"Slip resistance and maintenance challenges

within the recreation industry '

Technical Seminar

6th May 2016

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Independent Slip Resistance TestingAquatics & Recreation VIC | Friday 6th May 2016

Our Business, In Brief

NDT Training & Advance Testing

Failure Analysis & Expert Witness

Materials Analysis & Mechanical Testing

• Established since 1985.• Active member of the Australian

Standard’s Committee for Slip Resistance Testing

• Services in this area include; Routine Testing, Risk assessment, Incident investigation and Expert witness

• NATA accredited for Wet pendulum (P value), Dry floor friction (D value), Oil wet (R value) & Wet barefoot incline platform testing (A,B,C values)

Independent Slip Resistance Testing

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Case Study

“G.J Coles and Co. Ltd yesterday agreed to pay $2.8 million in an out-of-court settlement to a woman who gave birth prematurely to brain-damaged twins after slipping on the floor of a Coles store”

Johnson, P., 05/08/1992, The AGE, pp. 3

Location: Coles Supermarkets Dandenong, Victoria.Incident: Slip and fall (spilled drink)Injury: Premature birth of twins who were born with brain damageTesting: Wet Pendulum Test Method (standard was in DRAFT form, pre-AS/NZS standard)

The Investigation: Dr. Gary Martin, ATTAR provided an Expert Report presentation. Reporting to the draft Standard for the first time a quantitative interpretation of floor friction was presented.

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Slips & Trips

• Slips occur when a person’s foot unexpectedly loses traction with the floor, resulting in a loss of friction (eg, wet or highly polished floor, spills, unsecured mats).

• Trips occur when a person is walking and their foot or leg unexpectedly “catches” on an object, resulting in a loss of balance (eg, uneven surface, trailing cord or open drawer).

• Slips or trips can cause injuries without a fall because the force produced by the loss of balance –together with the awkward postures of regaining balance – can sprain ligaments in joints or strain muscles.

Source: Work Safe Victoria 2011

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Common hazards

1. Are there sudden changes in floor surfaces?

2. Are the surfaces clean?3. Are the surfaces suitable?

OHS & WHS RegulationsDuty of CareTo Employees:• Ensure health and safety in the

workplace.• Provide a working environment that

is safe and without risks to health.

To Residents & Public:• Ensure people are not, as far as

reasonably practicable, exposed to risks to their health and safety.

Due DiligenceRequired by the: • Workplace Owner or • Person with Management or Control

of a Workplace (PMCW)

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Duty of Care - slips, trips and falls

Controlling Risk–

• Monitoring pedestrian surface through regular testing, the facility ensures the risk of slipping remains known and a responsible risk management plan is maintained.

• With time, a pedestrian surface will deteriorate and become more slippery. The Client may elect to replace or treat the surface rather than accept the increased risk of slipping.

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

The Code, Standards and Handbook

The Code• NCC – National Construction Codes Volumes 1 & 2 The Standards • AS 4586 – 2013 Slip resistance classification of new pedestrian

surface materials, now supersedes AS/NZS 4586 - 2004.• AS 4663 – 2013 Slip Resistance measurement of existing pedestrian

surfaces, now supersedes AS/NZS 4663 - 2004.

The Handbook• HB198 – 2014 Guide to the specification and testing of slip

resistance of pedestrian surfaces.

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

NCC Other areas not in the NCC1. Stair Treads and Stairway Landings

in Buildings 2. Nosings for Stair Treads and Stairway

Landings in Buildings3. Ramps in Buildings

1. External Pavements and Ramps2. Hotels, Offices, Public Buildings,

Schools and Kindergartens3. Supermarkets and Shopping Centres4. Loading docks, Commercial Kitchens,

Cold Stores, Serving areas5. Swimming pools and Sporting

Facilities6. Hospitals and Aged Care Facilities

Australian Standards (AS) – How we do the testsHandbook (HB198) – guidelines as to how we interpret the results

The Code, Standards and Handbook

Why is it important to know the Slip Resistance Value of a finished surface?

