Workplace Safety Basics

Key concepts students will learn:

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  Slips, trips, and falls are the second most common cause of workplace injuries in the United States.

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  Slips are caused by a loss of friction, trips happen when you are moving with enough momentum to be thrown off balance, and falls are caused by gravity's pull.

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  To prevent slips, trips, and falls, you should clean up wet spots, wear shoes with good traction, and always pay attention to where you are walking.