This Guide and Factsheet are aimed at preventing injuries resulting from slips, trips and falls on the same level. All slips, trips and falls on the same level can have serious consequences.
According to workers compensation data for 2004/05, total direct costs due to slips, trips and falls on the same level in NSW were about $110 million. With an average cost to an employer of around $18,900, one workers compensation claim for a slip, trip or fall on the same level incident can have a major impact on a business.
Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls: Guide
Publication No. 1401 (PDF format - 220 Kb)
Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls: Information for Workers - Fact Sheet
Publication No. 1400 (PDF format - 108 Kb)
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