SISD Risk Management

Safety Division

Objective

SISD Risk Management is committed to providing a safe work environment for all its employees. This training program will, via lecture and handouts, assist all SISD employees employ best safe practices in their employment.

Brinkley died Wednesday night at his home in Houston of complications from a fall, ABC News said Thursday.

June 12, 2003

Every time you take a step—you are at risk for a potentially serious slip, trip, or fall. Next to motor vehicles, falls have been the most important cause of death and injury in the United States.

#1 cause of injury at SISD.

Nationally, slips and falls account for 23% of the number and 26% of the cost of W/C accidents.SISD: 15.56% & 4.55 %

$11,776 (Oct. 04-April 05)

Types of Falls

Fall on the same level:

Higher incidence of occurrence

Lower severity of injury

Fall to a lower level:

Lower incidence of occurrence

Higher severity of injury

Reasons

Lack of safety awareness

Unsafe behaviors (acts)

Unsafe conditions

Carelessness

Contributing Factors

Slippery Surfaces Wrong Footwear

Distractions Sudden Stops

Walking too fast or running.

Rapid change of direction.

Poor Housekeeping.

Coefficient of Friction

The friction between the soles of your shoes and the walking surface determines whether you will slip.

The Cost of Carelessness

Pain

Disability

Medical Appointments

Lost Income

Lost Leisure Time

Prevention

Stay Focused

Rest Body & Mind

Manage Your Stress

Be Careful With Medications

Prevention (cont’d)

Be Careful!!

Clean up/Report Problems.

Wear the Right Shoes.

Slow Down.

Clean Clutter.

Thank You!!

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