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Stop Slips Before They Start: A Practical Guide to Winter Matting
May 18, 2026
Wet shoes, muddy entrances, and slippery floors can turn everyday spaces into high-risk zones, especially in workplaces, schools, and care environments.
The good news? Most slips, trips and fatigue-related issues can be prevented with the right matting in the right place.
This guide breaks down the key risk areas and the best Rodburn solutions to keep your people safe, comfortable, and moving.
The good news? Most slips, trips and fatigue-related issues can be prevented with the right matting in the right place.
This guide breaks down the key risk areas and the best Rodburn solutions to keep your people safe, comfortable, and moving.
1. ENTRANCES: WHERE RISK STARTS
water and dirt get tracked inside
slippery floors
increased fall risk
Your entrance is your first line of defence. Without proper matting, moisture and debris are carried straight into your facility, increasing cleaning time and safety risks.
Ribbed mats trap dirt and absorb moisture, while rubber brush scrapers aggressively remove debris before it enters your space.
2. RAMPS, WALKWAYS & WET ZONES
constant exposure to water
high slip risk
Outdoor walkways, ramps, and pool surrounds become hazardous in winter. Ultra Grip matting provides reliable traction even in consistently wet environments, helping reduce slips in high-footfall areas.
3. KITCHENS & FOOD PREP AREAS
spills
long standing hours
slips
fatigue
Busy kitchens and food production areas demand more than just slip resistance. Staff are on their feet for hours, often on hard surfaces.
Anti-fatigue matting improves comfort, reduces strain, and supports productivity — while also providing the grip needed in spill-prone zones.
Anti-fatigue matting improves comfort, reduces strain, and supports productivity — while also providing the grip needed in spill-prone zones.
4. INDUSTRIAL & PRODUCTION FLOORS
hard floors
repetitive standing
fatigue and injury
reduced productivity
Fatigue isn’t just uncomfortable — it impacts focus, performance, and safety. Anti-fatigue matting helps reduce pressure on joints and muscles, keeping teams working safely and efficiently throughout long shifts.
