Slip testing in Newcastle and the Hunter

We test across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland and the wider Hunter. Industrial and warehouse walkways, hospitality venues, schools, healthcare facilities and new commercial builds all have surfaces that benefit from measured slip testing.

Slip testing services in Newcastle and the Hunter

Pendulum slip resistance tester on wet tiles outside a building entry

Wet pendulum testing

The standard Australian test for surfaces that can get wet. Results are classified from P0 to P5.

Empty apartment balcony with glass sliding doors and city view

New surface and handover testing

On-site testing of newly installed flooring against the slip rating in your specification.

Wet tiled entry floor beside an umbrella stand

Existing surface testing

Testing of floors already in use, for risk assessment, maintenance planning and monitoring over time.

Outdoor paths, decks and pool surrounds

Shopping centres

Common slip risks in Newcastle and the Hunter

The Hunter's mix of industry, hospitality and new development means a wide range of surfaces. Coastal weather in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie, dust and residue on industrial sites, and food and drink spills in hospitality venues all affect grip. Areas we're often asked to test:

Warehouse, workshop and industrial pedestrian walkways

Epoxy and coated floors

Cellar doors, restaurant floors and commercial kitchens

Hospital, aged care and healthcare corridors and bathrooms

Entries, stairs and ramps in new apartments and commercial builds

Outdoor paths, decks and pool surrounds

Sites we test across the Hunter

From Newcastle to the Hunter Valley, we test:

Industrial and warehouse sites

Hunter Valley cellar doors, restaurants and accommodation

Hospitals, aged care and healthcare facilities

Schools, TAFE and university campuses

Strata and new apartment developments

Shopping centres

Council and public areas

How slip testing works

1

Tell us about your site

The address, the surfaces and areas you need tested, and why: a risk check, a handover, a specification or an incident.

2

We confirm the method and quote

We recommend the right test method and standard, the number of test locations, access and timing.

3

We test on site

We take measurements at each agreed location, record the surface conditions and photograph every test area.

4

You receive your report

Readings and the mean BPN for each location, with a photo of every test area.

Slip resistance test report open on a laptop

Reports you can actually use

Every report connects the results to the exact spot we tested, so you know which areas are performing and which need attention.

Each report includes:

The property, test location and surface type

The standard, test method and slider used

Check whether a surface suits how it's used

Conditions on the day, including temperature, weather and slope

Five readings and the mean BPN for each test area

A photo of every test area

The tester name and sign off

Areas we cover

Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Cessnock, Port Stephens and surrounding areas.

Newcastle and Hunter slip testing FAQs

Which areas of Newcastle and the Hunter do you cover?

Can you test industrial and warehouse floors?

Do you test cellar doors and hospitality venues in the Hunter Valley?

Do I need a NATA-endorsed report?

How should I prepare the site for testing?

Don't Risk It, Slip Test It

Find out how your floors measure up.

Tell us about your property or project and we'll come back with the right test and a quote.