RA_HO_10 — Slips, Trips & Falls¶
Document Information
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Document Reference | RA_HO_10 |
| Issue Date | 04/07/2025 |
| Next Review | 04/07/2026 |
| Assessed By | Sean Ashton (HSQE Consultant) |
| Approved By | Aaron Mason, Director |
| Classification | Controlled |
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Related: APP_07 Hazard Identification Log · APP_08 OHS Hazard Assessments Register
Task/Activity¶
Prevention of slips, trips, and falls in all work areas
Location¶
Offices, home offices, site visits, car parks
Persons at Risk¶
- All staff
- Visitors
- Contractors
- Delivery personnel
Hazards and Controls¶
| Hazard | Existing Controls | S | L | R | Additional Controls | S | L | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wet floors | Wet floor signs, cleaning protocols | 2 | 2 | 🟢 4 | Anti-slip treatments, improved drainage | 2 | 1 | 🟢 2 |
| Trailing cables | Cable management, regular inspections | 2 | 2 | 🟢 4 | Cable routing systems, wireless equipment | 2 | 1 | 🟢 2 |
| Uneven surfaces | Maintenance program, hazard reporting | 2 | 2 | 🟢 4 | Surface repairs, warning signs | 2 | 1 | 🟢 2 |
| Poor lighting | Good lighting standards, maintenance | 2 | 2 | 🟢 4 | LED motion lighting, emergency lighting | 2 | 1 | 🟢 2 |
| Cluttered walkways | Housekeeping standards, storage | 2 | 3 | 🟡 6 | 5S implementation, designated storage | 2 | 1 | 🟢 2 |
| Weather conditions | Gritting, matting, warnings | 3 | 2 | 🟡 6 | Covered walkways, weather monitoring | 2 | 1 | 🟢 2 |
| Stairs and steps | Handrails, non-slip nosings | 3 | 2 | 🟡 6 | Contrasting edges, improved lighting | 2 | 1 | 🟢 2 |
| Footwear issues | Footwear policy, guidance | 2 | 2 | 🟢 4 | Appropriate footwear provision | 2 | 1 | 🟢 2 |
PPE Requirements¶
- Safety footwear (where required)
- High visibility clothing (car parks)
Training Requirements¶
- Hazard awareness
- Good housekeeping
- Incident reporting
- Safe movement
- Winter safety
- Ladder safety
Emergency Procedures¶
- First aid response
- Incident reporting
- Scene preservation
- Medical assistance
- Investigation process
- Insurance notification
Monitoring¶
- Regular inspections
- Incident analysis
- Near miss reporting
- Maintenance records
Risk Assessment Summary¶
Risk Scoring Matrix¶
- Severity (S): 1=Negligible, 2=Minor, 3=Serious, 4=Catastrophic
- Likelihood (L): 1=Remote, 2=Unlikely, 3=Likely, 4=Almost Certain
- Risk Rating: 🟢 Low (1-5), 🟡 Medium (6-11), 🔴 High (12-16)
Document Control¶
- All risk assessments reviewed annually
- Update following incidents or changes
- Approved by senior management
- Communicated to all relevant parties
Related Documents¶
- APP_07 Hazard Identification Log
- MAN01_INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (IMS) MANUAL
- APP_12 Training Matrix
Risk Scoring Matrix (4 × 4)¶
- Severity (S): 1 = Negligible · 2 = Minor · 3 = Serious · 4 = Catastrophic
- Likelihood (L): 1 = Remote · 2 = Unlikely · 3 = Likely · 4 = Almost Certain
- Risk Rating (R = S × L): 🟢 Low (1-5) · 🟡 Medium (6-11) · 🔴 High (12-16)
This RA uses the same 4 × 4 matrix applied across APP_07, APP_08 and all sister RAs for auditor consistency.
How this document is approved
This document is maintained under AMWS's continuous-compliance model. Substantive revisions are reviewed and signed off by the Directors at the standing weekly Director / HSQE compliance call (Sean Ashton, Onyx + Leanne Mason). Currency, cross-references and minor edits are checked at the monthly Onyx site visit. The annual Management Review (September) provides the strategic-level confirmation. Compliance is therefore continuous, not gated on a single annual meeting.