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. 2016 Mar 30;59(7):861–883. doi: 10.1080/00140139.2016.1157214

Table 2. Prevention measures for STFL (adapted from Haslam and Stubbs, 2006).

Primary Prevention Risk Reduction Maximised Capability
  • Provide slip resistant flooring

  • Design work/activity systems to avoid presence of fall risks (attention to environments, equipment, layouts, tasks and people)

  • Cover outside walkways to keep off rain, snow, ice, leaves

  • Design walkways to exclude trip hazards

  • Plan pedestrian routes to allow sufficient space between individuals

  • Separate pedestrians from moving machinery and vehicles

  • Provide sufficient, convenient space for storage

  • Avoid need for walking/standing on surfaces that move unpredictably

  • Install adequate lighting

  • Design and select environment features to facilitate cleaning and maintenance

  • Design and select environment features for durability and resistance to damage

  • Provide education and awareness raising of fall risks and fall consequences

  • Perform fall risk assessments and implement controls

  • Organise sustainable housekeeping procedures for inspection, cleaning and maintenance

  • Manage fall risks introduced during installation, cleaning and maintenance

  • Provide warning signs for slip hazards

  • Mark trip hazards

  • Encourage use of lighting

  • Discourage carrying of awkward, heavy loads

  • Avoid creating circumstances that encourage rushing

  • Implement risk management protocols for inclement weather

  • Implement risk management protocols for individuals at increased risk of falling

  • Encourage use of suitable footwear

  • Encourage use of suitable clothing, including personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Encourage eye tests and appropriate use of spectacles

  • Encourage exercise for strength, coordination and balance

  • Adopt occupational health protocols to minimise fall risk from prescribed medication

  • Consider fall risk arising from shiftworking