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Coefficient of Friction Information

Slip/fall accidents are a major problem. The statistics are substantial. After auto accidents, SLIP/FALL ACCIDENTS ARE THE LEADING CAUSE OF INSURANCE LIABILITY PAYMENTS. In addition, slip/fall accidents, paid for by workers compensation claims, have greatly increased over the last 10 years.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends that walking surfaces have a static coefficient of friction of 0.5.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) passed by Congress in July, 1992, Title III notes: “For all businesses open to the public, ADA and ATBCB recommends flooring and walkways have a coefficient of friction level .60”

Accepted Industry Standards
As adopted by Underwriters Laboratory (UL) and the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM):

.60 or above	Very Safe
.50 to .59	Relatively Safe
.40 to .49	Dangerous
.35 to .39	Very Dangerous