Slips and falls are the number one cause of accidents in the home and workplace - 30% of all reported injuries.

It is the second leading cause of accidental death, after motor vehicle accidents.  $36 Billion a year problem in North America, or over a $100 million per day problem.

"Insurance rates are increasing on average of 30% per year. 40% of all accident claims paid are Worker's Compensation and Liability claims. 65% of all lost workdays are due to slip-fall accidents."
 

Slips and falls cost the average business owner $12,470 per fall.  Slip-and-fall claims lead the list of general-liability claims. 

"Slips and falls are the number one cause of accidents in hotels, restaurants, and public buildings; 70% occur on flat and level surfaces."

4 of 10 general-liability claims related to slip and falls.

 Combined data from Liberty Mutual, Restaurant Insurance Corp., and Health Canada