When you think of aluminum tread plates you may think of the traditional shiny plates with a raised diamond pattern that cover truck boxes or steps used to get into a truck. This inexpensive product is often purchased due to its low cost and availability. These aluminum tread plates can be as dangerous as a smooth surface plate when covered in water or oil. While a lower cost may look appealing, these plates become worn unevenly and eventually wear down to a smooth surface again, forcing you to buy all new material. When dealing with a lot of weight bearing and heavy duty damage these plates do not withstand the force you need in factory or shipping environments for a long period of time.

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Slip and fall accidents occur on a daily basis.  A few places they may occur are on trucks with aluminum tread plate installed on the walking and working surface, on ladder rungs, and on slick flooring areas in manufacturing plant, among others.  Preventing these accidents can be done with a few simple precautions.  According to “The Guide to Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls”, published by the Australian Government, some of the most common hazards for slips and falls are:

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