Benefits of Floor Testing
Slipping, tripping, and falling accidents have plagued property managers, owners/agents, and facility operations since pedestrians were able to access public and private properties.
Safe floors are no longer optional, but a must for any office, shopping center, warehouse, hospital, leisure center, or any other facility with public access.
Where there is potential for contaminated floors there is a potential for slip and fall liability.
Below are just a few reasons why using Scientific Testing Technologies (STT) services will enhance floor safety.
Slip Resistance Testing
Maintenance Protocols
Floor Safety and Risk Awareness
Management Benefits
Legally poised and prudent measures are documented which will reduce liability exposure to the owner/agent
Friction coefficients for slip resistance are validated and monitored which shows accountability
Promotes slip resistant floor knowledge for work place efficiency and correction
Assists vendor contractual accountability and compliance for color care
Walking and Pedestrian Activity
Physical Observations – lifting, pulling, and pushing
Tractive Force Requirement – lifting, pulling, and pushing
Pedestrian Flow – density, time of day, and walking patterns
Distractions – attention, floor surface patterns, visual, and audio stimulation
Validation of Real Time Data
Evidence of corrective action to prevent hazards is conducted and performed
Documented corrective action helps to mitigate litigation and potential for a costly outcome
Expedite appropriate and sensible cost effective decisions for potential hazardous situations
Meeting Industry Regulatory Compliance
Scientific Testing Technologies services including meeting the standards of OSHA, ADA, and ANSI.
Americans Disability Act (ADA) recommendation 4.5 flooring
UBC, Title 24, “Disabled Access and Slip Resistance”
City of Los Angeles Building Covenant “Recommendation of Slip Resistance”
Lowering Workers Compensation Cost
An active STT service plan helps managers monitor high risk areas for slips and falls.
Fewer accidents mean decreased premiums and payouts
Fewer indemnity claims, less disability outcomes, and reduce litigated claims
Expedite appropriate and sensible cost effective decisions for potential hazardous situations