Possible Answers? 1. Duty of Care2. Fit for purpose (activities?)3. Compliance to AS standards

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Classification of Pedestrian Surface Material - wet

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Test Conditions Australian Standard Slip Resistance (SR)

Pedestrian Surfaces Classification

Wet Pendulum AS 4586 – 2013 Classification New P0, P1 to P5

AS 4663 – 2013 Measurement Existing SRV Value

Notional contributions of the floorsurface to the risk of slipping.

• Very lowP5• Low P4• Moderate P3• High P2• Very high P1• Extremely high P0

Classification of Pedestrian Surface Material - wet

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Classification of Pedestrian Surface Material - dry

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Test Conditions Australian Standard Slip Resistance (SR)

Pedestrian Surfaces Classification

Dry Floor Friction AS 4586 – 2013 Classification New D0 or D1

AS 4663 – 2013 Measurement Existing Mean Value

Classification of Pedestrian Surface Material - dry

Notional contributions ofthe floor surface to the risk of slipping

D1 - Moderate to very low ratingD0 - High to very high rating

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Test Conditions Australian Standard Slip Resistance (SR)

Pedestrian Surfaces Classification

Oil-wet inclining platform AS 4586 – 2013 Classification New R9 to R13

Wet-barefoot inclining platform AS 4586 – 2013 Classification New A, B or C

Classification of Pedestrian Surface Material

Carried out by two test persons, wearing standardised shoes or “conditioned” bare feet

The ramp is increased at a rate of about 1° per second until they reach their safe limit of walking.

The surface material is coated with a specific grade of engine oil, or gentle flow of water

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

There is NO correlation between values

Accelerated Wear Testing (AWT)

1. The AWT comprises an initial wet pendulum test on five (5) individual specimens

2. The subsequent AWT is applied to one specimen only, the specimen which shows the LOWEST slip resistance value.

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

• First impressions! • Majority of the

floor surfacedry & clean.

• With high traffic

water can get tracked in.

Scenario #1, Entrance & Foyer

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

• Wet slip resistance testing against Standards, and using HB 198 as a minimum classification guide – P1, P2 or P3 classification.

• Consider transition areas.– From high slip resistance (outdoors) to low slip

resistance (indoors)• Use floor mats, or a slightly rougher tile.

– A common shopping centre legal issue.

• Accelerated wear testing

Scenario #1, Entrance & Foyer – The Solution

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

• High traffic area

• Cleanliness is a must!

• Potentially soapy & highly contaminated

Scenario #2, Change Rooms

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

• “More profiled” tile to compensate for slipperier contaminant.

• Customised cleaning regime.• Testing to Standards and comparison with HB

198 Swimming Pool surrounds and communal shower rooms – P4 classification

• MEASURE – Slip accidents on unevenly distributed grit in epoxy treatment!

Scenario #2, Change Rooms – The Solution

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

• Constantly wet• High traffic• Barefoot• Diving• Jumping• Running• Needs a profiled, hard wearing, surface

Scenario #3, Pool Surround

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

• Testing to Standards and comparison with HB 198 – Swimming Pool surrounds and communal shower rooms – P4 classification.

Can it be too rough?

• Accelerated wear testing?

Scenario #3, Pool Surround – The Solution

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

• Asphalt is almost100% used

• Hard wearing,good slip resistance

• What about the painted lines?

• What about lighting?• What about walk-

ways?

Scenario #4, Car Park

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Scenario #4, Car Park – The Solution

• Car parks contain so many area conditions, they require a lot of thought.

• Ensure access ramps meets Building Codes for gradient, handrails and slip resistance. Steepness is a common legal issue!

• Test and measure against slip resistance Standards & Building Codes.

• Use HB 198 recommendations

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Slip Testing

Slip Testing + Interpretation of Results

Slip Testing + Interpretation of results + Risk Assessment & Mitigation

Independent Slip Resistance Testing

Market offering

ATTAR’s offering

ATTAR’s offering

Site Survey

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Minimising risk through smart coating methods Lawrence Smith – Strategy & Marketing ManagerLawrence@mattioli.com.au

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

“All actions necessary for retaining an asset to as near practicable to it’s

original condition” International Infrastructure Management Manual 2011

In practicable terms what do we need to know.....

• What’s the current condition?

• What's required from us to restore the asset?

