There is the risk of being seriously injured. Slips and trips can result in sick leave, reduced working capacity, insecurity and, in the worst case, death.

There are many potential injuries: concussions, shoulder injuries, wrist injuries, fractures, cuts, etc.

Start by conducting a risk assessment. Is it possible to eliminate the risks? Keep the workplace clean and tidy.

What you can do: Hang up loose cables; salt, sand or level out the surface. Put up warning signs and barriers, ensure good lighting. Take your time doing your work. Wear protective shoes with good traction.

Protective shoes with nitrile rubber soles provide good traction and grip well to various slippery indoor and outdoor surfaces, all year round.

If conditions require, also wear slip-on traction cleats or similar.