Safety first

Safety first – preventing slips, trips and falls

At Monash University, safety is our top priority. Slips, trips, and falls are among the most common causes of injury across our campuses – and the good news is that most are preventable.

Our new safety campaign raises awareness and encourages simple, everyday actions that help keep everyone safe. The campaign arrives at the perfect time: as we move into winter, wetter weather, darker days and reduced visibility can increase the risk of slips, trips and falls.

Whether you’re a student, staff member or contractor, the message is simple: See a hazard? Report it.

Reporting a hazard takes minutes. Recovery from an incident could take months.

Report an incident or hazard

What you can do

Take simple, everyday action: stay alert, spot hazards early and report them quickly to help prevent slips, trips and falls.

Facts and figures

  • Watch your step

    Look out for hazards around campus.

  • Keep your eyes peeled

    A slip or trip could sideline someone for months. Spills, cables, uneven surfaces (even banana peels) are hazards.

  • Stay alert

    Help keep Monash safe by reporting hazards.

Hazards to look out for

Anything you notice that’s unsafe – no matter how small – helps prevent injuries before they happen.

Facts and figures

  • Tripping hazards

    Tangled cords or cables are accidents waiting to happen. See one? Clear the path for someone else.

  • Slipping hazards

    Spot a puddle? See a leak? Clean it up if it’s safe to do so. Report hazards straight away.

  • Low lighting hazards

    Blown globes create dark spots that hide hazards. See a lighting issue? Report it right away.

More information

Hazards and incidents

From reporting incidents in SARAH to risk assessments, safe work instructions, event planning and role management – you'll find everything you need in one place.