• Fit handrails to at least one side of every stairway used for access.
• Keep all steps and stairways clear of tools, debris, and trailing cables.
• Ensure adequate lighting is provided on all stairways including temporary ones.
• Apply non-slip nosings or treads to stairs where surfaces are smooth.
• Use three points of contact when going up or down stairs on site.
• Clean wet, muddy, or icy steps promptly and apply grit in cold weather.
• Carry materials using hoists or lifts rather than manually on stairways.
• Inspect temporary stairways regularly for damage, loose fixings, and defects.
• Report any damaged or missing handrails, treads, or lighting immediately.
• Wear footwear with good grip and ankle support on site stairways.

• DON'T leave tools, materials, or rubbish on steps or stairway landings.
• DON'T use a stairway that has no handrail without reporting the defect.
• DON'T run up or down stairs, even when under time pressure.
• DON'T carry loads that block your view of the steps below you.
• DON'T use your phone or read documents while walking on stairs.
• DON'T allow trailing cables or hoses to cross stairways without protection.
• DON'T ignore wet, muddy, or icy conditions on steps and landings.
• DON'T prop open fire doors on stairways without proper authorisation.
• DON'T use damaged temporary stairs; report and barricade them immediately.
• DON'T skip steps or jump down stairs to save time.

See also: Slips, Trips and Falls Awareness | Good Housekeeping Standards