IMPORTANCE OF SAFETY SHOES

Employees who face possible foot or leg injuries from falling or rolling objects or from crushing or penetrating materials should wear protective footwear. Also, employees whose work involves exposure to hot substances or corrosive or poisonous materials must have protective gear to cover exposed body parts, including legs and feet. If an employee’s feet may be exposed to electrical hazards, non conductive footwear should be worn. On the other hand, workplace exposure to static electricity may necessitate the use of conductive footwear.

These types of injuries are prevalent in construction - Crushed feet, broken bones and amputations of toes and feet.

• Punctures to the soles of the feet. Any employee working with nails, wire, staples and scrap metal is vulnerable.
• Cuts, lacerations and severed toes can be the result of working with chain saws, rotary mowers or other machinery without adequate protection.
• Burns resulting from chemical and molten metal splashes or other flammable and explosive materials are frequent in the mining and manufacture of heavy metals and the production of chemicals.
• Electric shocks can be caused by static electricity or direct contact with the source. Unprotected construction workers and electricians are often victims.
• Sprains, fractures and broken bones can occur literally anywhere. Where there's a slippery floor, cluttered walkway or simply inadequate lighting. Teachers, shop assistants and office workers are not excluded from foot injury!

Today, there is a diverse range of safety footwear which provides guaranteed protection in the workplace adheres to the safety standards and is attractive too.

1. Steel-toed boots designed to protect the top of the feet. Poly-carbonate-fiber toecaps are as efficient.
2. Safety boots and shoes with impact protection. Dual density impact absorbing soles and padded polyurethane ankle collars, for additional support and protection does the trick.
3. Safety trainers and shoes with puncture protection. Flexible anti-perforation mid soles are effective.
4. Protective footwear with anti-static rubber soles, waterproof leather uppers and breathable inner linings.

Remember to identify the potential hazards in the work place before selecting protective footwear for your staff. Then simply choose from a wide range of affordable, comfortable and, fashionable are available