Work-related slip, trip, and fall (STF) incidents are a leading cause of serious, disabling injuries among healthcare workers. This course highlights the top 10 STF hazards specific to healthcare facilities and provides guidance on developing and implementing an STF prevention program.
The goal is to familiarize healthcare workers and managers with common STF hazards so they can recognize, prevent, and reduce risks in the workplace.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants should be able to:
| ID | Objective |
|---|---|
| TO 1.0 | Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment. |
| LO 1.1.1 | Discuss the impact of slips, trips, and falls on annual lost-time injuries. |
| LO 1.1.2 | Describe housekeeping best practices to reduce slips, trips, and falls. |
| LO 1.2.1 | Describe the healthcare facility risk assessment process. |
| LO 1.2.2 | Describe the components of the STF Prevention Program. |
| LO 1.2.3 | Discuss the importance of training in slip, trip, and fall hazards. |
Key: Terminal Objective (TO), Learning Objective (LO)