Abschnitt 1 - 1 Scope of application
Slip accidents account for the largest fraction of accidents that occur, necessitating a careful selection of floor coverings as well as cleaning methods and agents.
The Technical Rule for Workplaces ASR A1.5/1,2 "Floors" regulates the installation and use of floors in workplaces.
This DGUV Information discusses additional requirements for the installation and use of floor coverings in wet barefoot areas.
It is characteristic of wet barefoot areas that floor coverings intended for these areas will become routinely wet and are walked on with bare feet. The scope of this DGUV Information also includes floor coverings used on ramps as well as the treads of staircases and ladders.
Wet barefoot areas can be found in swimming pool facilities and hospitals as well as in changing rooms and bathroom and shower facilities of sports centres and workplaces.