The UK’s preferred slip test method
In the UK, the preferred method for slip resistance testing is the Pendulum Test, also known as the Slip Resistance Test (SRT). This test is carried out using a pendulum-based slip tester, which measures the coefficient of friction (CoF) of a surface by swinging a rubber slider over the surface and measuring the resistance to slipping. The […]
Slip Testing In UK
Slip testing is a type of service that involves evaluating the slip resistance of a floor or surface. Slip resistance refers to the ability of a surface to provide traction or grip underfoot, and is an important safety consideration in many settings. Slip testing is often performed in commercial and industrial buildings, as well as […]
How To Stop Employee Falls, Slips, And Trips In Your Business?
Getting slipped, tripped, or falling is a common experience for many workers and can lead to serious injuries. The U.S. Department of Labor reports that 25 percent of reported injury cases in recent years were caused by slips, trips, and falls. While many of these accidents seem unavoidable, there are several things you can do […]
A Brief on Safety Flooring test procedures
It has long been acknowledged by the flooring industry that safety floors include floor coverings that have hard particles throughout their structure, rather than only on the surface, to improve their slip resistance capabilities. The floor covering’s slip resistance is maintained throughout its service life since new particles within the structure become visible as the […]
Slippery Floors- What Can We Do?
Slippery floors can be very dangerous and can cause serious injuries. It is important to take precautions to prevent falls, such as using non-slip flooring and keeping the floor clean and dry. Flooring must be suitable for the activity or type of work taking place. For example, hard flooring such as vinyl or tiles in […]
Essential Guide For Floor Safety
Floor safety is very important in preventing slips, trips, and falls. Almost 90% of slips and falls in the workplace are due to unsafe floor conditions. Many injuries can be prevented by simply keeping the floors clean and free of hazards. There are many ways to make floors safe, including using slip-resistant mats and keeping […]
Slips And Trips Accidents And Preventions
Slips and trips are a huge safety hazard. They’re one of the leading causes of accidental injury. A major contributor to these accidents is when floors are unclean or have liquid spills. Slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall accidents are costly in terms of medical bills and workers’ compensation claims and can also lead to lawsuits. That’s why […]
Wet Floor Signs – An Admission of Guilt
We’ve all seen the small yellow signs denoting a surface that is slippery when wet. A few may have gone on to wonder how exposing staff, visitors and customers to a known hazard with simply a warning to be careful has become so widely accepted and in some cases, even permanent. Some signs even advertise […]
Cleaning & Slip Resistance
The slip resistance of a floor and its cleaning regime will be more closely related than many would think. Effective cleaning is essential, as we have seen floor surfaces move from a low to high slip risk classification in the space of a week, exposing pedestrians to injury and responsible parties to expensive claims. Where […]
Introduction to Pendulum Test
Every business must have a non-slippery floor in order to provide the best possible safety and prevent unintentional falls. The material of the floor should be selected with care so that it is appropriate for the intended use and the surrounding environment. As a result, the ability of a floor to resist slipping is used […]
