According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in four Americans will fall each year. And of those who fall one time, half of them will fall again.
You may protect yourself from falling by:
- Wearing proper footwear — your choice of shoes, for example wearing secure shoes that fit properly with ties or buckles can help to keep you stable.
- Having your eyes checked — be sure you can see clearly and look out to the horizon to focus ahead of you.
- Making your home environment safer — keep pathways free from clutter and electrical cords.
- Keeping fit — regular physical activity can help you improve your strength and balance.
Additional information is available in this safety share, courtesy of Katherine “Kathy” Obmascik (CPA). Please print this information and use it to help kick off a team discussion at your next meeting with colleagues or staff.
All employees are encouraged to submit safety shares for inclusion in the Safety Share Library, available on Box. Submission details are available on Inside Argonne.
Each month a safety share submitted by an individual will be selected to receive a Spot Award for demonstrated safety leadership. The Spot Award program offers three award levels: gold ($100), silver ($50) and bronze ($25).