Slips, trips, and falls are leading workplace hazard causing serious injuries. Prevention includes fall protection, good housekeeping, and safe practices. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.
Be mindful of cellphone use while walking to avoid accidents, especially in a dynamic work environment. See FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.
Slips, trips, and falls are one of the leading causes of injuries and fatalities in the workplace. These incidents cause 15% of all accidental deaths and are second only to motor vehicle incidents as a cause of fatalities on the job. They can result in life-changing injuries to the employees who suffer them. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.
Many workplaces contain areas that are considered “confined spaces” because while they are not necessarily designed for people, they are large enough for workers to enter and perform jobs. A confined space also has limited means for egress and is not designed for continuous occupancy. Refer to the UD EHS website for the latest campus confined space policy. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.
Hand washing is perhaps the most effective preventive measure we all can take to prevent being infected with transmitted diseases. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.
