Footwear is an important part of personal protective equipment (PPE). Different tasks require different footwear.
In general, worker footwear:
(1) should be sturdy
(2) should have toe protection
(3) must be cared for
Risks assessment:
(1) crushing impact from falling or moving materials
(2) penetration
(3) hot or cold materials (thermal)
(4) corrosive materials
(5) electricity
(6) static electricity
(7) slip risk
(8) water
Need
Required PPE
crush injury to toes
toe guard (steel or plastic toe boots)
crush injuries to mid-foot
metatarsal guard
thermal injury
leggings over lower legs and feet, temperature resistant soles and materials
slip risk
anti-slip soles
puncture from below
metal insoles
electricity
nonconductive
static electricity
conductive (must be removed when task complete)
molten metal
foundry shoes (with coverings for shoe eyelets, tongues, etc)
water
waterproof
corrosive chemicals
chemical-resistant materials
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Specialty: Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation
