Spring / summer safety shoes

Safety shoes are essential accessories for the worker (Personal Protective Equipment). Whether he works in a covered environment or in an outdoor environment, the risks that the worker incurs are of various kinds and deserve that they be apprehended so that his safety is ensured, especially at the level of the feet. The worker's productivity and efficiency can only be at the top if he is aware that he can work in complete safety without being threatened by slips or splashes of products as well as contact with surfaces that may be hot or corrosive.

Choose the right safety shoes - protective clothing at work for men and women

Although the choice of safety shoes is above all a matter of personal taste, it must be taken into account that the weight of the body is entirely supported by the feet. It is therefore essential that the shoe design conforms to the morphology of the worker so that the shoe does not become a source of additional problems.

The safety shoes presented on the Oxwork website are selected from among the most emblematic brands to ensure maximum comfort and efficiency for the user. It is true that the most obvious preferences in terms of safety footwear relate to the lightest and most comfortable items.

We are well aware that wearing ill-fitting shoes causes unsteady movements – even discomfort in moving around – and often pain in the soles of the feet. It is necessary to make the most judicious choice so that the shoe that must be worn for long hours of work is not the cause of ailments that can hinder performance of the task.

To choose the safety shoes that are best able to meet the requirements of the work you do, you must refer to the different standards that govern this type of item. For example, the ISO 20345 standard classifies work shoes into different categories. It's up to you to choose the one that best suits the type of activity you do. The S1 standard meets the requirements of indoor activities while the S2 standard meets the requirements of outdoor activities.

Features of summer safety shoes

Summer safety shoes must be able to ensure good breathability and coolness of the feet. Standardized EN ISO 20345, they are fitted with a protective toe that can withstand energies of 200 joules and pressure stresses of at least 15 kN for prevent the risk of crushing.

Summer safety shoes are always lighter and comfortable than models S2, S3, S4 or S5. Indeed, some models of summer shoes do not have a metal part; and others may have heat insulation functionality in the soles.

Rising safety shoes

Safety Jogger Shark S3 work shoes provide ideal protection your feet. Highly resistant to water, oils and shocks, they are designed without metal. Its non-slip soles are also anti-perforation and the shoe has a lightweight carbon shell.

The strong point of this other model is its breathability, enhanced by a zip opening. Its technomesh lining provides exceptional comfort and the shoe is suitable for various activities and not only for a given sector. The hybrid insole allows great air circulation and good shock absorption. Exceptionally light, its weight is only 625 g.

The Lemaitre S3 Hegoa SRC safety shoe is also designed without metal parts. Leather shoe, it is breathable and has a polycarbonate shell resistant to 200 joules. Ideal for work, as the shoe provides comfort and safety.

Antistatic footwear, chemically inert, energy absorption takes place through the heel. The sole is puncture resistant. Ultra-light and ultra-flexible, the shoe has a waterproof, breathable and antibacterial membrane.

Low safety shoes

The Safety Jogger Brio S2 SRC safety shoes are particularly recommended in the kitchen. Lightweight, yet they provide effective protection for your feet. Their lightweight carbon shell is resistant to 200 joules and the shoes have no metal parts. Well suited to the humid environment of the kitchen, they have non-slip soles and your feet benefit from good ventilation. Its weight of 425 gui does not cause any discomfort for long hours of standing.