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Slip Resistance Standards and Grates Information from ACO

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Understanding Slip Resistance Laws

In a recent article, we looked at how to reduce public falls and accidents. One point we championed for the reduction of public falls was the need for small slotted slip-resistant grates in public areas. Well, it looks like legislators agreed with us, because new legislation surrounding slip resistance has been implemented. In this article, we'll examine the real life implications of the test methodologies defined by recently released AS 4586-2013 Slip resistance classification of new pedestrian surface materials, and explore how they are relevant to your next project. The classifications are explained in the handbook HB 198:2014 Guide to the specification and testing of slip resistance of pedestrian surfaces with a view to aid the designer in assigning the correct level of slip resistance for an application.

When are slip resistance standards required?
All slip resistance standards and safety requirements must be rigorously adhered to in commercial and industrial projects in order to maintain public safety, increase access and avoid compensation claims. Pedestrian areas such as walkways, shopping centres, hospitals and other public areas require various levels of slip resistance as outlined by the classifications in HB 198. But it pays to keep in mind that standards for one project, for example an outdoor architectural installation, might be vastly different to, say, those for an indoor food service environment.

Furthermore, the compatibility of floor finishes with adjacent grates is critical to avoid undesirable trip hazards. The safety requirements for such spaces will also vary greatly depending on WHS and disability access requirements. ACO's Heelsafe® Anti-Slip grates cover a range of slip resistant ratings to cater for drainage projects in a wide range of sites.



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