• What maintenance activities are required after?

• What are the costs short/long term?

• How much time do we have (possession times/curing)

What is Maintenance?

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Typical challenges found at leisure and sport facilities

Water damage? Poor coating on a prefinished surface?

Heavy pitting corrosion

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Typical challenges found at leisure and sport facilities

Surface contamination and corrosion can be seen running along the stainless steel ducting.

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Typical challenges found at leisure and sport facilities

Patches due to water leakage can be seen here.

Smooth Substrate

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

How can we avoid these ? Getting the best from a limited budget

1. Selecting the right product

2. Its all about surface preparation

3. A cleaning/maintenance regime for the coating

4. Have a contractor who's a friend

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Best Practice - Getting the best from a limited budget

1. Selecting the right product

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Non Slip Resurfacing at Dandenong Oasis Pool DeckDue to commence mid year 2016

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

What was the scope ? • Provide a Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) resin based non slip floor coating system• Temporary set aside of existing fittings – benching, entrance doors if required;• Carry out flow test on floor drain outlets to ensure running clear prior to any works

commencing and check falls to outlets;• Apply screed coat to eliminate grout lines and indentations, to remove any ponding/

pooling areas.• Trowel apply resin over floor areas and broadcast anti slip;• Carry out flow test on floor drain outlets to ensure running clear following completion

of works.• The works are proposed to be completed whilst the facility is closed 9pm – 5am

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

This flooring technology is used around the world

• Duracon® BC is a self-levelling system

• Thickness: 3-5mm

• High end heavy duty flooring installation

• The Venetian, Pallazzo & Caesars Las Vegas – Pool surrounds

• NZ - Wellington Zoo Chimp and Giraffe enclosures – internal floors

MMA based resin binding system – Duracon BC

Advantages• Ready for use in 2 hours• Floors can be completely installed in 4 to 6 hours• High durability• Jointless• Hygienic and easy to clean• Suitable for high pressure cleaning• Good resistance against acids, alkalines and water• Can be broadcasted with flakes or quartz

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Best Practice - Getting the best from a limited budget

2. Its all about surface preparation

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

The Importance of Surface Preparation....

For any painting project, surface preparation is critical, floors(typically concrete) require abrasion

• Diamond Grind

• Track Blasting

• Abrasive Blast

• Site restrictions

• Acid etching

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Cleaning is also key in removing dust & dirt that could contaminate the coating

Surface Cleanliness

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Best Practice - Getting the best from a limited budget

3. A cleaning/maintenance regime for the coating“Requirements from contractors or suppliers- Accurate manuals and instructions provided by the builder prior to the handover of the facility and its concourse should detail:

• Manufacturers’ specifications;• Cleaning regimes;• Equipment requirements;• Chemical requirements;• Product or cleaning and maintenance restrictions;• Detailed maintenance requirements;• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements; and• Product Material Safety Data Sheets.”

Pool Concourse Guidelines- Design, Construction, Management and Maintenance Considerations – ARV

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Cleaning regimes;

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Best Practice - Getting the best from a limited budget

4. Have a contractor who's a friend

Get advice from experienced contractors...

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Architectural Colours Vs Long Term Performance Long Term Colour Retention

1. Selecting the right colours is very important 2. What is the right paint system? 3. What types of exposure will it get ?

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Architectural Colours Vs Long Term Performance

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

Architectural Colours Vs

Long Term Performance

$112,000 Proposed

$69,000 Instead

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

In Conclusion Three things we want you to take away from this presentation

1. Don't underestimate the importance of selecting the right coating system2. Building trust with your contractor – advice, knowledge and experience 3. Spend now or pay MORE later – short cuts lead to expensive fixes

Three things we want you to take away about us

4. Unrivalled experience & reputation 5. We come with innovative solutions to technical products6. We work with our customers to manage risk and maintain serviceability

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

“Maintenance does not prevent failure but does manage

the consequences”

Asset Journal 2013 Asset Management Council

Thankyou

INNOVATORS IN PROTECTIVE COATINGS

ATTAR (03) 9574 6144 info@attar.com.au

Mattioli (03) 9544 9555 Lawrence@mattioli.com.au