Slips, Trips and Falls

2. Slips, Trips and Falls

Slips and trips remain the single most common cause of major injury in UK workplaces. Every year there are hundreds of major accidents in the catering and hospitality industry caused by slips and trips. The occupations most affected are kitchen assistants, chefs and waiting staff.

Slips, trips and falls can cause a variety of health problems including any thing from minor bruising to broken bones and back problems. These can cause staff to be off work for extended periods of time, or even permanent disabilities. This causes problems for both the employer and the employee.

This section covers:

• Causes and Controls for Slips, Trips and Falls