Safety shoes can be classified into multiple types based on their characteristics and uses to meet different industrial environments and operational requirements. The following is a detailed summary of the types of safety shoes, standard performance testing methods, service life, maintenance methods, and differences between safety shoes and protective shoes:

Types of safety shoes

According to industrial demand classification:

PVC protective safety shoes

Outdoor sports safety shoes

Regular safety shoes

Insulated safety shoes

Miner safety shoes

Chemical resistant safety shoes

Anti slip cover safety shoes

Sports safety shoes

Oil resistant mining safety shoes

Warm and safe shoes, etc

According to the classification of shoe soles:

Polyurethane materials can be molded in one go, including various types such as oil resistance, wear resistance, acid and alkali resistance, insulation, waterproofing, and lightweight.

According to the functional classification of safety shoes:

Toe protection and anti smashing shoes: prevent objects from hitting the top of the feet and toes.

Insulated shoes: reduce the risk of electric shock, with voltage withstand ranges of 20kV, 6kV, and 5kV.

Anti static and conductive shoes: prevent accidents caused by static electricity on the human body, suitable for specific work environments.

Steel shoes and shoe covers: prevent burns caused by molten metal splashes.

Rubber boots: including acid and alkali resistant boots, waterproof boots, oil resistant shoes, etc.

Cold proof shoes: suitable for working in extremely cold and low-temperature environments.

Standard performance testing method for safety shoes

Baotou impact resistance performance: Conduct impact tests using steel impact hammers of specified weight.

Puncture resistance: Pierce the sole of the shoe at a certain speed through a test nail and record the required force.

Anti static performance: Measure the resistance value inside the shoe. Conductive shoes and anti-static shoes have different requirements.

Thermal insulation performance: Place the shoe sample on a sand bath pot and measure the temperature increase of the insole.

Heel performance: Test the ability of the heel to absorb energy.

Anti slip performance: Test the anti slip coefficient of the shoe sole.

Acid and alkali resistance function: Test the performance changes of shoes in acidic and alkaline environments.

Shelf life and maintenance methods of safety shoes

Usage period: generally not exceeding 6 months, and needs to be replaced in a timely manner according to wear and tear.

Maintenance method:

Regularly clean without using solvents as cleaning agents.

Regularly clean the soles of the shoes to avoid the accumulation of dirt.

Do not arbitrarily modify the structure of safety shoes.

Store in a cool, dry, and well ventilated place.

Choose the right safety shoes for different occasions.

The difference between safety shoes and protective shoes

Although safety shoes and protective shoes have many similarities, according to national standards GB21148-2007 and GB21147-2007, there are differences between the two in terms of impact resistance and pressure resistance. Safety shoes usually perform better than protective shoes in these aspects, so suitable footwear should be selected according to specific needs in practical applications.