Slip and fall accidents are more than just minor mishaps; they can lead to serious injuries, costly lawsuits, and damage to your reputation. Whether you’re managing a commercial building, retail space, or public facility, one thing is clear: floor safety should never be an afterthought.…
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As a property owner, ensuring the safety of your floors is not just about keeping up appearances it’s about preventing accidents and staying compliant with safety standards. One crucial safety measure is floor slip resistance testing, which assesses the likelihood of slips and falls on…
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Slip resistance testing measures how safe a walking surface is by evaluating its ability to prevent slips and falls. This is especially important in high-traffic areas like hotels, hospitals, shopping centers, and workplaces. The results help determine whether a floor meets safety standards such as…
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Floor safety is more than just choosing the right material it’s about ongoing performance. At the heart of slip resistance is the Dynamic Coefficient of Friction (DCOF), a metric used to assess how safe a flooring surface is under wet conditions. But here’s something many…
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When it comes to slip resistance testing, the standards you choose can mean the difference between safe compliance and unnecessary liability. For years, NFSI B101.1 and NFSI B101.3 was cited in safety discussions, but what many don’t realize is that ANSI no longer approves this…
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Walkways are more than just paths; they guide customers, visitors, and employees every day. Despite their importance, they’re often neglected during maintenance checks. Over time, small issues add up, turning seemingly safe spaces into slip or trip hazards. The problem? Most people don’t even realize…
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Slips and falls are still a leading cause of workplace accidents, but in 2025, businesses aren’t taking chances. They’re rethinking how they approach floor safety, especially when it comes to the slip test. With evolving standards, better technology, and increased legal accountability, the way companies…
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If you’re trying to make your floors safer by following ANSI B101.1 or B101.3, you’re not alone, but there’s something important you should know. ANSI B101.1 and B101.3 are no longer an approved ANSI standard. It was officially withdrawn due to a lack of compliance,…
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When it comes to walkway safety, one device is essential for measuring slip resistance the tribometer. But with various options on the market, selecting the right one for your facility can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for accuracy, compliance, and ease of use, the BOT-3000E…
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Keeping people safe in commercial, industrial, and public spaces continues to be a top priority in 2025. One of the most essential parts of that safety is slip resistance and making sure floors meet the right standards for traction and safety. That’s where slip slip…
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In today’s era of smart buildings, automation isn’t just about lighting, HVAC, or security it’s also about floor safety. As technology evolves, so does our approach to slipperiness testing, which plays a critical role in reducing slip-and-fall risks in public and commercial spaces. With artificial…
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When thinking about ways to improve workplace productivity, floor safety probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But it should be. Floor slipperiness plays a surprisingly important role in employee performance, comfort, and confidence, especially in fast-paced or high-traffic environments. Ignoring the condition…
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