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Walkway Safety for Supervisors
This training course on Walkway Safety for Supervisors is designed to equip supervisors with the basic knowledge of walkway safety, enabling them to identify and prevent potential fall hazards on the same level.
Unintentional fall-related incidents are the second largest cause of accidental injury deaths, with a staggering 650,000 cases reported annually according to the Worldwide Health Organization. These statistics are not just inclusive of falls from height but also highlight the risk of fatal injuries from falls at the same level. These unfortunate incidents often lead to injuries resulting in huge financial costs for both the injured party and the employer. Through awareness and proactive measures, both employers and employees can play a significant role in reducing the risk and consequences of slips, trips, and falls.
The Walkway Safety for Supervisors training course will address the following key areas:
- Module 1: Basics of Walkway Safety
- Module 2: Identifying Potential Hazards
- Module 3: Measures for Preventing Hazards & Responding to Incidents
Upon successful completion of the Walkway Safety for Supervisors course, participants should be able to:
- Clarify the distinction between a slip, trip, stumble, and air step
- Recognize and differentiate the two primary risk factors contributing to slips, trips, and falls
- Understand the impact of floor porosity on fall-related incidents
- Comprehend the financial implications of workplace falls
- Differentiate two types of frauds that companies should be cognizant of
- Identify prevalent environmental factors that escalate the risk of falling
- Recognize common behavioral factors that elevate a person’s risk of falling
- Summarize various proactive steps that employers can implement to prevent fall incidents
- Identify methods employees can adopt to mitigate walkway hazards at the workplace
- Suggest ways employees can contribute in preventing walkway hazards at the workplace
- Describe the appropriate response to a fall incident
Approximately 45 minutes
This online Walkway Safety for Supervisors course includes multiple tests to reinforce the knowledge acquired. A minimum pass score of 80% is required to successfully complete the course. Participants are allowed up to three attempts to achieve the pass mark. A comprehensive student manual is accessible for printing, serving as a valuable resource for future reference and knowledge retention.
Upon successful completion of this online Walkway Safety for Supervisors course, a certificate of completion will be readily available for download and printing.
Course Details
Course Length
This course will take roughly 45 minutes
Passing Mark
To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz
Certificate
Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print
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