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Holiday Safety: Tip No. 11

Dec. 15, 2000

Tips for avoiding hazardous slips and falls off-the-job this winter.

Avoid hazardous slips and falls off-the-job this winter. The Hartford, an international insurance and financial services company, offers the following hints to prevent accidents while enjoying your holidays.

Prevent slips and falls on icy walkways and steps by keeping them clear of snow and ice.
Be prepared for bad weather; stock up on sand and road salt before the first flakes begin to fall.
Clear walkways, sidewalks, porches and entrances of any obstructions such as toys, bikes, fallen leaves and gardening equipment.
Keep entrances, porches, yards and sidewalks well lit.
When installing outdoor decorations, use a ladder that is sturdy, well built and in good condition. Make sure it is angled about 75 degrees and the footings are secured.
Don''t climb a wet or frost-covered roof; you risk slipping off. Similarly, don''t climb a ladder with wet or muddy shoes.

by Virginia Sutcliffe

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Dave Blanchard, Editor-in-Chief: During his career Dave has led the editorial management of many of Endeavor Business Media's best-known brands, including IndustryWeek, EHS Today, Material Handling & Logistics, Logistics Today, Supply Chain Technology News, and Business Finance. In addition, he serves as senior content director of the annual Safety Leadership Conference. With over 30 years of B2B media experience, Dave literally wrote the book on supply chain management, Supply Chain Management Best Practices (John Wiley & Sons, 2021), which has been translated into several languages and is currently in its third edition. He is a frequent speaker and moderator at major trade shows and conferences, and has won numerous awards for writing and editing. He is a voting member of the jury of the Logistics Hall of Fame, and is a graduate of Northern Illinois University.

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