NSF/ANSI/CAN 50 Certification
Life Floor is the first product in the world to be meet the certifications for the newest standard from NSF/ANSI/CAN 50. As their only Preferred Installation Partner, we’re proud of their ground breaking work to keep aquatic play areas safer!
The New Standard in Aquatic Safety
NSF/ANSI/CAN 50 At A Glance
Following rigorous testing and research, NSF/ANSI/CAN 50 concluded that for a surface to meet an appropriate standard for splash pad surfacing, it must fill six unique performance-based requirements. Life Floor is certified to all six requirements.
Slip-Resistance
- Certified surfaces are slip-resisting to minimize slip-and-fall injuries. Meeting the standards requires a 40 British Pendulum Number (BPN) and a P4 on the Australian Standard. Life Floor exceeds these standards with a 65 BPN and P5 rating.
Chemical Resistance
- Surfaces must remain slip-resistant and impact attenuating after undergoing exposure to high chemical shock periods without showing signs of erosion. Unlike ceramic or painted depth markers, our tiles also retain color contrast and visual clarity after chemical exposure.
Cleanability
- Life Floor is made from a closed-cell foam, which means it does not harbor bacteria, or support microbial growth. During testing, our tiles experienced a 99.9% reduction of bacteria after being sanitized, including the joint areas between tiles.
Impact Attenuation
- Certified surfaces must be cushioned to absorb inevitable falls. The standard requires a HIC (Head Injury Criterion) value of 750, with a .20 meter minimum fall height. Life Floor is certified to this standard.
UV Stability
- Resistance to ultra-violet radiation is essential, as many splash pads experience intense, year-long sun exposure. During testing, any erosion is not acceptable if it compromises the surface’s traction and impact attenuation. Life Floor is certified to this standard.
Impermeability
- A certified surface will not absorb water. According to the standard, a submerged sample must not absorb water after 24 hours. Life Floor is certified to this standard.