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These accidents usually occur because someone was careless, often due to negligence. To prevent slip and fall accidents,
                 it's important to warn people about potential hazards. For instance:
                 Wet floor signs: These signs alert people to walk carefully on wet or freshly mopped floors.

                 Watch your step signs: These signs can warn people about hazards like a sharp turn on a staircase or a loose floor tile,
                 helping to prevent accidents.

                 Injuries caused due to Escalators or Elevators (lifts)
                 People can get hurt if they fall while riding an escalator. In the case of elevators injury may happen due to sudden
                 jerky movements of the elevator, that can cause people to fall. Or due to tripping when getting on or off the elevator.
                 Sometimes if an elevator gets stuck, it can cause panic and trauma.
                 Although injuries from escalators and elevators are rare, they mainly affect children, women, and the elderly. To
                 prevent these injuries, it's important to regularly check escalators and elevators to ensure they are working properly
                 and safely. This should be done by the right person or department.
                 If you notice any problems with escalators or elevators, report them immediately to the responsible personnel. If the
                 organisation isn’t properly maintaining or checking these devices, inform higher authorities within the organisation to
                 ensure that safety procedures are followed.

                 Accidents due to Falling of Goods
                 Goods can fall from shelves or wall hangings and hurt people. This usually happens when items are not stacked properly
                 or are placed in an unsafe way. To prevent these accidents:

                 •  Proper Stacking: Make sure items on shelves are stacked correctly and securely.
                 •  Safe Placement: Ensure that goods on wall hangings or other storage areas are placed safely and cannot easily fall.
                 Always double-check that everything is positioned securely to avoid accidents and injuries.

                 Accidents due to Moving Objects
                 Accidents that involve moving objects can have significant risks in various settings, especially in workplaces where
                 machinery,  vehicles,  or  other  moving  equipment  are  present.  Understanding  the  nature  of  these  accidents  and
                 implementing effective prevention measures is crucial for ensuring the safety of all employees.
                 For example,
                 •  Accidents may happen during loading and unloading operations or due to collisions in loading docks and parking
                   areas.
                 •  Workers may get caught in moving parts, leading to severe injuries.
                 •  Injuries can happen if tools slip or are dropped while in use.

                 Handling Accidents
                 Accidents can happen unexpectedly in any workplace. Proper response and management play very important role in
                 minimising injury and prevent further incidents. In an organisation If a colleague gets injured in an accident, you must
                 follow these steps:

                 Attend to the Injured Person Immediately
                 Here are some crucial steps to take when responding to an injury:

                 •  Assess the Situation: Quickly determine the severity of the injury.
                 •  First Aid: If the injury is minor, administer first aid. Ensure that first aid kits are easily accessible and stocked with
                   necessary supplies.




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