Safety Footwear

When it comes to ensuring workplace safety, appropriate footwear plays a vital role, especially in industries where hazards are prevalent. High cut safety boots are designed to provide maximum protection to the feet and lower legs in such environments. In this blog, we will explore the features, benefits, and applications of high cut safety boots, highlighting why they are an essential investment for individuals working in hazardous conditions.

SRA, SRB and SRC are terms you might have seen a lot while looking through safety footwear on our website. And while you probably know that they are related to grip and slip resistance, some of the finer details might not be so familiar or clear. But getting to know these finer points could be a big help to you at work from day to day, whether you’re out in the rain on the rails, using heavy machinery on the building site or working in a warehouse or kitchen.

Electrical resistance is an important characteristic of safety shoes. Movement and friction causes a build-up of electrostatic charge in the body. Shoes and clothing that are not conductive enough can increase this charge. At a certain point a discharge will occur. A discharge that is too high or uncontrolled can result in serious consequences such as an explosion due to spark formation or damage to electronic products and components in a working environment.

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The BOA lacing system is a smart system to pull on or take off your safety shoes or boots. It is an alternative to classic laces whereby they are replaced by stainless steel wires, connected to a turning knob. This knob is used to tighten, loosen, and snap your laces into place. As with many innovative technologies and systems, the BOA lacing system has its roots from the sports industry. For a very long time, the system was being used exclusively by snowboarders, mountaineers, golfers, and cyclists. However, the innovative laces are now occurring more frequently in personal protective equipment such as safety shoes or firemen’s boots.

All safety footwear must meet the minimum safety standards are set out by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The current standard for Safety Footwear across Britain (BS) and Europe (EN) is BS EN ISO 20345:2022, which is identical to ISO 20345:2021. It supersedes BS EN ISO 20345:2011, which will be withdrawn on 31 March 2023. Despite EN ISO 20345:2022 being the most recent standard, most of our products are still only certified under EN ISO 20345:2011.

First of all, PPE stands for personal protective equipment. It's the term used for all kinds of equipment that acts as a barrier between a human and a health or safety risk. These risks could be anything from an infectious disease to a chemical, to falling from a height. As you can probably imagine, PPE equipment encompasses everything from gloves and masks to helmets, steel toe boots, high visibility clothing, and ear protection.

When it comes to kitting yourself out for work, choosing the correct footwear is vital. Picking an appropriate pair of safety boots or shoes for you and your job makes a real difference to your day. Here's a quick guide to help you find the right pair.

Let's face it, safety boots don't sound like they should be stylish. You'd be forgiven for thinking workplace regulations and street cred might not go hand in hand, but in fact there are plenty of well-respected brands making safety boots that workers will happily wear. Here are some of the big names to choose from...