Preventing slips, trips and falls at work (PDF version)

What it contains

This guidance provides information and examples to help understand common causes of slips, trips and falls at level and under 2 m, including falls from stairs and ramps but excluding incidents from vehicles. Slips, trips and falls over 2 m are covered by Regulation 3.3 Prevention of Falls in the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2017.

This guidance provides an overview of:

• how to plan for and ensure safe entry, exit and movement around the workplace
• what is needed for the effective maintenance of the work environment
• other actions and considerations that support good planning and maintenance
• how to communicate and work with relevant duty holders
• addressing slips, trips and falls hazards
• legislation and standards that are relevant to slips, trips and falls.