Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention
About Course
Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death among adults 65+ and the leading cause of lost workdays for direct care staff in residential settings. This compliance training equips direct care staff in Maryland DDA-Licensed Group Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, and Nursing Homes with the knowledge and skills to identify hazards, protect residents and themselves, and respond correctly when falls occur.
Regulatory Framework Covered: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.22, CMS Fall Prevention Requirements, COMAR 10.22, COMAR 10.07.14, and TJC NPSG.09.02.01.
- Understand the difference between slips, trips, and falls
- Identify environmental and individual-specific fall risk factors
- Apply environmental controls and individual support interventions
- Protect yourself as a direct care worker
- Respond correctly when a fall occurs
- Complete post-fall documentation and analysis
Course Content
Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention — Core Training
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Why Falls Are a Regulatory Priority — The Human and Business Cost
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Environmental Hazards and Resident-Specific Fall Risk Factors
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Fall Prevention: Environmental Controls and Individual Support Interventions
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When a Fall Happens: Response Protocol, Documentation, and Post-Fall Analysis
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Knowledge Check – Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention
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