Tips on avoiding slips and falls

The risk of slips and falls on icy footpaths is likely to continue in the days ahead, and to help avoid injury, the HSE advises the public to: 

• Wear well-fitting shoes with non-slip soles if you have to go out but try to limit walking during the current cold weather. Boots with rubber soles and solid ankle support are essential to prevent slips and falls on the ice.

• Keep your hands out of your pockets when out walking.

• If you have a fall, even a minor one, make sure you visit your doctor for a check up.
 
If you are able, please clear the ice from your footpath and around your house or business, and assist less capable neighbours in doing the same.
 
 Further information on health services in your area and information leaflets on ‘Slips, Trips and Falls’ and ‘Keep Warm, Keep Well This Winter’ are available from the HSE’s information line, 1850 24 1850. You can also read or download the leaftlets on http://www.hse.ie/ .