Floor Slip Test

The astm e303 slip resistance test standard defines the british pendulum tester that is now a national standard for pedestrian floor slip resistance in at least 50 nations on five continents and has been endorsed by ceramic tile institute of america since 2001.

Floor slip test.

Slip check a division of safe environments are experts in the field of slip testing and other material properties of flooring materials. Slip resistance testing or floor friction testing is usually desired by the building s owner or manager when there has been a report of a slip and fall accident when there has. Slip check employ materials scientists forensic scientists occupational health and safety consultants occupational hygienists and architects. It is aimed at employers who need to measure floor slipperiness such as manufacturers and research and testing bodies.

It is the most widely used and trusted pedestrian slip resistance test method worldwide. We provide specialized certified engineer stamped floor and tile dynamic coefficient of friction testing dcof rating astm e303 93 road skid resistance testing scof tile testing astm c1028 and ansi b101 1 reliable in dry condition only sustainable slip resistance floor testing services and we also sell slip test instruments such. Slip resistance testing is usually desired by the building s owner or manager when there has been a report of a slip accident or when there has been a report of a near accident. Floor slip testing floor sample tests pendulum tests to bs 7976 to prevent slip injury claims.

Testing for compliance with building codes or require an expert to help you understand the strengths and weaknesses of your. Floor slip resistance testing is the science of measuring the coefficient of friction or resistance to slip accidents of flooring surfaces either in a laboratory before or after installation or on floors in situ. Our service doesn t start and finish with the test we provide a holistic approach to our floor consultation and will advise on all factors that will impact the risk of a slip trip or fall on your premises. Complete floor safety consultation.

It will also help employers and other dutyholders assess slip risks in workplaces by helping them interpret flooring manufacturers test data. Call us today whether you require independent slip testing services to provide a slip resistance rating for your tiles stone timber or vinyl.