STMW Testing Services is consulted regularly regarding the question of how often do i need to slip test ?
In short there is no legal obligation under the Australian Standards to complete slip testing to any frequency. However where it gets interesting is under Civil Law, Occupiers (including owners of private property and public authorities), have a duty of care toward people coming onto their land. They must take reasonable care to make sure people coming onto their property are not exposed to risks that are likely to cause injury, such as a slip and fall.
Where an occupier can prove that they adhered to an adequate system of inspection and Hazard reduction , this is usually sufficient to discharge their duty of care. On the other hand, if there is evidence that they did not respond quickly enough to reported hazards or failed to carry out sufficient inspections to identify and control risks, they may be liable for any injuries that result.
Generally, the frequency of the slip testing will vary from property to property, and be subject to a risk analysis and your risk management practices of the asset, and advice from your insurance provider. STMW service shopping centres and public spaces across Australia some occupiers have us on a three monthly rotation while others are comfortable with a six monthly or even annual visit.
As an additional service we provide Risk assessing and Hazard Register management for some of our clients. This may be of benefit to you in assessing your requirements for slip testing and the management of Hazards on site.
