APPLICATION

AS/NZS 2210.1 recommends that safety footwear should be worn to reduce foot injuries caused by contact with moving or falling objects, sharp materials that may penetrate through the sole or uppers, friction, contact with chemicals, heat, molten metals, slipping and electrical hazards.

RISK ASSESSMENT

A risk assessment identifying all possible foot hazards is essential before implementing a footwear protection programme. It is important to note that safety footwear can only provide a limited degree of protection against hazards in the workplace.

Typical hazards may include:

Slipping due to surface type & condition and wet or dry state (including type of liquid)

Dropped or falling objects causing crushing or cutting injuries

Moving plant & equipment causing crushing injuries

Sharp objects with the potential to puncture or penetrate

Exposure to extremes of temperature including welding and hot metal operations

Chemical spills and other hazardous or toxic substances

Unsafe electrical equipment

Static electricity discharge can cause harm to workers and equipment

Uneven terrain

High levels of physical activity and duration of shifts causing foot soreness/discomfort



footwear selection elements

SOLE Rubber Heat resistant to 300 degrees Celcius TPU Heat resistant to 130 - 140 degrees Celcius PU Heat resistant to 130 - 140 degrees Celcius PVC Waterproof, oil/fat/acid resistant TOE CAPS Steel 200 Joules/1500 Newtons Composite 200 Joules/1500 Newtons ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE Anti-Static Allows static electricity to earth Conductive Allows mains & static electricity to earth Insulating Protects against high voltage OTHER Metatarsal Guard Protects the metatarsal bones of the foot Steel Midsole Penetration resistant layer imbedded into the sole

Useful references

AS/NZS 2210.1:2010 Safety, protective and occupational footwear - Guide to selection, care and use.

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