UKAS slip testing for
government buildings.

Why government buildings commission UKAS accredited slip testing

Government buildings — central departments, executive agencies, civic offices — manage public-access reception areas plus staff-facing floors. Slip claims are infrequent but claim values can be significant. UKAS accredited testing supports occupier-liability defence and estate-management risk assurance.

Specific issues we see in government buildings

• Main reception and lobby. High-polish stone or commercial vinyl. Wet-weather entrance contamination.
• Committee and meeting rooms. Pedestrian access routes. Standard pedestrian testing.
• Staff circulation. Back-of-house corridors, canteens, welfare areas.
• Listed or historic floors. Many government buildings are listed — Grade II or higher. Testing must be non-invasive.

Which standards apply

BS EN 16165 Annex C pendulum testing. UKSRG Issue 6 operational protocol. Non-invasive testing for listed historic floors.

What you get

• UKAS accredited pendulum test report (Lab 7933)
• PTV results for every test location, dry and wet
• Interpretation against BS EN 16165 and UKSRG benchmarks
• Photographic record of test locations
• Measurement uncertainty statements (required for admissibility)
• 5 working day turnaround from site visit to report

Common questions

Security clearance for the technician?

Our technicians hold SC clearance where required for restricted government work.

Historic / listed floor testing?

Non-invasive. No drilling, no marks, no damage. Testing uses water contained to the test area only.

Can we test the Houses of Parliament?

We've worked in similar security-sensitive public estates. Subject to operator security compliance and lead time.

Devolved administration buildings (Senedd, Scottish Parliament)?

Same approach. Edinburgh and Cardiff are routine overnight visits.