Walking and Working SurfaceS
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Extension cords, power cables, air hoses, pipes or conduits set near the floor.
Ladders/scaffolds – improperly used, not properly maintained.
Seasonal conditions – snow, ice, rain or mud on walking surfaces.
In considering hazards, you must consider not only surfaces regularly used, but surfaces which may
require occasional access (such as roof or maintenance areas and fire exits).
Applicable Legislation
Regulations for Industrial Establishments made under the Occupational Health and Safety Act:
s.11: Floors, be kept free of
s.15: Floor, openings in
s.85: Falls from heights
s.86: Falls into liquid
s.13: Guardrails, where required
s.14: Guardrails, specifications
s.18: Ladders – fixed
s.73: Ladders – portable
s.17: Walkways
Controls
The following are some measures you can take to make walking and working surfaces safe and thus
eliminate or reduce the occurrence of slips and falls in your workplace:
In-plant
Install non-slip surfaces especially around machinery and equipment where spills may occur, on
stairs and ramps, and in lunch rooms and aisles.
Provide duckboards or other non-slip footing in frequently wet areas.
Install drip pans.
Provide proper lighting, particularly on stairs.
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