Slips, trips and falls at work

More than one-third of all major injuries reported each year are caused as a result of a slip or trip (the single most common cause of injuries at work). These cost employers £300 million a year in lost production and other costs.


Legislation

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 places duties on employers, self-employed and employees. Under the Act, employers have a duty to protect the health, safety and welfare of their employees.

In addition to The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, employers will have to comply with:

  • Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
  • Workplace (Health & Safety at Work) Regulations 1999
  • Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 1999
  • Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992, Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
  • Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.