Different types of accidents and sudden illnesses that may occur in own work setting could potentially include Slips and trips, these could be caused by spillages that are not cleared or covered with a wet floor sign to warn the individual of the risk of slippage, or from items left unattended in passageways or walkways, and anyone who has climbed a ladder or high surface without adequate equipment in place to prevent falls (for example a harness for workers working on roofs, maintenance staff using a high ladder or staff not having the training on how to use a ladder within the workplace.) Falls, these could be caused by sudden illnesses, poor use of equipment (for example: hoists, ladders, mobility aids) Sharps injuries (an accident where anything sharp can entre the skin, for example, broken glass.) This can happen if sharp objects are not handled properly or left unattended. Fainting (this may also be caused by an accident) -Bleeding (after an operation, or such as a nosebleed, as well as from an accident) -Stroke -Heart attack
