Good advice when choosing safety shoes and work shoes

Choose the correct work footwear for the job

• check Use footwear with toe cap if your work requires it
• check Use footwear with a protective midsole if your work requires it
• check Use footwear that provides extra protection if your work requires it

Examples of extra protection

	Wear caused by kneeling Choose footwear with extra toe reinforcement of the upper (ProNose).
	Heat Choose footwear that is HI or HRO approved.
	Cold Choose footwear that is CI approved and/or has winter lining.
	Moisture Choose footwear with a waterproof membrane
	Static electricity Select footwear that is ESD approved. Read more about ESD here

Minimise the risk of twist injuries, sprains and fractures around the ankle

• check Use footwear that provides good support around the ankle
• check Shoes must be properly tied
• check The heel cap must be firm and fit to the heel
• check A good inlay sole can stabilise the foot and prevent twist injuries

Minimise the risk of sprains, abrasions and fractures around the feet

• check Use footwear with a toe cap
• check Use footwear with a protective midsole
• check The heel cap should be firm and must fit the heel
• check A good inlay sole can stabilise the foot and prevent twist injuries