Rebound resilience (‘bounciness’) is one of the most tangible properties of rubbery polymers. Here, MIKE GEORGE reviews how this property can influence slip resistance, especially…
MoreGuest Publications
Here you will find a selection of publications by the other interested parties. While the topics of our guest publications are of the groups’ interest, they do not explicitly represent the groups’ opinions but are a reflection of the author.
BSIF – The British Safety Industry Federation
The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) is the Trade Association for the safety industry and acts as a leading voice for the sector. Set up…
MoreKITE Research Institute, Toronto – Research and Rehabilitation
The KITE Research Institute is the research arm of the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute at the University Health Network located in Toronto. KITE is home to…
MoreLiability in a Slipping Case
Ben Powers of Munro Instruments Ltd recently provided expert witness services in a slipping case (H11YJ740). The judgement of that case revealed insights both into…
MoreSlip resistance of children’s shoes
Mike George explains the differences in slip resistance testing between children’s and adult’s footwear, and the reasons for them. . Falling over is a natural…
MoreChanges to the EN ISO 20345 standard
Hannah Coe explores the amendments to this standard which may affect safety footwear design and production. Having last been updated in 2011 and, after much…
MoreThe Specification of Safety Vinyl Floor Coverings
Safety vinyl floor coverings are well established in the UK and are extensively used in schools, hospitals and other buildings. Despite this, significant misunderstandings around…
MoreTimber decking: How to prevent slip accidents
Just a few simple measures will ensure your timber deck remains safe for everyone to use all year round. Preventing slip accidents starts at the planning…
MoreReducing slips in dementia-inclusive environments
For people living with dementia, a slip, trip or fall can have a serious impact, not only on their physical health but their confidence and…
MoreHow does slip resistance and tread covering effect the safety of a stair nosing on a stairway?
Please note the update on the surface roughness measurement under the “News and Events”. If you intend to use the roughness criteria described in this…
MoreHSA website: Your source for the Irish Health & Safety Authority
The Health & Safety Authority was established in 1989 under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 1989 and reports to the Minister for…
MoreMeeting standard requirements
Updated 04/2024 – This is a brief overview of a number of standards which include information on aspects of slip resistance. The reader should check…
MoreHSE website: Slips and Trips
The new 2019/20 Reports have been published by the HSE. The annual statistics for “Workplace fatal injuries in Great Britain 2021” is available as PDF…
MoreBecome a member and get involved in the UK Slip Resistance Group
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