Every workday seven people in Ireland are injured in workplace slip, trips and falls. This is the second highest single cause of workplace injuries and adds up to months of time off. Slips and falls are also responsible for nearly 50% of all claims made against retailers in Ireland. If you are an employer, you have duty of care to provide a safe workplace for your employees, and under Irish law you are liable if you neglect it. Fortunately there is a simple remedy: an anti slip paint or non slip coating is easily applied and effective in preventing slip-caused injuries.

In a country as wet as Ireland, slips and trips are a serious problem, both at home and in the workplace. In this article we will provide you with all the information you need to determine which anti-slip paint solution is right for your project, and help you find the non slip product you need. We will also take a look at the slip resistance regulations and testing methods in Ireland.

How you choose your non slip paint depends upon a number of factors. Non slip coatings are numerous, and many are intended for specific substrates or end uses. When choosing your paint therefore, it is paramount that you keep in mind:

• Your substrate type: metal, concrete, wood, plastic, etc.
• The environment: Is there a risk of chemical exposure, abrasion, UV radiation?
• The end use: Will it need to withstand mechanical loads and heavy impacts, or is it for foot traffic? Is it in a setting where health and cleanliness is a concern?