Slip and fall accidents are a leading cause of injuries and fatalities, both at home and in the workplace. In fact, according to the National Safety Council, slips, trips, and falls account for over 8 million hospital emergency room visits each year. To prevent these…
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If you’re responsible for the safety of your facility’s floors, you already know that slip and fall accidents are a major liability. According to the National Safety Council, slips, trips, and falls are the third leading cause of workplace injuries, resulting in an average of…
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Slip and fall accidents can be catastrophic and result in significant injuries. In many cases, such accidents are caused by negligence on the part of a property owner or manager. If you’ve been involved in a slip and fall incident, hiring an expert witness can…
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Slip and fall accidents are a common cause of injuries, and they can happen anywhere, from homes and offices to public spaces and industrial settings. Slip resistance is a critical factor in preventing such accidents, and there are several standards and testing methods to ensure…
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Let’s dive into the important aspects of measuring Dynamic Coefficient of Friction (DCOF) accurately. DCOF is a crucial measure of the resistance between two surfaces in relative motion, quantifying the frictional force that opposes the motion of an object. Understanding DCOF is essential as it…
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The Standard for Measuring the Coefficient of Friction 2022 Updates to National Consensus Standard, ANSI A326.3, Now Help Facilities In The USA Protect Themselves From Slip and Fall Hazards & Liabilities in Interior and Exterior Areas American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and The Tile Council…
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WHAT IS CATL? CATL is an independent test lab practicing standards to ISO-17025:2017 It is fully equipped to test the slip resistance of flooring and floor care products to all nationally and internationally recognized measurement standards. CATL is a research partner with the University of North Texas,…
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WHAT IS STEP? The Secure Tribometry Evaluation Platform (STEP) from Safe Space Ingenuity revolutionizes slip testing through computer generated test location diagrams, to identify areas that require immediate attention. The application generates a statistical analysis and history of all slip testing results. Combining the Bluetooth technology…
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