Oily workstations: how to choose the right mat?

Nowadays, slips and falls in the workplace are the most frequently reported accidents.Infact, in some machining and screw-cutting industries (metal processing and treatment), there are work areas where the floors are damp and oily on a daily basis. This situation creates the risk of slips and falls, which can lead to work stoppages and, ultimately, occupational illness.

To avoid these risks, measures need to be put in place to enable industrial workers to work in optimum safety conditions. Here we look at how professional flooring for oily floors is the most effective solution to prevent slipping.

Slip hazard: protect your employees with mats for oily floors

Each range of professional floor coverings responds to a specific problem encountered either by employees during their working day, or by passers-by (including people with reduced mobility). For example, ESD mats absorb the electron charges emitted by electronic machines, while Gate profile mats act as a barrier between the cleanliness of a manufacturing area and the dirt of a storage area.

Anti-fatigue mats can also be found in this work environment, reducing body fatigue and enabling employees to work in an ergonomic standing position. However, these types of mats do not directly prevent the risk of slipping on oily floors. This is why the oily mat has been designed specifically for areas where liquids such as oil or grease are systematically projected onto the floor.

Description of the floor mat for oily environments

Ensuring the safety of personnel working in industrial environments is an obligation, so that they can work safely and serenely without fear of falls or accidents. The mat for oily floors is a safety covering that provides an immediate and permanent solution for employees.

The mat is draining, anti-fatigue and non-slip. It is made from materials that are resistant to oils, greases and other chemicals. Different models are available in different sizes, but all are draining and 100% nitrile, which protects the mat from chemicals. It also has perforations that allow all liquids to drain away without stagnating fine layers of oil or other substances. It also offers greater stability, eliminating any risk of slipping.

How to choose a floor mat for oily workstations?

As with other matting ranges, it's essential to choose the right covering for your workspace. For workstations where oil is frequently sprayed, you must first choose the surface finish. This must be abrasive to provide stability and enable the mat to be slip-resistant.

Each mat has a rating assigned by the manufacturer, indicating the degree of anti-slip, anti-fatigue and resistance. These 3 indicators must have a high rating, which represents :

• performance,
• posture-related protection and reduced fatigue,
• resistance.

At NeoSol, you'll find a wide range of mats for oily floors, suitable for all types of industry where the risk of slipping is present. You'll find all our industrial floor mats in our catalog.

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