Provides an overview of basic concepts and definitions of terms related to the 'measurement of slipperiness' from the onset of a foot slide to a gradual loss of balance and a fall. Includes expert group perspectives on human-centered (biomechanical, locomotive, perceptual, and cognitive), and surface-centered (roughness, friction) aspects and approaches. Addresses the injury burden of slipperiness, globally reviews existing slipmeters, and summarizes areas of consensus in the field of slipperiness measurement.--ERGONOMICSnetBASE description.
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Title
Measuring slipperiness.
International Standard Book Number
0415298288
TOPICAL NAME USED AS SUBJECT
Falls (Accidents)-- United States-- Prevention.
Friction-- Measurement.
Human locomotion.
Industrial safety-- United States.
Surfaces (Technology)
Accidental Falls.
Friction.
Humans.
Locomotion.
Occupational Health.
Surface Properties.
Falls (Accidents)-- Prevention.
Friction-- Measurement.
Human locomotion.
Industrial safety.
Surfaces (Technology)
TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING-- Industrial Health & Safety.