Each style of safety footwear has its own individual benefits but all have to conform to a set of safety standards, represented by various codes and abbreviations that you should look out for when considering which pair of safety shoes to buy.
The basic safety shoe is designed to protect the feet against impact, compression or puncture.
It is a durable shoe worn by men and women in many industries including the armed forces, manufacturing, chemical industries, and construction
A safety shoe is designed to protect workers’ feet from heat, chemical spills, slippery floors, wild life, sharp objects, electrical shock, and other hazards.
A good safety shoe will have protective reinforcement in the toe (a steel or composite toe) which protects the feet from falling objects or compression. They may also include a mid-sole plate, a composite metatarsal guide, to protect against punctures from below.
Before you purchase safety shoes for your company, make sure to invest in shoes that meet the specific needs of your workers, the environment and the job. Also be sure to source shoes that meet the required standards, such as compliance with ISO EN 20345:2011, and are CE marked.
Common features in a safety shoe:
