Commercial Flooring Regulations: Are Your Employees Safe?

Health and Safety in the workplace is paramount. If your company does not comply with legislation laid down in the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 and an employee or customer is injured as a result, there could be a hefty fine to pay or even a custodial sentence. So, what are the regulations that apply to commercial flooring?

In paragraph 12, on the conditions of floors and traffic routes, the government regulations for suitable commercial floors make several important stipulations, including:

• Floors must “have no hole or slope”.
  
• Floors must not be “uneven or slippery”. 
  
• Where necessary, floors must have “an effective method of drainage”. 
  
• Floors must be kept clear of obstructions or substances that could cause someone to slip.
• The floor must be suitable for purpose.

It may seem like common sense, but the legislation is in place to ensure all employers put the correct flooring in place and prevent accidents. It also means that an employee or customer may be entitled to compensation if they have a slip, trip or fall as a result of poorly maintained or badly installed flooring.

Do you want to make sure your commercial floor meets government health and safety regulations? Call us on 01603 879359 and we will visit your business, make an assessment and give you a quote.

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