A recent USA Today article highlighted a growing issue that receives far less attention than it deserves: the increasing risk of slip-and-fall injuries as America’s population continues to age. The article, titled “John Sotter’s Relentless Pursuit for a Safer America,” explores my decades-long effort to improve floor safety through better testing, better science, and practical … Continue reading “USA Today Highlights Growing Slip-and-Fall Risk Facing Older Americans”
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The Silver Tsunami Is Here: Why Safe Floors Matter More Than Ever
America is entering one of the most significant demographic shifts in its history. Every day, thousands of Baby Boomers reach retirement age, and with longer life expectancies comes a growing responsibility to create safer homes, businesses, hospitals, hotels, restaurants, showers, tubs, and public spaces. Prefer to watch instead of read? In this short video, I … Continue reading “The Silver Tsunami Is Here: Why Safe Floors Matter More Than Ever”
AFSA Founders Award Recognizes Commitment to Floor Safety Science
When I first saw the AI-generated image of myself receiving the AFSA Founders Award from President Donald Trump, I had to laugh. No, President Trump did not actually present me with the award. The image was created as a bit of fun. But the award itself is very real, and the mission behind it is … Continue reading “AFSA Founders Award Recognizes Commitment to Floor Safety Science”
SparkleTuff Anti-Slip Coating Selected for One of the World’s Most Prestigious Residential Yachts
When people think about slip resistance, they often picture industrial facilities, commercial kitchens, or public swimming pools. However, some of the most challenging slip-resistance projects are found in luxury environments where safety must be balanced with aesthetics and long-term durability. Recently, Safety Direct America was selected to apply SparkleTuff® Anti-Slip Floor Coating aboard one of … Continue reading “SparkleTuff Anti-Slip Coating Selected for One of the World’s Most Prestigious Residential Yachts”
SparkleTuff®: Handcrafted in America, One Can at a Time
At Safety Direct America, we don’t believe in cutting corners — especially when it comes to safety. Every batch of SparkleTuff Anti-Slip Floor Coating is carefully prepared right here in California by real people who genuinely care about the product they’re creating. This isn’t some anonymous overseas assembly line churning out generic coatings by the … Continue reading “SparkleTuff®: Handcrafted in America, One Can at a Time”
High Above Los Angeles: AFSA FS101-26 Pendulum Testing in the Real World
With the iconic Griffith Observatory visible above the skyline of Los Angeles, this latest field demonstration showcases an AFSA FS101-26 pendulum slip resistance test being performed on a rooftop pedestrian surface under wet conditions. This video is more than just a visual demonstration. It represents a broader effort to promote scientifically reliable, real-world floor safety … Continue reading “High Above Los Angeles: AFSA FS101-26 Pendulum Testing in the Real World”
The Floor Beneath Your Feet Has Been Compromised — Why I Spoke Out – Watch the Video
For decades, I have worked in the field of slip resistance testing and floor safety. During that time, I’ve seen something deeply troubling develop in the United States: unreliable testing methods and questionable expert testimony increasingly influencing slip-and-fall litigation, building decisions, and public safety. That is why I recently wrote an opinion piece published by … Continue reading “The Floor Beneath Your Feet Has Been Compromised — Why I Spoke Out – Watch the Video”
The Floor Beneath Your Feet Has Been Compromised — Why This International Business Times Article Matters
For decades, building owners, architects, attorneys, and safety professionals in the United States have been told that certain floor slip resistance testing methods are “accepted,” “validated,” or scientifically reliable. But what happens when some of those methods fail precision testing, are withdrawn from standards organizations, or cannot reliably identify slippery walking surfaces in the real … Continue reading “The Floor Beneath Your Feet Has Been Compromised — Why This International Business Times Article Matters”
Protecting Teak Wood Walkways with SparkleTuff: Slip-Resistant, UV-Protected, and Built to Last
There’s something beautiful about a real teak wood walkway. The rich color, the natural grain, and the warm look of wood can completely transform an outdoor space. But anyone who has owned exterior teak knows the downside: sun, rain, moisture, and foot traffic slowly destroy it. A friend of ours, Greg, built a stunning teak … Continue reading “Protecting Teak Wood Walkways with SparkleTuff: Slip-Resistant, UV-Protected, and Built to Last”
Featured in International Business Times: Why America Still Has a Floor Safety Problem
I was recently featured in International Business Times discussing an issue that continues to affect millions of people every year: unsafe walking surfaces. Slip-and-fall injuries remain one of the leading causes of emergency room visits in the United States. And yet, despite decades of awareness, the problem persists. Why? Read the International Business Times article … Continue reading “Featured in International Business Times: Why America Still Has a Floor Safety Problem”