How Do I Choose The Right Work Boots?

Choosing the right work shoe is extremely important, because if your work shoe is not comfortable, it can lead to you not wearing them. With some activities it is anything but safe to work without safety shoes. There are several aspects to consider when choosing a work shoe. You should pay particular attention to what you need and what suits your work situation.

We will help you make the right choice

The model

There are different models when it comes to top work boots, so you can choose from: high and low work shoes and work boots. If you often have to kneel at work, a low model is better, because you have more freedom of movement. A high work shoe offers protection to the ankles and Achilles tendons, so that a cart that bumps into your foot is less likely to damage your ankles. Work boots are rather waterproof and offer protection to your calves. They are suitable for outdoor work and are also nicer to wear during the winter months.

The material

For example, leather work shoes have a longer lifespan and are more breathable. Do you also want to be able to easily clean your work shoes and wear them during damp work? Then choose a safety shoe made of artificial leather or rubber. In addition, rubber work boots are suitable for working with chemicals.

The right class

Now that the choice for the model and material is clear, we start by choosing the class of the work shoe. Safety shoes are divided into classes to determine what they are suitable for. The safety classes range from SB (Safety Base) to S5. There is also an S1P class, which has an anti-perforation sole and which ensures that no sharp objects can enter through the sole. The safety shoe with the S3 standard, for example, is suitable for working outside, because it can withstand water and wet feet. If you work indoors, you are more likely to go for an S1 or S2 class, because they offer more comfort in dry rooms. Always choose the perfect work shoe for your situation, because each class has its own advantages and disadvantages and is suitable for certain circumstances. What every class of work shoe meets is: it absorbs energy in the heel, it is anti-static and it has a safety toe cap.

Heel or flat sole

A work shoe with a heel is suitable for employees who often have to stand on stairs and ladders. That heel gets stuck behind the step, which increases safety a lot. In a job where you are working on the shop floor, a flat sole is much more ideal. This is also because the anti-slip effect is increased with a flat sole, the risk of slipping is then a lot smaller.