The Cost of Slips, Trips, and Falls
Were you aware that some of the most dangerous places in your home or workplace were your floors? According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), slips, trips, and falls account for over 1 million emergency hospital visits. While they aren't the primary reason for fatal injuries in the workplace, they are the primary cause of workers' compensation claims and missed days at work. At home, slips, trips, and falls cause half of all the accidental deaths at home, especially among the elderly, with most occurring at the ground level.
Identify the Causes of Slips, Trips, and Falls
There are many causes of tripping hazards in homes and workplaces. To avoid injuries, worker absences, and potential lawsuits, it is important to recognize which conditions commonly lead to slips, trips, and falls.
- uneven concrete or floors
- changes in floor levels
- cracks in brick or concrete surfaces
- water on floors, concrete or walkways
- clutter on floors
- poorly-placed floor coverings
- poorly-placed cables
- poor lighting.
How Pro Foundation Technology Provides Solutions
Pro Foundation Technology can help prevent slips, trips and falls in your home or workplace. Our foundation repair experts can correct foundation problems which will make your interior floors level again. If the issue is cracked or slipping concrete, our concrete repair and leveling experts can lift and smooth any of your exterior or interior surfaces. Water problems in your basement, garage, or outdoors? Our expert waterproofing services will eliminate potential hazards caused by slippery surfaces and puddles. You won't need to worry about potential injuries, workers' absences or lawsuits from trips and falls by your employees or customers again.
For more information about preventing slips, trips and falls on your property, please contact our team of experts in foundations, concrete leveling or waterproofing.
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