FACTS

1. Wet or Polished Treads: Cleaning residue, rainwater, or smooth finishes reduce traction on steps and ramps, causing sudden slips during ascent or descent
2. Inconsistent Step Geometry: Uneven riser heights or tread depths disrupt gait rhythm, increasing missteps and forward falls.
3. Missing or Improper Handrails: Absent, loose, or poorly placed handrails remove a critical balance aid when workers stumble or carry loads.
4. Ramp Grade Stress: Slopes that are too steep increase braking forces on descent and push forces on ascent, elevating fall and overexertion risk.
5. Transition Hazards: Door thresholds and floor material changes at stair or ramp landings create unexpected […]

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