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 Importance of using safety boots

Safety footwear is a fundamental piece in the workplace designed to provide protection and protection to workers against a variety of risks and dangers present in their profession. The importance of safety footwear lies in its ability to prevent injuries to the feet, since the feet constitute a vulnerable part of the body that can be exposed to various hazards, such as falls from heavy objects, impacts, cuts, chemicals and slippery surfaces. This type of footwear must comply with specific standards that indicate what risks they protect against. In addition, special care must be taken with its maintenance to preserve the protective qualities of the footwear. However, proper use of safety footwear not only complies with labor standards and safety regulations, but also promotes a safer and more secure work environment.

Types of safety footwear

There are various types of safety footwear designed to meet the specific needs of different work environments. Each category of footwear is adapted to particular risks, providing optimal protection. Among all these types, we can highlight:

  • Safety shoes. This type of footwear incorporates a reinforced toe to protect the toes against impacts and compression. They follow the EN ISO 20345 standard and are ideal for environments where there is a risk of heavy objects falling.
  • Safety boots. Safety boots provide more extensive coverage than shoes, protecting not only the toes, but also the ankle and lower leg. They comply with EN ISO 20345 and are especially useful in environments with sharp debris.
  • Safety wellies.. Its main difference with safety boots is that they are resistant to the penetration and absorption of water. They are necessary in sectors that involve working in humid or wet environments such as fishing, agriculture or mining.
  • Protective boots for cut risks. This footwear offers protection against chain saw cuts, preventing foot damage caused by dangerous tools. It is ideal in sectors such as gardening, forestry and tree felling.

The use of safety footwear is important in all areas of loading and unloading merchandise as well as in maintenance; the use of boots can even save your life.