What is BS EN 14837 - Surfaces for sports areas - Determination of slip resistance about?
BS EN 14837 is a European standard that discusses the slip resistance of a sports surface. BS EN 14837 specifies a method for the determination of the slip resistance of a sports surface in relation to a studded or smooth-soled sports shoe.
Who is BS EN 14837 - Surfaces for sports areas - Determination of slip resistance for?
BS EN 14837 on surfaces for sports areas - determination of slip resistance is useful for:
- Manufacturers of sports floor
- Maintenance personnel
- Sports facility management
Why should you use BS EN 14837 - Surfaces for sports areas - Determination of slip resistance?
Slip resistance testing is also mandatory whenever a fall happens on the premises that might be blamed, fairly or not, on the floor to ensure your premises are as safe as they can be.
BS EN 14837 specifies a method for the determination of the slip resistance of a sports surface system that helps manufacturers and flooring suppliers with the operations and maintenance of sports floor surfaces.
The insights provided by BS EN 14837 will help you maintain the necessary safety parameter for sports surfaces to prevent injuries.
Overall, BS EN 14837 provides the procedure for the preparation of test pieces for the determination of the slip resistance of a sports surface in relation to a studded or smooth-soled sports shoe to enhance the dimensional and structural stability of surfaces for sports areas.