"I would recommend Grip Potential to any one wanting technical support in this very complicated field." - Charles Airlie, Ritrama (UK) Ltd
Expert impartial guidance
Slips can be prevented, usually at very little cost and with great benefit to both those at risk and responsible parties. Our own in depth assessment will provide an accurate measure of slip risk. The report provides, dependent on results, advice on how to reduce risk, or sturdy evidence in defence of a slip injury claim. There are however, simple and straight forward precautions that can be taken in the meantime to reduce the likelihood of a slip occurring.
Slip test methods
The range and scope of slip testing methods can make it hard for the uninformed to determine whether their floors are safe. Whilst there is no worldwide recognised 'definitive slip risk test', BS 7976 (The Pendulum) is the mostly widely recognised in the UK. Research is ongoing into a more unified approach to the assessment of slip risk across Europe, however until such an approach is widely adopted the possibility of mismatched and sometimes misleading slip test data remains.
The Slips Potential Model aims to demonstrate the inter-relationship between factors affecting slip risk. For an accurate risk assessment all factors must be considered, a single factor in isolation is meaningless. This holistic approach to slip risk assessment is "considered to be the definitive method within the current state of understanding" and forms the basis of our assessment.
Slippery floors pose a serious hazard to staff and visitors alike, with slips and trips accounting for over a third of all reported major injuries and 95% of major slips resulting in broken bones. Slips can be prevented with this straightforward guide.
If you have a question, we've probably been asked it before. Our FAQ's are split into general, risk assessment, test methods, specification and accident categories. Can't find the answer to your query? We are only a phone call or email away.
We love all things slip related so much we can't help but write about it whenever we have the time. Currently under construction, this part of the website will be live soon.
Need advice?
The right advice at the right time can prevent an accident, wasted time and/or wasted money. We're always happy to help where we can, just drop us an email or pick up the phone. We don't profit from any anti-slip products or solutions so you can be sure the advice is independent and impartial.
