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Standard S4: safety shoes

Standard safety shoe; S1, S1p, S2, S3, and S4

Some areas of activity require the wearing of PPE such as safety shoes. However, the choice of these depends on many factors. Indeed, the risks and constraints related to each profession involve specific requirements in terms of safety (protective toe cap, antistatic sole, etc.), each of the standards have specific characteristics, so there are safety shoes to be preferred according to your needs. need and your profession.

The EN ISO 20345 standard corresponds to safety shoes, the EN 20345 standard is divided into four main categories, each with its own specificities:S1, S1P,S2, S3, and S4, it is the latter that we will discuss.

Protect your feet with certification: EN ISO 20345 class 4

First of all, it should be noted that there are currently two main standards for work-shoes for professional use: the EN ISO 20345 standard and the EN ISO 20347 standard. Only the EN ISO 20345 certification refers to safety shoes. This certifies at least the presence of a shell / protective toe cap on the shoe, the latter having undergone tests to ensure resistance to an energy shock / pressure of 200 joules. According to this standard, there are six classifications determining the use for which safety shoes are intended. These six levels are S1, S1P, S2, S3, S4 and S5.

Here we will focus on S4 safety shoes which corresponds to suitable safety shoes for professional use in humid environments. S4 certified boots are designed to protect workers from crushing hazards. They are intended for employees working in a very humid environment and in contact with hydrocarbons or mineral oils.

Characteristics of men's and women's S4-standard safety shoes

EN ISO 20345/S4 standard safety shoes have the following characteristics:

  • Antistatic and non-slip properties
  • Shock absorption in the heel area
  • Hydrocarbon and oil resistant sole
  • Toe cap
  • Water Resistance
  • Resistance to penetration
  • Water-repellent upper
  • Rear closed

In addition, any EN ISO 20345-standard shoe must meet one of these criteria:

  • SRA: non-slip sole on ceramic tiles covered with detergent
  • SRB: non-slip sole on steel floor covered with glycerol
  • SRC : non-slip sole

Depending on the work environment, safety shoes may have other characteristics. Therefore, a safety shoe may have one or more additional standards. All shoes characterized by a standard have undergone numerous tests.

Such as the following standards:

WR: this standard certifies that the entire shoe is resistant to water penetration

WRU: this standard certifies that the material of the upper of the shoe is water resistant, water will have difficulty penetrating the upper, however water can pass through the bites assembly of parts.

Jobs requiring S4 shoes

Safety shoes, safety boots and safety trainers certified EN ISO 20345/S4 are suitable for building trades structural work and finishing work. They are also ideal for landscapers, chemical workers, farmers and outdoor workers. Each of the shoes offered by the manufacturers have undergone numerous tests to confirm their level of safety.

To ensure optimal protection, it is strongly recommended to wear safety shoes, and an outfit adapted to your needs and your profession. For a complete outfit you need a jacket, suitable pants and for certain professions additional equipment such as gloves, helmets, glasses. Oxwork supports you in your professional environment and offers you a wide range of products. A question ? Need help ? Do not hesitate to contact our customer service. Are you still hesitating to make your choice? Head over to the verified review area and find additional feedback from our satisfied customers.