In warehouses and distribution facilities concrete floor flatness is important. The industry term is FF (floor flatness) and FL (floor levelness). The ASTM standard for FF and FL is ASTM E1155. The flatness of a floor often determines the speed and efficiency of moving materials to and from loading and unloading areas safely and economically.…
The structural anatomy of oil and slip resistant shoes is important (or work boots, steel toe and others as well). Since footwear is the second leading cause of slips and falls, it is important to understand what the significant features are when developing a safety footwear program for your work place, industrial facility, factory, or…
Titus’ HP2 stands for “High Polish – High Performance”. We at Titus Restoration Services, Inc. understand your concern about non slip flooring and the slip resistance of polished concrete. In fact, our research and product testing by the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI) indicates that “shiny” does not always mean slippery. There are two common misconceptions concerning …
Silicosis is an incurable, occupational lung disease that effects nearly everyone in the construction industry. Silicosis is caused by inhalation of crystalline silica dust (also known as crystalline forms of Silicon dioxide) . Silica is the basic component of sand and gravel. “An estimated 95% of silicon dioxide produced is consumed in the construction industry,…