Do All Pedestrian Ramps Need the Same Coefficient of Friction?

The minimum safety standard for coefficient of friction for a pedestrian ramp should depend on the angle of the ramp and the weight of the separate load (shopping cart, wheelchair, gurney, etc.), if any, the pedestrian is controlling. However, that’s not how American safety standards are written. In the USA, traditionally safety standards for slip … Continue reading “Do All Pedestrian Ramps Need the Same Coefficient of Friction?”

Safe Coefficient of Friction Values for Inclined Surfaces (Ramps)

At Safety Direct America, we are experts in slip resistance (or coefficient of friction) testing. There is little information available in regards to what COF is required for different angles of pedestrian ramps.This blog entry discusses some published information on the subject of how much coefficient of friction is needed on various types of ramps … Continue reading “Safe Coefficient of Friction Values for Inclined Surfaces (Ramps)”