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2.22 Slips, Trips and Falls Policy and Procedure

2.22 Slips Trips and Falls Policy Page 2 of 8 July 2013

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



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



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.



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.



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.


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:



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