Lucas Safety Boots – Safety boot standards

There are different standards for safety boots. Below are some of the key standards:

  1. ISO20345: International standard for safety footwear. It specifies requirements such as resistance to impact, puncture resistance, slip resistance, and electrical hazard protection
  2. ASTM International: American Society for Testing Materials
    ANSI: American National Standards Institute. Applicable for USA.
    It adopts ASTM standards. For example, ASTM F241,
    this defines performance requirements for safety toe in the U.S.A
  3. OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration. OSHA requires that protective footwear in workplaces comply with ASTM F2413 and other recognized standards to protect against hazards like impact, compression, and electrical risks
  4. EN ISO 20345:2022: It is European standard for safety. CE marking means compliance with EU regulations
  5. IS 15298 (Part 1 & 2): It is Indian standard for safety boots. This standard is based on ISO 20345 and specifies requirements for protective footwear.
  6. GB 21148-2007: This is national standard for safety footwear in China
  7. CSA: Canadian Standard Association: CSA Z195-14
  8. AS/NZS (Australian/New Zealand Standard): AS/NZS 2210.3:2019
    Key Features and Protections:
    Toe Protection: Typically provided by steel, composite, or aluminum toe cap to protect against impact and compression.
    Puncture Resistance: A midsole made of materials like steel or Kevlar to protect against sharp objects.
    Slip Resistance: Outsoles designed to provide better traction on slippery surfaces.
    Electrical Hazard Protection: Insulation to protect against electrical shocks.
    Metatarsal Protection: Additional protection for the metatarsal bones on the top of the foot.
    Water Resistance: Protection against water penetration.
    Chemical Resistance: Protection against exposure to hazardous chemicals.

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