Safety Shoes, Boots and Work Footwear

Safety shoes and work footwear

Footwear is the PPE worn for the whole shift: it must protect, but also be comfortable, otherwise it gets swapped for unsuitable shoes. In this category you will find safety shoes, boots, wellingtons, sandals and clogs, as well as socks and insoles. Each product page shows the class and certification codes, and in the list you can filter by standard.

EN ISO 20345 or EN ISO 20347

EN ISO 20345 covers safety footwear, with a toe cap that withstands a 200 joule impact: these are true safety shoes. EN ISO 20347 covers occupational footwear without a toe cap, identified by the O classes (OB, O1, O2, O4), for people not exposed to the risk of toe crushing.

Safety classes under the 2022 version

SB: basic requirements with toe cap; S1: adds a closed heel, antistatic properties and heel energy absorption.
S1P: S1 with anti-penetration midsole; S2: S1 with an upper that resists water penetration.
S3: S2 with anti-penetration midsole and cleated outsole, the most common class on construction sites.
S3S and S1PS: non-metallic PS-type anti-penetration midsole; S3L with a PL-type midsole.
S7: S3 with fully waterproof footwear; S4 and S5: polymer boots, S5 with midsole and cleated outsole.

Which footwear for which environment

Industry, logistics and workshops: low-cut safety shoes.
Construction sites, uneven ground and outdoor work: safety boots.
Agriculture, food processing and washdown: PVC and PU wellingtons.
Warm indoor environments and ESD areas: safety sandals and clogs.
Work without crushing risk: work footwear without toe cap.
All-shift comfort: work socks and insoles for safety shoes.

Sizes and supplies for your business

Every product page shows stock by size in our Milan warehouse and in the European warehouse, with the next arrival date for items being restocked. Items in stock in Milan ship within 24/48 working hours, shipping is free over €150 + VAT and orders ship complete. To equip whole teams you can request a quote from the website.

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What is the difference between S1P and S3 safety shoes?

Both have a toe cap and anti-penetration midsole; S3 adds an upper that resists water penetration and a cleated outsole, suited to construction sites and outdoor work.

What does S3S mean on safety shoes?

Under EN ISO 20345:2022 it indicates S3 footwear with a non-metallic PS-type anti-penetration midsole, tested with a thinner nail than the PL type.

Is a steel or composite toe cap better?

Both withstand a 200 joule impact. Composite is lighter, non-magnetic and transmits less cold; steel is less bulky for the same protection.

What is the difference between antistatic and ESD footwear?

Antistatic footwear dissipates the wearer's charges within a wide range; ESD footwear to EN 61340-5-1 has a narrower range, required in areas with sensitive electronic components.

How often should safety shoes be replaced?

When the sole is worn or coming away, the toe cap is exposed or deformed, the upper is torn, or after a significant impact on the toe. The frequency depends on use and environment.

Can I order shoes in different sizes for the whole team?

Yes, add the quantities for each size to your basket, checking stock on the product page; the order ships complete. For team supplies you can request a quote.