Workplace Safety Slip Trip Housekeeping

Top tips:

use the correct amount of the right cleaning product
allow detergents enough time to work on greasy floors
maintain cleaning equipment so it remains effective
use a dry mop or squeegee on wet floors to reduce floor-drying time, but remember, while the floor is damp there is still a slip risk
even using a well-wrung mop will leave a thin film of water, sufficient enough to create a slip risk on a smooth floor
spot clean where possible
People often slip on floors that have been left wet after cleaning. Stop pedestrian access to smooth wet floors by using barriers, locking doors, or cleaning in sections. Signs and cones only warn of a hazard, they do not prevent people from entering the area. If the spill is not visible, they are usually ignored.

You must assess the risk from slips and trips and take reasonable precautions. Some simple things you might consider as part of your assessment are: