Occupational Footwear

Work footwear without toe cap EN ISO 20347

Not every job requires footwear with a toe cap. When the risk assessment rules out falling objects and toe crushing, certified occupational footwear can be lighter and more flexible, while still offering a durable sole and minimum safety requirements.

What EN ISO 20347 certifies

EN ISO 20347 sets out the requirements for occupational footwear without a toe cap. The main classes are:

• OB: basic requirements for occupational footwear.
• O1: adds a closed heel, antistatic properties and heel energy absorption.

In this category you will find an O1 boot and a suede OB boot.

Who they are for

They are suited to people working in tidy environments without handling heavy loads: site surveys, inspection work, light technical support, reception on the shop floor. In warehouses, workshops or on construction sites, safety footwear with a 200 joule toe cap is required instead.

Choosing wisely

If you are unsure about the risk level, check with your health and safety manager before buying. For work with impact risk, see safety shoes; to complete your kit there are work socks. The full range is in work footwear.