Retail Slip Testing

At Slip Testing, we work with retail businesses and across the UK to help them maintain safe, compliant, and slip-resistant floors for customers and staff. With constant foot traffic, wet-weather entrances, cleaning operations, and product spills, supermarkets and shops face unique slip risk challenges every day.

Our experts carry out professional slip resistance testing across key retail zones using HSE-approved methods to ensure your floors meet safety standards. We provide detailed reporting, accurate Pendulum Test Values (PTVs), and clear recommendations to minimise risk and support ongoing compliance.

What’s Included in a Supermarket & Retail Slip Testing Service?

Our supermarket and retail slip testing services include full pendulum testing in accordance with BS 7976-2, the recognised HSE standard for floor safety.

Testing is carried out under both wet and dry conditions to simulate real operational environments. Following each visit, clients receive a detailed report with PTV scores, risk ratings, photographs, and guidance on improving slip resistance through maintenance or treatment options.

How Much Does Supermarket & Retail Slip Testing Cost?

The cost of supermarket and retail slip testing services ranges from £350 to £700, depending on store size, the number of surfaces tested, and whether both wet and dry condition testing are included.

Costs vary based on store layout, access times, and flooring types in areas like entrances, aisles, and checkout zones. Chain retailers or property managers responsible for multiple locations can benefit from discounted multi-site testing packages.

Contact Slip Testing to get tailored pricing for your premises.

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Which Retail Areas Should Undergo Slip Testing?

Slip testing retail and supermarket environments should be completed across all areas exposed to liquids, cleaning residues, or heavy foot traffic, such as:

• Entrances and doorways – High-risk zones where rain and dirt are tracked inside.

• Main shopping aisles – Areas with high pedestrian flow and potential product spillages.

• Refrigerated and freezer sections – Floors affected by condensation or leaking equipment.

• Checkout lanes and queuing areas – Constantly used zones where wear and cleaning can reduce traction.

• Customer toilets and staff areas – Wet spaces that require consistent safety verification.

• Loading bays and storerooms – Surfaces where trolleys, pallets, and cleaning processes affect slip resistance.

• Outdoor access points and pathways – External walkways subject to rain or surface contamination.

How Long Does It Take to Arrange Slip Testing for Retail Properties?

We can typically schedule slip testing for supermarkets and retail areas within 48 to 72 hours of your request.

Our mobile testing technicians work flexibly around trading hours, often conducting tests early morning, late evening, or overnight to avoid disruption to business operations and customer flow.

What Safety Guidelines Apply to Retail Slip Testing?

All supermarket and retail slip testing services are performed in line with HSE and UKSRG guidelines, ensuring results are accurate, legally defensible, and compliant with BS 7976-2 standards.

Our reports clearly show whether floors meet the minimum Pendulum Test Value (PTV) threshold of 36+ for safe use and include actionable recommendations to reduce slip hazards in line with best practice guidance.

What Types of Retail Businesses Benefit From Slip Testing?

Slip testing is suitable for all supermarket & retail environments, including:

• Supermarkets and hypermarkets – Large sites with multiple flooring types and high foot traffic.

• Convenience and express stores – Compact layouts where space constraints increase accident potential.

• Shopping centres and retail parks – Multi-tenant environments requiring consistent safety oversight.

• Department stores and fashion outlets – Polished or decorative floors that may reduce friction over time.

• DIY and warehouse-style retailers – Areas where stock movement and cleaning residues create hazards.

• Petrol stations and forecourt shops – Mixed indoor/outdoor zones exposed to water and oil residues.

Can Supermarket & Retail Slip Testing Be Part of Ongoing Safety Management?

Our supermarket and retail slip testing services can be integrated into routine safety management or risk assessment programs.

We offer regular testing schedules, cleaning regime reviews, and anti-slip surface treatment plans to maintain compliance across multiple sites. This proactive approach helps retailers prevent incidents, meet HSE obligations, and demonstrate a strong commitment to customer and employee safety.

Contact Slip Testing for a tailored consultation for your retail premises.

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