Thames Water Safety Stand Down

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Top Injury by body part 1. Hands/fingers 2. Head & face 3. Back

Hit by/against

Slips & tripsManual handling

Head & Face

- 44 (3)

Hands & Fingers -

126 (7)

Arms - 29 (2)

Neck,Shoulders & Chest - 22 (2)

Back - 38 (6)

Thighs &

Knees- 25 (7)Lower Legs &

Ankles - 38 (5)Feet & Toes -

28 (6)

Body Injuries April - March 14/15 months figures in ()

• We see more slips and trips incidents and injuries during the winter months than the rest of the year, due to fallen leaves, reduced light and rain and ice.

• Take care when working outside and remember to use the zero compromise card where you see unsafe acts or conditions. If you see something unsafe which needs further investigation, raise it on safeguard and inform your manager.

• Make sure you wrap up warm in the cold to avoid hypothermia, frostbite and immersion foot.

• Low temperatures can affect concentration, resulting in increased incidents and injuries. Be aware of how the cold is affecting you and take regular breaks to warm up.

Keeping healthy and safe in winter

Trip Hazards

Finger Partial Amputation

Stay safe on the roads• Whether you’re a cyclist or a driver, see our top tips to keep you safe on

the road (available on the Thames health and safety hub).

• Fully charge your mobile phone in case you get stuck and save important numbers, including a contact who can help if you’re involved in an incident or get a puncture.

• Check the treads and pressure of your tyres before a journey.

• Tell someone where you’re going and when you expect to arrive and keep in regular contact with people where possible.

• Keep something to eat and drink in your vehicle

• Reduce your speed and allow yourself extra stopping distance between you and the car in front.

Thank you&

Stay Safe

“No accidents, no harm to people and no damage to the environment”.