Anti-Slip Solutions for the Food Industry

Anti-slip solutions for the food industry – from floor coatings and commercial kitchen mats to GRP sheets and stair nosings – are central to health and safety on site. Water, grease, blood, flour dust and cleaning agents quickly make floors slippery in production, cutting and filling areas. Add condensation in cold rooms and frequent wet cleaning, and it is no surprise that slips, trips and falls are among the most common accidents in these businesses.

Suitable protective equipment: Non-slip S2 safety shoes with scale-pattern sole – white, wipe-disinfectable, non-marking, also available with cold insulation for cold stores.

We help you tackle hazards in a targeted way. Whether anti-slip coating, non-slip mat, GRP sheet or stair nosing: the right solution depends on the area, the substrate and your cleaning regime. On this page you will find an overview of typical problem zones, suitable products and the most important selection criteria.

Typical slip hazards in food businesses

• Cutting and processing areas with grease, blood and meat scraps on the floor
• Wet areas at rinsing, washing and cleaning stations
• Chilled and freezer rooms with condensation and frost
• Transitions between areas with different floor coverings
• Stairs, landings and platforms at filling and packaging lines
• Commercial kitchens and canteens with splashes and food waste
• Loading docks and goods-in areas with water tracked in from outside

The right anti-slip solutions for the food industry

The following product groups can be used individually or in combination. Versions with the relevant test certificates for areas with food contact are available on request.

Slip-resistant flooring for food production

For large areas, anti-slip floor coatings are a good choice. Aggregates in the coating create a grippy surface. The grit size determines how high the slip resistance is and how easily the floor can be cleaned. Coatings for hygiene areas are available in versions with test certificates on request.

Non-slip floors in meat processing

In cutting rooms, grease and tissue residues build up in larger quantities. Here, displacement space matters as well as slip resistance. Non-slip flooring with a profiled surface can take up residues without the walking surface immediately becoming slippery.

Commercial kitchen mats

In kitchens and at dishwashing lines, anti-slip mats are a flexible solution. They can be lifted for cleaning and moved as required. Open structures let water drain away. Look for bevelled edges so that you do not create a new trip hazard.

GRP anti-slip sheets for platforms and walkways

On platforms, gangways and landings, GRP anti-slip sheets have proven themselves. Glass-reinforced plastic does not rust and is suitable for damp environments too. The sheets are screwed or bonded onto existing surfaces.

Securing step edges

Stairs on production lines are often made of steel plate or grating. Stair nosings secure the front edge of the step and make it more visible with a contrasting colour.

Anti-slip strips for specific spots

For smaller areas, ramps or transitions, self-adhesive anti-slip strips are ideal. They are quick to apply and can be placed exactly where they are needed.

Selection: what matters

Slip resistance: Annex 2 of the German workplace rule ASR A1.5 assigns ratings from R9 to R13 to work areas and, where necessary, a displacement space from V4 to V10. These values are determined to DIN EN 16165:2023; older certificates often still refer to DIN 51130. ASR A1.5 requires slip-resistant floors in workplaces in Germany. Use these regulations as guidance and align the requirements with your own risk assessment.

Substrate: Tiles, concrete, epoxy resin, stainless steel or grating each call for different solutions. For pre-coated floors, we recommend a compatibility test.

Cleaning: The food industry cleans frequently and intensively. A very coarse surface offers plenty of grip but is harder to clean. Clarify in advance which cleaning agents and methods you use.

Fixing: Depending on the area, self-adhesive, screwed or loose-laid solutions make sense. Loose mats make cleaning easier; fixed sheets stay permanently in place.

How your enquiry works

1. You describe the area, the substrate and the type of contamination, ideally with photos and dimensions.
2. We suggest suitable products and clarify any questions about slip resistance, cleaning and fixing.
3. You receive a tailored quotation, including cut-to-size pieces and custom-made solutions if required.

FAQ: Anti-Slip Solutions for the Food Industry

When does slip resistance R13 V4 make sense in a food business?

In areas with a lot of slippery substances where only a little material needs to be taken up below the walking surface. R13 is the highest rating, V4 the smallest displacement space. The values that apply to your work area can be found in Annex 2 of the German ASR A1.5 and in your risk assessment.

Which non-slip flooring is suitable for meat processing?

Usually profiled floor coverings, coarse-grit coatings or GRP sheets that combine high slip resistance with a displacement space. We are happy to advise you on the choice.

Are your products food-safe?

For areas with food contact, versions with the relevant test certificates are available on request. Please tell us exactly where they will be used.

Are commercial kitchen mats easy to clean?

Most are – many mats can be lifted and cleaned separately. How well this works depends on the material and structure, so tell us about your cleaning process and we will suggest suitable versions.

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Want to make your production area, cold rooms or commercial kitchen safer underfoot? Describe your area and requirements and we will check which of our anti-slip solutions for the food industry suits your business.