Safety Ratings
Choosing the right safety footwear is important. All day comfort is also important however your safety is paramount. It is not just about toe protection , there are many additional levels of protection to think about. Underfoot protection, anti-static, water resistant these are just some you need to consider
A large degree of workplace accidents involve slips and trips so the level of slip resistance should also be considered in your job role. Make sure you choose footwear that has the correct level of protection for your industry be it warehouse, electrician, driver, hospitality or heavy construction.
Our safety footwear has been manufactured in accordance with CE EN 20345:2011 standards. The safety ratings below are a guide to choosing the correct footwear for your job requirement. The rating for each style is clearly marked on all footwear. It is always advisable that a risk assessment is carried out in order to achieve the correct rating required.
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SAFETY RATINGS CE EN20345:2011
SB
Basic safety protection
200 joule toe cap
SBP
Basic safety protection
200 joule toe cap
Penetration resistant midsole
S1
200 joule toe cap
Closed seat region
Anti-static Energy absorptio
S1P
200 joule toe cap
Closed seat region
Anti-static Energy absorption
Penetration Resistant Midsole.
S2
200 joule toe cap
Closed seat region
Anti-static Energy absorption
Water absorption.
S3
200 joule toe cap
Closed seat region
Anti-static Energy absorption
Penetration resistant midsole
Water absorption and penetration resistant
Cleated outsole
S4
200 joule toe cap
All rubber or all polymeric anti-static footwear
Energy absorption
S5
200 joule toe cap
All rubber or all polymeric anti-static footwear
Energy absorption
Penetration resistant midsole
Cleated outsole
ADDITIONAL SAFETY CATEGORY RATINGS
A
Anti-static
AN
Ankle Protection
C
Conductive Footwear
CI
Cold Insulation
CR
Cut Resistant Upper
E
Heel Energy Absorption
ESD
Electro-static Dissipative
FO
Fuel & Oil Resistant Outsole
HI
Heat Insulation of Outsole Complex
HRO
Heat Resistant Outsole to 300o C
M
Metatarsal Protection
P
Penetration Resistant Midsole
WR
Water Resistant
WRU
Water Penetration Resistant Upper
SLIP RESISTANCE
SRA
Footwear is tested on clay tiles with sodium lauryl sulphate solution and meets a minimum Coefficient (CoF) of Friction of 0.32 tested flat & CoF 0.28 tested at the heel.
SRB
Footwear is tested on stainless steel with a glycerol solution and meets a CoF of 0.18 tested flat & 0.13 tested at the heel.
SRC
Footwear indicates both SRA & SRB are met.