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   Slips, Trips, and Falls
Mopping Floors You may be exposed to slips trips and falls if you are mopping floors or working in wet environments. Slips, trips, and falls can occur in any workplace.

Some tips to avoid slip, trip, and fall injuries include:
  • Wear appropriate shoes for the job or task. This includes non-slip shoes.
  • Avoid wearing sandals or open toe shoes, high heels, or shoes made out of canvas. They do not provide protection and high heels may promote slip injuries.
  • For wet processes wear non-slip overshoe covers.
  • Wipe up spills immediately
  • Clean or pick up food spills any other items from floors as soon as possible.
  • Keep walkways free from clutter.
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