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Housekeeping and walkways
Housekeeping is where slip prevention starts. Scrap, cords, hoses and tools left in walkways are instant trip hazards, especially in high-traffic areas.
Keep paths clear, get rid of scrap as you go, and keep laydown areas organized. Make housekeeping part of the daily inspection.
Weather, mud and ice
Outdoor surfaces change all day. Rain, mud, frost and ice can turn a normal path into a hazard in minutes. Slow down, test your footing before you commit, and wear boots with real traction.
Grit, salt, mats or plywood help for a while. Sometimes the right call is to close off the area until it's fixed.
Footwear and paying attention
The best site controls don't help if your boots are worn out or wrong for the ground. Look for solid tread and ankle support suited to the weather and terrain.
Watch the transitions, like gravel to concrete, concrete to mud and mud to steel deck. A lot of slips happen when someone's carrying too much, looking at a phone or rushing through a crowded area.
Stairs, ramps and elevated walkways
Trips aren't only a ground-level problem. Keep stairs clear and lit, and keep a hand on the rail. Temporary stairs, ramps and platforms need to be secured, fully decked and checked for loose or damaged boards.
Use the designated access points. Don't jump off equipment or climb over barriers.