness, death, property loss, environmental damage, or a combination of these outcomes.

All organizations involved in potentially hazardous activities should establish and implement an Accident Prevention Plan. A well-crafted plan identifies potential hazards and outlines strategies to mitigate the risk of injury, illness, or fatalities. Many industries have specific requirements and guidelines for developing workplace injury and illness prevention programs.