Why Facility Management Accessories Matter for Building Safety

Facility management plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety, cleanliness, and overall efficiency of any building, whether it’s a corporate office, retail space, hospital, or educational institution.

Among the many elements of facility management, certain accessories like a wet floor sign, umbrella baggers, umbrella dryers, and rubber matting are essential for maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.

See how these often-overlooked tools contribute to a well-managed facility.

1. Wet Floor Sign: Preventing Accidents Before They Happen

One of the most common causes of workplace injuries is slips and falls. Wet floor signs are essential for preventing such incidents by clearly warning people of hazardous areas, especially after cleaning, spills, or during inclement weather. These signs are highly visible and easy to place in any area where a slip risk is present. By using wet floor signs, facility managers can take proactive steps to reduce liability and keep building occupants safe.

Our Stainless Steel A-Frame is a sleek and modern wet floor sign used to prevent accidents that is heavy duty so it resists rough handling and won't blow away. 

Key Benefits:

• Immediate notification of slip hazards
• Reduces risk of injuries and potential legal issues
• Ensures compliance with health and safety regulations

2. Umbrella Baggers: Controlling Water Drips

During rainy days, wet umbrellas are a common source of slippery floors and potential accidents. Umbrella baggers provide a simple yet effective solution. This small action can significantly reduce slip hazards while keeping the entrance area clean and dry.

Place our Umbrella Bagger at the street entrance and users simply bag their wet umbrellas without fuss and go about their business, leaving your floors drier and safer.

Key Benefits:

• Prevents water accumulation on floors
• Keeps entryways and lobbies clean and dry
• Enhances visitor experience by offering a convenient solution

3. Umbrella Dryers: Enhanced Convenience and Safety

For larger buildings with high foot traffic, umbrella dryers provide a more sustainable alternative to disposable bags. These dryers allow visitors to quickly dry off their umbrellas, further minimizing wet floors. In addition to safety, umbrella dryers demonstrate a commitment to eco-friendly practices by reducing plastic waste from single-use bags.

Reduce potential injuries from slips and falls with our Umbrella Dryer, simple to use and low maintenance.

Key Benefits:

• Reduces the risk of slips from wet floors
• Provides an environmentally friendly solution
• Enhances the building’s professional image and customer satisfaction

4. Safety matting: A First Line of Defense 

Safety matting is one of the most versatile and essential facility management accessories. These mats are commonly placed at entrances, in high-traffic areas, and near workstations. They serve as a first line of defense against dirt, moisture, and debris being tracked into the building. Safety mats not only keep floors clean and dry but also provide slip resistance, improving overall safety.

 We offer a range of premium safety matting solutions from rubber to entrance mats. If you need assistance with specific requirements don't hesitate to call us.

Key Benefits:

• Prevents dirt and moisture from spreading inside
• Reduces wear and tear on flooring
• Provides a non-slip surface, reducing the risk of accidents

5. Sanitising Stations: Touch Free Safety  

Hand sanitising stations are crucial for promoting hygiene and preventing the spread of germs in public spaces. By offering easy access to hand sanitiser, they encourage regular hand cleaning, especially when soap and water aren't available. This helps reduce the transmission of illnesses, protects public health, and builds confidence in shared environments by supporting cleaner, safer interactions. 

We offer Sanitising Stations with the dispenser which can be elevated with one of our sanitising floor mats. This adds a layer of protection to your floors from the sanitising solution.

Key Benefits:

• Reduces the spread of germs by promoting easy access to disinfectant
• Encourage regular hand hygiene, especially in areas without soap and water
• Helps maintain public health and safety in high-traffic environments

6. Sanitising Foot Baths: Disinfect before entry

Sanitising foot baths are important in facility management because they help prevent the spread of contaminants, especially in areas with strict hygiene requirements like food processing plants, healthcare facilities, and cleanrooms. By disinfecting footwear, these baths reduce the risk of tracking harmful pathogens, dirt, or chemicals into controlled environments. This helps maintain cleanliness, ensures compliance with hygiene standards, and protects both employees and products from contamination.

We offer Sanitising Foot Baths in all black and also with yellow safety borders depending on your facility and if you require the extra perimeters in high traffic foot areas.

Key Benefits:

• Helps prevent the spread of contaminants by disinfecting footwear
• They maintain hygiene standards in controlled environments like cleanrooms and food facilities
• Reduce the risk of cross-contamination, protecting both products and personnel

A Small Investment with Big Returns

While facility management accessories may seem like small additions, they play a vital role in maintaining a safe, clean, and well-organized environment. These tools help reduce accidents, enhance visitor experiences, and ensure the smooth operation of the building. By investing in these essential accessories, facility managers can improve safety, boost efficiency, and enhance the overall appeal of their space. After all, it’s the little things that often make the biggest difference in creating a well-maintained facility.

If you need more assistance on any of our products, don't hesitate to contact us - we're always happy to help!