Safety Footwear

Changes to legislation in recent years mean that PPE (including safety boots and footwear) is provided by the employer at no cost to the worker. But with such an abundance of safety footwear on the market, it can be a daunting task working out exactly what you need and which products meet the requirements of the tasks involved. When selecting footwear, you need to take into account a range of factors.  Firstly, consider the safety features and legal conformity; secondly there is comfort and durability; thirdly, as with any purchase, cost is always important. For many people the look and style of the boot/shoe are also key and lastly the materials of construction may be important to you too.  Even the HSE suggest that the final decision may have to be a compromise but before selecting any safety footwear you should always refer to a recent risk assessment for the workplace you are going to work in.