Slip Accidents: A Global Crisis

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Slips, trips and falls are a global problem, costing businesses billions in insurance claims and impacting the safety of millions of workers. Join us as we delve into this pressing issue with Marcel Engels, a leading expert in slip resistance research, who sheds light on the complexities of slip safety and the challenges faced in preventing these accidents.

Highlights:

- A Global Problem: Slip accidents are a major cause of injuries and insurance claims worldwide.

- The Importance of Surface: Choosing the right surface for the application is crucial, and proper cleaning and maintenance are essential for maintaining slip resistance.

- A Complex System: There is no "one size fits all" solution for slip prevention. Multiple factors, including surface characteristics, user behavior, and environmental conditions, must be considered.

- International Differences: Slip resistance standards and testing methods vary from country to country, making it challenging to develop global solutions.

- The Need for Data: More research is needed to understand the durability and wear of different flooring materials, and to develop more accurate and reliable testing methods.

Quotes:

"There is no wrong tile, only a wrong tile for the wrong application."

"Every surface has its own specific behaviour regarding slip resistance and wear."

Actions:

- Sign up for a future Safety Roundtable: https://safetyroundtable.co.uk/

- Connect with Marcel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-engels-0a163127/

- Connect with Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-harris-slip-safety/