AS 4663-2013 PDF
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Full title and description
AS 4663-2013 — Slip resistance measurement of existing pedestrian surfaces. Australian Standard that specifies in‑situ methods for measuring the frictional (slip‑resistant) characteristics of existing pedestrian surfaces under both wet and dry conditions, and gives guidance on interpretation and reporting of test results.
Abstract
AS 4663-2013 provides standardized procedures for assessing the slip resistance of existing, in‑service pedestrian surfaces. It describes the applicable test equipment, preparation and conditioning of test apparatus and surfaces, step‑by‑step test procedures (including pendulum and floor friction tester methods), calculation examples and requirements for test reports. The standard supports risk‑based interpretation of results and is intended for use on a wide range of surface types including tiles, concrete, coatings and carpets.
General information
- Status: Current (published standard; Standards Australia catalogue indicates the standard as current with revision activity noted).
- Publication date: 28 June 2013.
- Publisher: Standards Australia.
- ICS / categories: 17.040.20 (Properties of surfaces); 91.060.30 (Ceilings. Floors. Stairs) — classification relevant to surface properties and floor/ stair safety.
- Edition / version: AS 4663-2013 — first Australian edition (revises and replaces earlier AS/NZS editions such as AS/NZS 4663:2004).
- Number of pages: 33 pages (printed PDF publication).
Scope
Specifies methods for measuring the frictional characteristics of existing pedestrian surfaces in situ, covering wet and dry testing. The standard applies to in‑service floors, stairs and ramps where pedestrian slip risk must be assessed and includes procedural requirements for test equipment, conditioning, sampling locations, measurement techniques and reporting. It does not set absolute “pass/fail” limits but provides the data and classification needed for risk assessment and to support compliance with building, health & safety and procurement requirements.
Key topics and requirements
- Test methods for existing surfaces: pendulum friction tester (wet pendulum) and low‑velocity floor friction testers (dry COF measurement).
- Preparation and conditioning of test equipment (rubber sliders, calibration and conditioning procedures).
- Surface preparation, site conditions and sampling strategy (selecting test locations, cleaning and environmental considerations).
- Procedure steps and measurement protocol, including repeatability and number of tests per location.
- Calculation examples for Pendulum Test Values (BPN/PTV) and dry coefficient of friction (COF).
- Interpretation and reporting requirements — how to present results, test conditions and limitations for use in risk assessment.
- Appendices covering special cases (e.g., carpet testing), apparatus details and worked examples.
Typical use and users
Used by testing laboratories, building owners, facility and asset managers, architects/specifiers, contractors, occupational health & safety professionals, forensic investigators and insurers to assess slip risk on existing walkways, stairs, ramps, public access areas, commercial kitchens, wet areas and industrial floors. Results support maintenance planning, remediation/retrofit decisions and compliance or evidence for safety audits and incident investigations.
Related standards
Commonly used alongside AS 4586 (classification of new pedestrian surface materials), HB 198 (guidance on specification and testing of slip resistance), earlier AS/NZS 4663 editions (superseded), and international methods such as EN/ISO documents addressing pendulum and tribometer test methods. Building codes and workplace safety regulations refer to these standards or to their test outputs for risk assessment and deemed‑to‑satisfy guidance.
Keywords
Slip resistance, pendulum test, British Pendulum Number (BPN), Pendulum Test Value (PTV), coefficient of friction (COF), floor friction tester (FFT), in‑situ testing, pedestrian surfaces, wet/dry testing, floor safety, slip testing, AS 4663.
FAQ
Q: What is this standard?
A: AS 4663-2013 is the Australian Standard that defines methods for measuring the slip resistance of existing (in‑situ) pedestrian surfaces under wet and dry conditions.
Q: What does it cover?
A: It covers test equipment, conditioning, site preparation, test procedures (notably pendulum and floor friction tester methods), calculation examples, interpretation guidance and reporting requirements for existing floors, stairs and ramps.
Q: Who typically uses it?
A: Accredited test laboratories, building and facility managers, architects and specifiers, safety/OHS professionals, contractors, forensic investigators and insurers who need reliable slip‑resistance data for risk management, maintenance and compliance purposes.
Q: Is it current or superseded?
A: AS 4663-2013 is the published Australian standard (published 28 June 2013) and supersedes earlier joint AS/NZS editions such as AS/NZS 4663:2004. Users should check Standards Australia listings for any later revisions or amendment activity before relying on the standard for procurement or compliance.
Q: Is it part of a series?
A: It is used together with related documents in the slip‑resistance suite — notably AS 4586 (classification of new pedestrian surface materials) and industry handbooks or guides that interpret test results for building and workplace safety requirements.
Q: What are the key keywords?
A: Slip resistance, pendulum test, BPN/PTV, coefficient of friction, floor friction tester, in‑situ testing, pedestrian surface, wet test, dry test.