NSC Residential Slip Trip and Fall

Information on common locations of falls and prevention tips on falls which are one of the leading causes of unintentional injuries in the US.

The dangers of slips, trips and falls

Falls are one of the leading causes of unintentional injuries in the United States, accounting for approximately 8.9 million visits to the emergency department (2011 NSC Injury Facts).

Most people have a friend or relative who has fallen, or maybe you’ve fallen yourself. Falls are the second-leading cause of unintentional death in homes and communities, resulting in more than 25,000 fatalities in 2009. The risk of falling, and fall-related problems, rises with age and is a serious issue in homes and communities.

Fall prevention tips

• Clean up all spills immediately
• Stay off freshly mopped floors
• Secure electrical and…