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28/10/11 Beat The Compensation Culture With A Slip Test There is no escaping the fact that a compensation culture has grown in the UK and this is undoubtedly due to the many ‘compensation claim’ adverts that have made themselves at home on the television screens of thousands of households around the country. In the last few years, there has been a steep increase in the amount of claims raised by people who have been victims of “accidents that weren’t their fault”. It is sceptical to suggest that many of these claims are made by opportunists looking to make a ‘quick buck’, as there are certainly some genuine cases out there. Either way, as a business owner, you should make sure that you are not vulnerable by investing in the services of a slip test provider.
A slip test can ensure that your workplace is not at risk from accidents that could result in legal action being taken against your company. One of the main ways that people injure themselves is through slips and falls, but by employing a slip test specialist to survey your business’s premises, you can minimise the likelihood of this occurring. The test will provide you with an array of information about the floors within your workplace, including how slippery the floor is and any proposed solutions to slippery surfaces that could present a risk. The provider will also offer you great advice on how you can improve your surfaces and further reduce the risks of any accidents occurring. Because this will protect your staff, your customers and yourself, it makes sense to invest in a slip test to ensure that you are doing the best you can to make your premises a safe place for all involved.
Many companies claim that they cannot afford to spend precious cash on a slip test, and often deem them unnecessary, especially if they have never before had any real problems or accidents within their workplace. However, these businesses will soon be wishing they had invested in a slip test once they find themselves locked within a messy compensation battle after a trip or fall on their premises. The small cost of a slip test is nothing compared to what you would have to pay out should you be found to blame for an accident. It is understandable that you are cautious about your business’s outgoings, especially if you are struggling financially in this tough economic climate, but this is an expense that you cannot afford to ignore. As with any product, prices for slip tests will vary, and it makes sense to shop about for service that is both cost effective and high-quality. Fortunately, online search engines are the perfect tool for finding products and services and so it shouldn’t be too hard to find provider. You will be provided with links to the websites of many suitable providers and which one you choose is really down to you. Make sure you research a range of companies before making your choice.
Further information Pendulum testing - Surface roughness - Slips Potential Model - Slip testing methods - HSE slips site - Grip Potential Ltd |
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