OSHA Walking-Working Surfaces in Nashville and Middle Tennessee
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OSHA Walking-Working Surfaces

The U.S. OSHA page on walking-working surfaces, which covers workplace floors, stairs and slip, trip and fall hazards.

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, publishes information on walking-working surfaces, which includes workplace floors, stairs, ladders and the hazards of slips, trips and falls. Business owners with garages, shops, kitchens and warehouses use it to understand what employers are expected to keep safe. Floor coatings with texture are one way to improve traction. Nashville employers who are updating a floor often check this kind of guidance and then ask their contractor what finish makes sense.

We are a private company and are not part of OSHA, and we do not give legal or compliance advice. We use its public information as background and send you to the official site. We can describe the texture and traction of our systems and suggest finishes, while you and your safety professional decide what your workplace needs.

Best for

  • Business owners
  • Facility managers
  • Safety coordinators
  • Contractors and designers
What to know

What defines OSHA

Workplace floors

Covers floors, stairs and other walking surfaces.

Slip and fall hazards

Explains common hazards and ways to reduce them.

Employer duties

Describes what employers are expected to keep safe.

Traction matters

Texture and cleaning affect slip risk.

Public information

A federal agency publishes it for all.

Not our advice

You consult your safety professional for compliance.

Questions

OSHA FAQ

Does a coating make my floor compliant?

We cannot give compliance advice. We describe traction and finish options, and your safety professional decides.

Can you add texture for safety?

Yes. Fine to coarse textures are available.

Are you affiliated with OSHA?

No. We are a private company and are not part of OSHA. Officials make the decisions, and we help you understand the process and prepare information.

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