Grip Potential offer an independent, accurate and value for money slip testing service providing you with a thorough report detailing the slip risk potential of your floors. UK law requires surfaces that are safe to walk on, our holistic slip test reports can provide evidence of duty of care.

A comprehensive assessment process ensures accurate analysis of slip risk:

We test the coefficient of dynamic friction using BS method 7976-2 (a test routinely carried out by the HSE themselves).

We measure the surface roughness (Rz) giving additional information about the surface construction, wear and risks from contamination.

We conduct a risk assessment of the test area taking into account any factors affecting slip potential in line with HSE and UKSRG guidance.

We provide a comprehensive test report on the slip risk (including factors increasing risk and advice on how to reduce risks) and include full descriptions and results of all tests carried out. Subject to circumstances test reports can be received on a next day basis. You can request a sample report here.

Further information on our assessment methods and alternative methods can be found on the Test Methods page.

Our Merits

Accuracy
Grip Potential only use methods recommended by the HSE and UK Slip Resistance Group. Our test equipment is calibrated to UKAS standards and our reports give a comprehensive analysis of slip risk.

Independence
We are a specialised company offering only slip assessment, this is the focus of our business, not a side line like many other assessors. We are able to provide a completely impartial service. Our assessments focus on the slip risk rather than being used as a sales tool for anti-slip products.

Service
We offer the very highest levels of customer service. Tests are carried out at your convenience with around the clock availability. We can provide completed reports the day following testing, tailored to your requirements. We offer 30 days credit or a proforma discount, allowing more flexibility to meet your needs when on site.

Price
Being a specialised company means we can charge an affordable consultancy fee. Quotes are tailored to individual circumstances, please get in touch to discuss costs or to arrange an assessment of your requirements.

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Further Information

Pendulum testing requires access to approximately 1m² of floor surface. Surface roughness measurements are conducted on the same spot as pendulum tests. Tests do not affect the floor any more than walking and are clean and quiet. No external power is required and access to any wet flooring is restricted at all times.

The time required to conduct site assessment of a single area is usually around 30 minutes. During this time measurements of surface friction, surface roughness, temperature, wind speed and gradient are recorded. A full risk assessment is conducted using all available information. Photos of the site and pendulum are taken both for reference and evidence.

We rarely book multiple visits into a day, ensuring that we have the flexibility to offer additional testing as required on site. If we are limited in the number of tests we can perform on site we will always advise you beforehand. Tests can be conducted around the clock as necessary.

It can often be beneficial to conduct tests alongside cleaning contractors. If the floor is heavily soiled it is likely that an effective deep clean will significantly increase slip resistance. We do conduct spot cleaning using generic or specialist products where it is likely to aid the risk assessment or provide additional information.

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