Here are 8 steps to you can take to protect your employees and reduce potential liability costs:
- Design your workplace and processes to prevent exposure to hazards. An example is having sufficient hand rails on stairs.
- Maintain good housekeeping, keeping work areas free of clutter and obstacles.
- Assess high-risk areas regularly, especially transition areas, building entrances, doorways, parking lots and common areas.
- Maintain mats and runners. Select mats based on location and performance needs and inspect them regularly.
- Pay attention to footwear. Hold your employees accountable for wearing slip-resistant footwear.
- Educate employees on how to walk, such as turning sideways and taking short steps on slopes.
- Have detailed incident reporting. Document what occurred, who was involved, where, why and how it happened.
- Request a consultation with your insurance broker to assess and address your unique risks, and ensure you have the right coverages.
By being proactive, you can protect your people and business.
