Interior of a modern warehouse
As winter weather continues, the risk of slip and fall accidents increases. Your warehouse floor is a large space that can become wet and slippery with heavy traffic and wet conditions. Research shows that slip and fall accidents make up 15 per cent of all accidental deaths, 25 per cent of injury claims and about 95 million lost workdays each year.
Keep your staff safe and your operations running smoothly with some precautionary steps and a proactive approach to wet warehouse floors.
- Regularly inspect and repair any cracks or uneven flooring before they worsen.
- Ensure that the entrance (inside and out) is well-lit so guests and staff can easily identify potential hazards.
- Limit the amount of snow and ice exposure before even entering your warehouse with an effective snow removal strategy; shovel regularly and use ice melter or salt to keep parking lots and walkways as clear as possible.
- Install matting at entrances to help trap ice and snow at the door and limit the amount that travels through the building.
- Matting may not be feasible in all areas due to traffic or equipment use, so consider adding a non-slip coating in high-traffic areas. One option is a clear, odourless chemical treatment applied directly to the floor. This will help mitigate risks by increasing the friction and slip resistance when the surface gets wet.
- Assess your dock seals and shelters to ensure that no condensation is getting inside the warehouse.
- Keep supplies like mops, driers, and ‘wet floor’ signs handy so that if a spill occurs, you can clean it up and make people aware of a possible risk.
- Train staff in hazard recognition, risk prevention, and your policies on slip and fall accidents in the warehouse. Make sure everyone is on the same page, so protocols are followed, and risks are mitigated.
Keep your warehouse neat, tidy, and safe to reduce the risk of slip and fall accidents by taking a proactive approach to your maintenance strategy.
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