The importance of protecting the foot - the type and use of safety shoes

There are enough people to have a root and a building with a base. The foot is the foundation of the human body, especially when standing, walking, running, and jumping. The role of the foot is very prominent. Therefore, the importance of the foot cannot be ignored. The foot is the most distal part of the human body. It can reflect the function of the organs and microcirculation of the human body. At the same time, it is the body's movement organ. It is also a weight-bearing organ that bears all the weight of the human body and reflects the human body's mental outlook. The Ministry is called the second heart of the human body. We walk with our feet every day, so our feet must be protected.

Classification of foot protection equipment

1 , safety shoes

Multifunctional safety shoes

2 , non-slip shoes

3 , insulated boots

Insulation shoes

4 , cold boots

5 , fire boots

6 , high temperature protective boots

7 , dust socks, etc.

The importance of foot protection and how to choose safety shoes

At work, the injuries to the feet can be grouped into the following types:

Impact, impact, or a heavy or sharp object falling on the foot may cause the foot to be pierced, which can cause the foot to be greatly injured. In general, workers in these environments must wear safety footwear to increase comfort while reducing risk and improving work efficiency.

1. Handling of heavy objects that may fall (such as luggage, cumbersome tools, etc.) must wear safety footwear with impact or impact protection.

2. The work may encounter some sharp objects such as nails, screws, metal sharp rings for scratching, etc.; it is required to wear high-piercing safety shoes.

3. In some working environments, the ground is relatively humid and has oil stains. If non-skid floors are used for work, it is required to wear safety shoes with excellent anti-slip performance. Experts estimate that wearing non-skid safety shoes can reduce the chance of accidents by half and save costs.

4. For the special job of electric power workers, special types of insulated safety boots must be used.

5. Extreme Temperature Injuries - In extreme hot or cold working conditions, the feet may be burned or frostbite. So wear special footwear too.

Safety shoe type

Safety shoe soles are generally made of one-time injection molding of polyurethane material, which has the advantages of oil resistance, puncture-proof, puncture resistance, abrasion resistance, acid and alkali resistance, insulation, waterproof, and light weight. Wear 2-3 times better than ordinary rubber soles. It is light weight, soft, and weighs only 50%-60% of the rubber base.

Different safety shoes have different functions and different application ranges:

• Protect toe safety shoes: The safety performance of the inner toe cap is AN1 grade, applicable to metallurgy, mining, forestry, port, loading and unloading, quarrying, machinery, construction, petroleum, chemical industry and so on.

• Anti-piercing safety shoes: The anti-piercing strength is Class 1 , which is suitable for mining, firefighting, construction, forestry, cold work and machinery industries.

• Electrically insulating shoes: suitable for electricians, electronic operators, cable installers, transformer installers, etc. Matters needing attention: Suitable for work frequency below 1KV operating environment, working environment should be able to keep the upper dry. Avoid contact with sharps, high temperatures, and corrosive substances. Corrosion damage is not allowed on the bottom.

• Anti-static safety shoes: It can eliminate the accumulation of static electricity in the human body and is suitable for flammable workplaces, such as gas station operators and liquefied gas filling workers.

Safety shoes precautions

Matters needing attention: prohibit the use of insulating shoes;

Wearing anti-static shoes should not be worn at the same time thick wool insulation stockings or use of insulating insoles; anti-static shoes should also be used in conjunction with anti-static clothing; anti-static shoes generally do not exceed 200 hours should be tested once the shoe resistance, if the resistance is not Within the specified range, it cannot be used as an anti-static shoe.

Acid and alkali-resistant safety shoes: Suitable for electroplating workers, pickling workers, electrolysis workers, liquid handlers, and chemical operators.

Matters needing attention: acid and alkali shoes can only be applied to the general low concentration of acid and alkali workplaces; should avoid contact with high temperatures, sharp shoe uppers or shoe sole leakage; wear after use of water to wash shoes on the acid-base liquid, and then Dry to avoid direct sunlight or drying.

Safety shoes selection and use

( 1 ) In addition to the type of protective footwear that must be selected according to the operating conditions, it is important to wear a protective footwear that is comfortable to wear. This is important. Carefully select the appropriate protective footwear number.

( 2 ) The protective shoes must have a non-slip design, not only to protect people's feet from harm, but also to prevent accidents caused by the operator being slipped.

( 3 ) All kinds of protective footwear with different performances must achieve the technical indicators of their respective protective performance, such as the toe is not injured, the sole is not stabbed, and the insulation is conductive. But protective shoes are not everything.

( 4 ) Carefully check or test before using protective shoes. In electrical and acid-base operations, damaged and cracked protective shoes are dangerous.

( 5 ) After the protective shoes are used, they should be properly kept. After the rubber shoes are used, they should be washed with clean water or disinfectant and dried to prolong the service life . Selection and use of protective protective shoes

( 1 ) In addition to the selection of a suitable type of protective footwear according to the operating conditions, the protective footwear should also fit well and be comfortable to wear. This is very important. Carefully select the appropriate racing shoes.

( 2 ) The protective shoes must have a non-slip design, not only to protect people's feet from harm, but also to prevent accidents caused by the operator being slipped.

Some of the information in this article comes from the Internet and is reorganized and edited by China Rescue Equipment Network.