April showers bring slippery floors and increase the opportunities for slips and falls to occur! Let’s be cautious and focused on preventing these accidents. Here are some tips for controlling the risk of slips and falls due to wet floors:
- Make sure to mop properly – don’t use too much water!
- Dry mop, when necessary, to remove excess water
- Let others know when you are mopping so they can be extra vigilant
- Wear slip resistant shoes
- Use wet floor signs!
Wet weather means wet floors and wet floors are a HAZARD. Inventory your wet floor signs and if you need more, please order them.