For floors in wet-loaded barefoot areas, e.g. in swimming pools and hospitals as well as in changing rooms, washrooms and showers of sports and workplaces, there are requirements for slip resistance that apply independently of any other requirements for general slip resistance set by GUV-R 181. GUV-I 8527 distinguishes between the following assessment groups:
The
test procedures to be used for the classification and assignment of a soil to one of the above-mentioned assessment groups are regulated in DIN 51097.
In certain cases, additional requirements may arise if, for example, it must be possible to walk on crutches in a medical bathing department due to use, or use with walking aids, hospital chairs or mobile lifts.
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