There are several types of safety footwear available on the market today, each designed to protect feet in different ways and environments, make sure that when you are choosing the right type of safety footwear you carry out a risk assessment for your specific environment looking into the potential risks you face - even if you may only face them occasionally.
The list of safety footwear will include specialist safety boots which will suit certain industries over others, we include details on what these boots are best used for you support you in choosing the right type of safety footwear.
Here are some of the most common types of safety footwear:
Steel Toe Boots:
These boots have a steel toe cap that protects the toes from falling objects or rolling objects. They are often required in construction or manufacturing environments where there is a risk of heavy objects falling or rolling onto the feet.
Composite Toe Boots: These boots have a toe cap made of a composite material such as fiberglass or plastic. They offer the same level of protection as steel toe boots, but are lighter in weight and do not conduct electricity.
Puncture Resistant Boots: These boots have a special insole or midsole that is resistant to sharp objects such as nails or screws. They are often worn in construction or carpentry environments where there is a risk of stepping on sharp objects.
Insulated Boots: These boots have insulation to keep the feet warm in cold environments. They are often worn in outdoor or refrigerated environments where the temperature can drop below freezing.
Waterproof Boots: These boots are designed to keep the feet dry in wet environments. They are often made with a waterproof material such as rubber or neoprene and have sealed seams to prevent water from seeping in.
Slip Resistant Boots: These boots have a special outsole that is designed to reduce the risk of slipping on wet or oily surfaces. They are often worn in environments where there is a risk of slipping, such as in a kitchen or on a construction site.
Acid Resistant Boots: These boots are designed to resist chemicals such as acids or bases. They are often worn in laboratories or industrial environments where there is a risk of coming into contact with harmful chemicals.
Electrical Hazard Boots: These boots are designed to protect against electrical shock. They are often worn in environments where there is a risk of coming into contact with electrical currents, such as in a power plant or on a construction site.
Cut Resistant Boots: These boots are designed to protect against cuts and abrasions. They are often worn in environments where there is a risk of coming into contact with sharp objects, such as in a metal fabrication shop or a woodworking shop.
Heat Resistant Boots: These boots are designed to protect against high temperatures. They are often worn in environments where there is a risk of coming into contact with high temperatures, such as in a foundry or a kitchen.
To conclude, It is important to choose the right type of safety footwear for the specific work environment to ensure maximum protection for the feet. Wearing the wrong type of footwear can leave the feet vulnerable to injury, and in some cases, can even be dangerous.
If you are unsure on the type of safety boots you need, carry out a risk assessment and contact a supplier that is a specialist in safety boots like OAKEYS Safety Ltd.
Safety Footwear
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OAKEYS has chosen their range of safety boots based on protection, comfort, performance and fit. This range of footwear is perfect for industries and professions such as construction, food industry, utilities, electricians, plumbers, oil and gas and many more.
The range offers the following styles; safety boots, safety trainers, safety wellingtons and safety footwear designed for women.
We supply waterproof work boots ranging from high end top performers to cheap waterproof boots.
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No matter your requirements OAKEYS will be able to supply safety boots that matches your specific requirements.
