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Slips, Trips and Falls in Construction Environments

This web-based course equips workers with the knowledge to identify and prevent hazards that can lead to slips and trips.

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Falls, slips, and trips are among the leading causes of injuries and fatalities in the construction industry. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, statistics from 2012 reveal that falls, slips, and trips resulted in 285,380 nonfatal injuries and 570 fatal work injuries in the workplace.

The Slips, Trips and Falls in Construction Environments course is a web-based program that provides learners the ability to identify and prevent slip and trip hazards. The course also instructs them on implementing the necessary safety measures to protect themselves and their colleagues on the jobsite.

On completion of the Slips, Trips and Falls in Construction Environments course, learners will be equipped to:

Differentiate between slips and trips and understand their causes
Highlight the potential injuries and costs related to slips and trips
Propose strategies to mitigate slips and trips on the jobsite

SUJETS DU COURS

Slip & Trip Basics

What is a Slip?
What is a Trip?
Causes of Slips & Trips on the Jobsite
Potential Injuries
Cost of Slips, Trips, & Falls

Preventing Slips & Trips

Reducing Incidents
Jobsite Design
Employee Best Practices
Proper Footwear & Safe Walking Practices
Entretien ménager
Correct & Report Hazards

DURÉE DU COURS EN LIGNE

Environ 30 minutes

Note de passage

Testing conducted throughout this online Slips, Trips and Falls in Construction Environments course is aimed at reinforcing the key concepts. Achieving a score of 80% is necessary to obtain a certificate of completion. Participants have the option to retake the course twice if the pass mark is not achieved.

CERTIFICAT DE RÉALISATION

Une fois ce cours en ligne terminé avec succès, les participants peuvent télécharger et imprimer un certificat de réussite.

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