Coefficient of Friction Testing
The coefficient of friction is a mathematical expression of the relationship of sliding forces between materials. Coefficient of friction testing in the field is accomplished by using a portable tribometer, which is also known as a slip meter. Coefficient of friction testing provides an indication of whether slippery conditions exist. Error Analysis has significant experience with walkway surface testing and interpretation of coefficient of friction testing.
A partial list of example settings where coefficient of friction testing was performed:
- Airports
- Apartments
- Condominiums
- Hotels
- Casinos
- Residences
- Hospitals
- Detention facilities
- Retail stores and centers
- Shopping malls
- Pools and pool decks
Credentials
Joe Cohen (partial list)- Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology (1997), University of California, Riverside
- Master of Arts (MA), Psychology, Human Factors and Applied-Experimental option (2000), California State University, Northridge
- Master of Science (MS), Industrial-Organizational Psychology (2005), Alliant International University, San Diego
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Industrial-Organizational Psychology, industrial emphasis track (2009), Alliant International University, San Diego
- Certified Human Factors Professional, Board of Certification in Professional Ergonomics
- Certified Hazard Control Manager, International Board for Certification Services Management
- Certified XL Tribometrist, Excel Tribometers, LLC
- Member, Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, Safety Technical Group, Forensics Professional Technical Group
- Member, American Society of Safety Professionals
- Member, ASTM International
- Member, International Code Council
- Associate Editor, Ergonomics in Design, Sage Publications (2014-2018)