Carrying hot oil

Emptying oil from some deep fat fryers can be difficult. Make sure you and your staff follow the manufacturers instructions to do this work safely.

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Food spill

Food or cooking oil spills are one of the main causes of slips in kitchens. We all need to be vigilant and clean up any spilt substance that could cause an accident. Take a look in your workplace and see if you can improve how you work.

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Water overflow or leak

An over flowing sink or a leak, no matter how your water is escaping, it can be a serious slip hazard especially on smooth floor. Stop it from getting onto the floor: turn off taps and fix leaks quickly. Use drip trays or similar as a temporary measure.

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Floor in poor condition

People can trip on damaged floors, if you spot damage arrange for it to be fixed straight away, don’t put off repairs. As a temporary measure, highlight the damaged area, report it and where possible keep staff away from the damage.

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Trip hazards

An unexpected obstacle in your path can cause a bad trip and fall. People need a clear space to work, so make sure boxes, bags, cables and other obstacles aren’t left hanging around. Storage should always be provided for incoming deliveries and bags.

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Cleaning

Most slips happen on wet or dirty floors, anything that gets onto the floor needs to be removed quickly and effectively. Ensure cleaning happens at the right time and is carried out in the correct manner using the right products and equipment.

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Print a poster

If you’ve seen our new adverts you’ll know they’re great for highlighting what can happen if someone slips, trips or falls where you work. So why not download a poster for free now and put it up in your workplace?

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