There are various regulations that refer to slip regulations, for example the “The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992” and the correcponding HSE recommendation…
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What is BS EN 16165 Pendulum floor slip testing?
BS EN 16165 describes the specification, testing and calibration of the pendulum floor slip test device. BS EN 16165 is widely recognised as the most…
MoreI have a PTV/SRV value from BS 7976 test, is this the same as a BS EN 16165 PTV?
BS EN 16165 replaced BS 7976 in 2021. If the test was done according to the UKSRG Guidelines, the test results should be similar.
MoreI have a PTV/SRV value from a product specific British Standard test, is this the same as a BS 7976 PTV?
Probably. But not necessarily. Whilst the pendulum will act in the same way on all floor surfaces tested, different methods can involve different sliders or…
MoreWhich slip test method is most appropriate?
From a safety point of few there are very few scenarios where the BS EN 16165 pendulum operated to the latest UKSRG Guidelines will not…
MoreWhat values must my floor achieve to ‘pass’ the slip test?
It is important to note that Pendulum testing should not be considered as providing a pass/fail value. The legal requirement is that the surface is…
MoreWhat does the law require outside of the UK in terms of Slip Resistance?
Each country has its own requirements.
MoreDo different standards apply to different flooring materials?
Yes, there are many standards for flooring materials not all include reference to slip resistance or testing. In some of the standards testing for slip…
MoreBecome a member and get involved in the UK Slip Resistance Group
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