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Floor Safety: What You Don’t Know Might Hurt You

February 19, 2016

CautionWetFloor

Did you know that slip-and-fall accidents are the leading cause of injuries in lawsuits against property owners? These accidents can be painful for all involved. The Department of Justice estimates that each year about $4 billion are awarded to compensate injury victims in these premise liability cases. And in some cases, punitive damages are awarded on top of actual damages. These facts underscore the importance of learning all you can to prevent these accidents. One way to help reduce slips and falls is to use “wet floor” signs properly. You might think this is simple, but Signs are the most misused safety product out there. In many cases, “wet floor“ signs are left out too long, even after the area has dried, so people learn to ignore them. In order to maximize the effectiveness of these signs, suggest that you follow the guidelines below. The “wet floor” sign should be:

  • Placed right on top of the wet area
  • Stable so it won’t tip over
  • At least 28 to 39 inches tall
  • Visible from 360 degrees
  • Yellow with black letters
  • Clearly marked with “Caution: Wet Floor”
  • Removed immediately after the area is dried

In some situations a barricade is a better solution—for instance, to block off larger areas or when floor care will take a long period of time. Staying up to date with the latest standards for floor safety is another way you can help prevent slip-and-fall accidents. The NFSI is an ANSI Accredited Standard Developer and the federal government requires that businesses conform to ANSI standards. For more details on the ANSI/NFSI standards, click here.

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