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It is estimated that 80 percent of the U.S. population has experienced some type of moderate to severe foot ailment or pain one or more times in their lives. 

According to statistical data from the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), slips, trips and falls cause 15 percent of all accidental deaths — second only to automobile accidents in the number of fatalities. One solution often taken for granted is floor mats, which come in all styles, sizes and shapes.

Preparedness is elemental in executing a successful ice and snow removal plan; knowledge and training are keys to preparedness.

Although facility managers are not expected to predict weather patterns, these individuals must be on alert when it comes to seasonal trends and safeguarding their buildings.

Often, facilities consider the application of floor matting for use only on hard floor surfaces — overlooking the importance of floor matting on carpeted surfaces.