Flooring that is uneven or in poor condition such as.
Health and safety wet floor.
The floor in a workplace must be suitable for the type of work activity taking place on it.
Floor in poor condition.
Replace wet cleaning with dry cleaning wherever possible.
Provide warning signs for wet floor areas 29 cfr 1910 145 c 2.
2 have the appropriate cleaning equipment accessible.
Keep floors clean and dry 29 cfr 1910 22 a 2.
Takes into consideration peak hours traffic patterns and weather conditions2.
Floor roughness is more effective than slip resistant footwear in reducing slips.
Marking the wet floor informs employees workers and visitors of the danger to prevent a slip and prevent fines.
In workplaces where floors may be oily or wet or where workers spend considerable time outdoors prevention of fall incidents should focus on selecting proper footwear.
Choose to act and prevent someone from getting hurt.
That s why it s important to create a culture of safety and a wet floor risk assessment is one way to start.
Schedule wet cleaning during the least risky periods.
This can be done with a wet floor stand safety cone portable expanding barricade or other temporary device such as a retractable barrier.
If we all pitch in we can stop wet floors and the painful injuries they cause.
Think of the consequences.
For the team it s obviously a hazard to their health.
Considers drying times when setting cleaning schedules3.
If the floor rug is wet and in need of service call facilities at x3 4567 and let them know.
In addition to being a slip hazard continually wet surfaces promote the growth of mold fungi and bacteria that can cause infections.
Essential factors to check for in existing flooring are.
Advice from the health and safety authority on prevention of slips trips and falls when wet cleaning floors.
Ensure cleaning happens at the right time and is carried out in the correct manner using the right products and equipment for the job.
A floor that is slip resistant when dry may not be slip resistant when wet.
Utilizes appropriate barricades to redirect pedestrians during cleaning.
Next time you see a wet floor stop.
Avoid slip trip and fall injuries by establishing a cleaning program that 1.
Mark wet floor areas.
Since there is no footwear with anti slip properties for every condition consultation with manufacturers is highly recommended.
Most slips happen on wet or dirty floors.
Ensure spillages are cleaned up immediately and the floor is left dry.