Safety FootwearWear and Care Program

Working Person Store

Program Overview

● Safety Footwear Features● Fit and Selection● Footwear Maintenance● Foot Care and Prevention

Safety Features

● Safety Toe Guards● Metatarsal Guards● Ratings

○ Electrical Hazard○ Electro Static Dissipating

● Soles

OSHA Standard

● The employer shall ensure that each affected employee wears protective footwear when working in areas where there is a danger of foot injuries due to falling or rolling objects or objects piercing the sole

● Such equipment shall comply with American National Standards Institute (ANSI), ANSI Z-41-1991, “American National Standard for Personal Protection-Protective Footwear” [62 FR 40141, July 15,1997]

ANSI Standards

Metatarsal Guards

● Guards Can Be Attached○ Internally○ Externally

● Protects Upper Foot and Toe Area from

Potential “Drop” Hazards

Electrical Hazard

● Tested by an independent lab● Withstand applications of 14,000 volts (V) at 60

Hertz (Hz) for one minute with leakage in excess of 3.0 milliamperes (mA)

● Can Protect the wearer against open circuits up to 600 V or less under dry conditions

WARNING: EH non-conductive footwear is not to be worn near explosives or in other environments requiring conductive footwear

Static Dissipating

● Static Dissipating (SD) Type I must offer electrical resistance between 1 mega ohm to 100 mega ohms

Soles

● Three Measurements○ Slip Resistance○ Wear○ Comfort

Fit and Selection

● Issues of Comfort● Fitting Guidelines● Fitting Tips

Issues of Comfort

● Heat● Moisture● Pressure● Friction● Bacteria

Fitting Guidelines

● Fitting is an art, not an exact science● Every foot is different● Sizing varies between manufacturers

○ One full size equals 1/3 of an inch○ On half size equals 1/6 of an inch

Fitting Tips

● Proper Size● Select to Shape of Foot● Have Both Feet Measured● Fit to the Largest Foot● Fit When Feet Are Most Swollen● Obtain a Good Heel-to-Ball Fit● Stand During the Fitting Process● Avoid Footwear That is Too Tight● Seek a Good Heel Fit● Walk to Ensure a Good Fit

Effects of Aging

● Like the rest of the body, feet change as a person gains and loses weight

● As one ages, feet can get wider, flatter and longer. The fat padding on the foot’s bottom also begins to erode and not be replaced.

Footwear Maintenance

● Four Basic Steps○ Clean○ Waterproof○ Condition○ Keep Them Away From Heat!

Common Ailments

● Heel Pain● Bunions● Corns● Arch Discomfort

Foot Problem Prevention

● There are several ways to alleviate foot problems○ Improve Circulation To Feet

■ Gentle Foot Messages■ Warm Foot Baths■ Raising the Feet■ Stretching

○ Selecting and Wear Quality Footwear

Effective Foot Care

● Keep your feet clean and dry○ Clean between the toes

● Inspect your feet for unusual swelling, sores, and blisters

● Cut toe nails straight across● Wear properly fitted socks made out of

performance fabrics● Wash feet daily