A STILE OF SAFETY

A few months ago, we touched on the subject of slippery boardwalks and the perils of using chicken wire mesh as a method of slip resistance when it’s a hazard in itself.

As well as boardwalks, countryside stiles also have their problems. These get slimy with a build-up of algae and moss and are extremely hazardous when constantly wet through constant rainfall of late. Muddy ramblers’ boots won’t prevent slipping and since you have to ascend and descend, you are more likely to slip and lose your balance causing yourself an injury.

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A NOSE FOR SAFETY

Smooth or worn step/stair edges are the main reason for many severe or even fatal slip and fall accidents, however, this hazard can be very easily eliminated in minutes.

Most slip accidents on steps/stairs occur through your foot slipping at the leading edge, or nose, of a step. This is especially the case when the leading edge of the metal, wood, or concrete step surface becomes worn, and the edge rounded. Read More

The perils of chicken wire

Chicken wire mesh is ideal for chicken enclosures and rabbit runs, but we wonder why it is still being used as a slip resistant measure when it’s a hazard in itself.

Many local authorities, country parks, forestry and environment management and maintenance tend to use it because it’s cheap and quick way (they believe) to take some measure to ensure no one slips on their patch. It’s a make do and mend solution, and undoubtedly, a very temporary fix.

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Don’t let your slippery steps become an injury claim

Steps around the golf course are often a nice feature making the course both more aesthetically pleasing and more accessible. However, wooden stairs develop a slimy slippery coating outside thanks to rain, algae and moss. They can often become hazardous and increase the risk of the most common cause of major injuries… slips, trips and falls. Combining this with spiked shoes which are unlikely to prevent slipping it’s an accident waiting to happen and you’re a no win no fee goldmine!!

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Stay ‘slip’ safe in the winter

It doesn’t take a scientist to work out that as the Winter season draws in it brings with it an increased risk of slip and trip accidents. That smooth surface that may be overlooked throughout the year can become an ice rink and an accident just waiting to happen. Protect employees, customers, and yourselves by assessing the risks at your premises.

 

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