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2.22 Slips, Trips and Falls Policy and Procedure
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Table of Contents
Section 1 - Policy .................................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 Purpose ........................................................................................................................................... 3
1.2 Scope .............................................................................................................................................. 3
1.3 Requirements ................................................................................................................................. 3
1.4 Responsibilities .............................................................................................................................. 3
Section 2 - Procedure .......................................................................................................................... 4
Section 3 - References ........................................................................................................................ 6
3.1 Statutory Documents ............................................................................................................... 6
3.2 Abbreviations ............................................................................................................................ 6
3.3 Definitions .................................................................................................................................. 6
Appendix 1 ............................................................................................................................................ 7
Appendix 2 ............................................................................................................................................ 8
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Section 1 - Policy
1.1 Purpose Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd (SATCoL) is committed to, so far as is reasonably practicable
through good practice, to managing the risks from slips, trips and falls through the development of a
proactive approach to the identification, management and where necessary the removal of any slip,
trip or fall hazard in the locations which we operate in/ from.
1.2 Scope Slips and trips are the most common of workplace hazards and this policy and procedure is designed
to safeguard staff, volunteers, customers, visitors and contractors who may visit our premises and
therefore applies to all SATCoL locations including shops and head office facilities.
1.3 Requirements A risk assessment is required in each location to identify potential slip and trip hazards. Slip and trip
hazards need to be identified and assessed by the Location Manager and control measures will be
identified.
1.4 Responsibilities Everyone in the workplace has a part to play when it comes to preventing slips, trips and falls.
Property Services
Property Services are Policy and Procedure Owners
Are available to provide advice and guidance where required
Are responsible for organising relevant building repairs or replacements identified in the risk
assessment.
All Line Mangers including Location Managers
Managers are responsible for ensuring that:
This policy and these procedures are implemented and made known to all staff and volunteers within their area of responsibility
They manage their teams with the objective to eliminate hazards and risks associated with slips trips and falls
A risk assessment for their location is carried out for specific slip, trip and fall hazards (including mobile and temporary workplace locations).
Their area of responsibility is kept clear and tidy of any slip, trip and fall hazards.
Stock is managed to prevent items, materials or equipment becoming a trip and fall hazard.
That the correct footwear and clothing is worn as determined in the risk assessment.
Staff
All staff have a responsibility to ensure their own safety and health and for working in a manner which is not detrimental to the safety of themselves and others. Preventing slips trips and falls is something that we can all do. Staff, including volunteers are responsible for ensuring that:
This policy and these procedures are adhered to at all times
They keep their working environment clean, tidy and clear of obstructions and maintain good housekeeping at all times
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They notify their line manager once they become aware of any slips and trip issues or conditions which may lead to a fall.
They comply with the findings of the risk assessment
They wear any protective footwear as directed by their manager and keep this in good condition
They follow the training they have been given
Section 2 - Procedure
Tidiness is one of the foundation stones of good health and safety practice. The majority of
accidents can be prevented through good housekeeping. Many accidents are caused through
people tripping, slipping and falling over stock items, materials and equipment which should not have
been left ‘lying around’. We can all help keep our work area tidy.
All Line Mangers including Location Managers
Undertake a risk assessment for their location to identify specific slip, trip and fall hazards (including mobile and temporary workplace locations). Implement relevant control measures and ensure their area of responsibility is kept clear and tidy of any slip, trip and fall hazards. Communicate the findings of their risk assessment to their staff, volunteers, customers, visitors and contractors who may visit our premises. Where building repairs are identified as necessary report these using the company established procedures. Where specific slip, trip and fall hazards are identified as a result of operational issues report this to their line manager. They review the risk assessment at regular intervals or when there are changes to the working environment.
Staff
Staff, including volunteers have their part to play and must take care of themselves and others ensuring this policy and procedures are adhered to at all times. They keep their working environment clean and tidy and clear of obstructions. They notify their line manager once they become aware of any slips and trip issues or conditions which may lead to a fall. They comply with the findings of the risk assessment. They wear any protective footwear as directed by their manager and keep this in good condition. They follow the training they have been given.
Property Services
Are responsible for organising relevant building repairs or replacements identified in the risk
assessment and for advice and guidance.
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Tips for Location Managers, staff and volunteers
Your actions could make the difference between someone getting injured or not in the area/
workplace that you have control over. Here are some tips:
Seen a spillage? Get it cleared up. Put up a sign if appropriate.
Seen items on the floor? Get them cleared away.
Use your initiative
Make sure the floor is clean and dry at all times.
Get staff or volunteers to clean up spillages immediately.
Dispose of waste materials correctly so that they don’t become an obstacle.
Get any obstructions removed where possible.
Organise the floor space to avoid trailing cables.
Ensure good storage at ALL times.
Ensure workstations are clear of obstacles.
Ensure staff and volunteers wear sensible footwear at all times.
Think about visitors to your workplace, what do they need to know?
Turn lights on where necessary.
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Section 3 - References
3.1 Statutory Documents Document Ref. Title
Statutory Document Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974
Statutory Document The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
Statutory Document The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992
3.2 Abbreviations Abbreviation Definition
HSE Health and Safety Executive
3.3 Definitions Staff - refers to any persons carrying out SATCoL business whether they are paid or unpaid. The
definition is extended to include volunteers, and contractors.
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Appendix 1 Name: Slips, Trips and Falls RISK ASSESSMENT
Assessed by: (Name)
Signature: Date:
Hazard: Existing
Controls already in place:
√ Yes ▼
√ No ►
Initial Risk
Rating HML
Further Improvements required to Reduce Risks are: (Management action plan)
By Whom?
By When?
Residual Risk Rating HML
Done √
H= High M= Medium L=Low
Persons at Risk (√ ) Add as Appropriate:
All employees Volunteers Young worker (under 18) Other visitors Cleaner
Shop staff Customer Disabled worker Contractors Other:
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Appendix 2 ACTIONS REQUIRED FOR SLIPS TRIPS AND FALLS
Action No
Action Required Date Required
By
Date Actioned
Signature
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Notes