Slip and Fall Prevention Tips: Spill Management
While shopping in the dairy section of a large grocery store, one of the cooling units leaked water onto the floor. An employee stood over the spill, blocking it off and verbally warning all shoppers in that section of the potential danger. The result? No accidental slips and zero injuries.
Why? Because the employee saw a problem, acted quickly, limited traffic, and had someone clean the spill within a matter of minutes.
Slips, trips, and falls are a leading cause of injury.
When you notice a spill, how often does “I’ll clean it in a minute” become ten, twenty, or even thirty minutes or more later? In that time, how many people come across that spill?
Rapid spill management is essential for keeping employees and customers safe:
- Act quickly to mop or wipe up any spill or leak to prevent small spills from spreading or worsening.
- For spills that can’t immediately be cleaned, place visible warning signs in strategic places to alert passersby of the danger.
- Keep cleaning supplies in stock, on hand, and within easy access so that you aren’t fumbling for a solution when a problem arises.
- Embrace slip-resistant floor coatings, routine inspections, and proper mat placement to reduce the risk of slippery or greasy surfaces.
Not every business will react appropriately with proper spill management protocols. If that negligence has led you or a loved one to be injured in a slip and fall, contact Multerer & Blum Law for a free case evaluation.
If you have been injured in a car crash or slip and fall, call Multerer & Blum Law. We exclusively represent accident victims to get them the compensation they deserve. Call 716-882-8828. We’re here to help.
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