Program Description

Transportation workers face a number of slip, trip, and fall hazards depending on the type of work they do. According to statistics from the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board, the bulk of the injuries in the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association’s member industries are suffered by truck drivers, loading dock workers, and lumber-yard workers. This program will help employers and workers in the transportation industry identify hazards and strategies to minimize the risk of slips, trips and falls in the workplace.

Who Should Attend?

This program is intended for employers, small business owners and workers who need guidance to better manage their own falls risks.

Course Duration

Time to complete: Estimated 60 minutes to 90 minutes

Learning Objectives

By the end of this program, you will be able to:

• 1. Identify slip, trip, and fall hazards around a vehicle.
• 2. Recognize the impacts of slips, trips, and falls incidents.
• 3. Identify strategies to minimize the risk of slips, trips, and falls.