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Have centre safety checks

Resources - Program tool 9 - Is your centre safe and activity-friendly? is a checklist to help you look for falls hazards in and around your centre. You could even develop policies in your organization that address:

Who should do the safety checks?
Safety checks can be done by a staff member or a volunteer. You could involve your members in conducting the safety audits as part of a regular program. Or, perhaps you have a Health and Safety Committee who can take this on.

How often should the checks be done?
Safety checks should be done on a regular basis. Much of what is considered to be safe wears out over time or is neglected. For example, you may have put a non-skid mat by the entrance to your building, but the backing may no longer be intact. As a general guide, performing a safety check every season is a good strategy. A winter check could focus on the additional risks presented by snow or ice and ways to minimize these risks.