Knowledge Base : Slip Resistance Explained
Clear, compliant answers to the most common questions about slip resistance testing, standards, safety, and certification. Start by choosing a topic below.
Slip Resistance Basics
Understand P and D ratings, test types, and how slip resistance is measured.
Standards & Compliance
AS 4586, AS 4663, NCC requirements—explained clearly for specifiers and safety teams.
Sector Safety Series
Explore tailored safety guidance by industry: retail, aged care, education, and more.
Product Certification
See what it takes to get slip resistance certification for tiles, coatings, and surfaces..
Test Reports Explained
Learn how to read wet and dry test reports and what the results really mean.
Lab testing Insights
Go behind the scenes of our accredited lab testing process. See how precision matters.
Risk & Prevention
Practical tips to prevent slips and reduce your liability through design and maintenance.
Recent Articles
Understanding D0 vs D1 in Dry Slip Testing
AS 4586:2013 classifies dry-use surfaces as D0 or D1. Learn why the cut-off matters and why even one low result can mean a fail.
Hospitality Flooring: Kitchens, Bars and Pool Areas
Kitchens, bars and pools are high-risk zones. AS 4586-2013 and HB198-2014 require P5 or P4 ratings to protect guests and staff.
Borderline Results: Why Interpretation Matters
Borderline slip resistance results may pass one interpretation but fail another. Learn how AS 4586:2013, AS 4663:2013 and HB198:2014 apply in practice.
NATA Accreditation: Why It Matters
Only NATA-accredited slip testing reports stand up in audits, insurance claims and legal contexts. Learn why accreditation matters
From Tile to Certificate: The Lab Journey
What happens inside a slip testing lab? Follow the process from tile submission to AS 4586:2013 certification in Zerofal’s Sydney lab.
Hospitality: Lobby Shine vs Wet Feet
Polished lobbies look impressive but can be hazardous when wet. Learn how AS 4586:2013 and AS 4663:2013 protect hospitality projects from slips, trips and