Slip Resistance of Ramps 2nd ed.

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Authors Bridge, C., Quinn, J.
Published 12th July 2016
Audience Industry
ISBN 978-0-7334-3654-3
DOI 10.4227/169/5b2885b3ea6ba

This factsheet provides information for choosing materials for home ramps, to reduce the risk of slips and falls. Also, ‘Do It Yourself’ consumers and home modification providers can find the slip resistance requirements of the Building Code of Australia [BCA]. 

Additionally, to assist new ramp installers to determine some of the types of floor materials that could meet the requirements for slip resistance, an Appendix - Slip resistance of ramp materials - Examples has been prepared.

Table of Contents

• Slip resistance requirements for ramps in the BCA (NCC 2016)
• How do I choose a ramp floor material that will meet the slip resistance requirements in the BCA (NCC 2016)?
• Can surface treatments or coatings increase the slip resistance of a ramp floor material?
• Slip resistant ramp floor materials
• Will a slip resistant ramp remain slip resistant?
• What else needs to be considered when choosing a slip resistant ramp floor material?
• Where can I find more information?