We have established time and again that pendulum slip resistance test in London and across the UK conducted by independent slip testing services or any independent slip testing services that is a part of UK slip resistance group would be considered by the court of law..
I have been time and again stating that being an owner, employer or a manager the law mandates you to ensure the safety of your employees, visitors, patients and customers, etc. in your premises from all slip and trip accidents and injuries. Yes, it is a criminal offence if you are not able to prove …
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The next on the list of most likely places where most slip and trip accidents take place and destinations that must be secured with an anti slip rating is shopping spot.
I guess on a jinxed day, the slip and trip accident can occur just anywhere. Well, then I felt a strong urge to understand “Where do most slip and fall accidents take place?” The reason why I wanted to understand the venues where such accidents take place is obviously to warn our readers to be …
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We have already seen how the British pendulum skid resistance test works. Apart from getting the floor surface tested for an anti slip rating from independent slip testing services, I have compiled a list of some really sensible and practical tips that will help employers ensure that there is no chance of slip and trip accidents in their …
The pendulum test is the primary recognised method to measure slip resistance by authorities. It is worth noting that HSE recommends BS7976, the British pendulum skid resistance test and it is this solitary slip reading test that is recognised, considered and used in the court of law.
I have always been a strong advocate for the importance of slip testing (in London and throughout the UK), and recently I came across some figures that I felt must be shared with all employers. The other day I was visiting a friend of mine and I could not help but notice that he was …
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