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Slips and falls are the second leading cause (after materials handling) of musculoskeletal injuries in the mining industry. They can occur from irregular surface conditions across the mine site or from getting on or off mining equipment. Slips can cause muscle strain that can contribute to cumulative types of injuries, or they can lead to a fall and a potential acute injury (like a broken ankle). Slips and falls are known to occur at higher rates with increasing mine worker age The work in this topic area is supported by the NIOSH Mining Chemical Hazards program. See the NIOSH Mining Products page for software, guides, training materials or other items related to this topic.
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Training exercises
Investigation of a Slip/Fall Accident (PDF, 11703 KB, 1999-10)
Instructor's guide and materials to provide training on investigation of slip/fall accidents.
Information gateways
Preventing Injuries from Slips, Trips and Falls
A National Agricultural Safety Database report describing in detail the statistics, types, contributing factors, behaviors leading to, and prevention methods for slip, trip and fall injuries. Traumatic Occupational Injuries: Falls from Elevation
NIOSH occupational safety information about falls from elevation. Traumatic Occupational Injuries: Fatal Falls from Elevation Investigation Reports
Fatality investigation reports of incidents where falls from elevations resulted in the deaths of workers and rescuers.
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