UKAS slip testing for
laboratories and research facilities.

Why laboratories and research facilities commission UKAS accredited slip testing

Laboratory operators manage chemical-resistant flooring specifically selected for spill-tolerance rather than slip resistance. Testing establishes whether the specified surface meets pedestrian safety in the wet conditions typical around lab benches and wash-down zones.

Specific issues we see in laboratories and research facilities

• Wet bench areas. Floor at the working edge of wet benches — continuous splash exposure.
• Chemical storage rooms. Specific spill-resistant flooring.
• Corridor wash-down routes. Emergency shower and eye-wash areas.
• Back-of-house utility. Plant and service areas.

Which standards apply

BS EN 16165 Annex C with water and, where relevant, representative chemical contamination. UKSRG Issue 6 protocol.

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

Academic lab commissioning?

Common — university estates teams commission lab floor testing as part of new-lab acceptance.

Chemical-resistant floors — specific testing?

Yes. Water testing gives baseline; chemical-specific testing where relevant.

Biosafety level considerations?

BSL-1 and BSL-2 testing is straightforward. BSL-3 requires specific protocols — call to discuss.

Post-incident?

Call for urgent response.