If you work in construction or manufacturing - or other fields where high levels of protection are needed - then steel toe boots or shoes are ideal.
You will probably find yourself in one of these three circumstances:
· Your company (or your company's insurance agency) requires you to wear durable footwear with reinforcement in the toe area as protection against injury.
· You are not required to wear this footwear, but you want the added protection that these steel toe boots or shoes provide.
· You have a career in sales or as an inspector that takes you into workplaces that require added protection in footwear.
This article will provide you with the information you need to choose the best steel toe work boots or shoes for your situation.
Tip # 1: Make sure that your work boots or shoes are American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) certified for high standards of protection.
Your footwear should be clearly labeled with its ASTM certification, whether it's stitched onto the shoes or boots themselves or stamped on. This international organization provides voluntary ASTM standards; the organization cannot enforce its standards but many of them have been adopted and enforced by governmental agencies.
In the United States, relevant standards for men's work boots are these: ASTM Standards F 2412-05 and ASTM Standards 2413-05.
Tip #2: Make sure that your men's work boots are a good fit - both on your feet as well as in your particular workplace.
When choosing a pair of boots that will fit you well, focus on the fit of the protective caps first. There are multiple styles and shapes of caps and the key is to select one that is most suited to your feet.
You can often get a great deal on work boots by shopping online, but make sure that you can contact the company to discuss the fit of a particular pair of boots. Choose an online retailer that:
· Sells quality brands
· Offers a toll-free number for you to call
· Provides other ways for you to get information about fit (live chat, an ask the expert section on their website and so forth)
Before making a final decision, make sure that the boots that you choose fit the requirements of your employer. Does the company simply require steel toe boots? Or do you also need to have a heat resistant sole in your boots? Is waterproofing important? You get the idea. Make sure that the boots you order meet the requirements that you need - and also have the features that you want for comfort.
Tip # 3: Choose a high quality pair of steel toe boots or shoes for the ultimate in protection.
Consider how much damage could be done to your feet in an industrial or construction accident - and consider how much that could affect your ability to work and to support yourself and your family. Then, invest appropriately in top quality steel toe work boots.
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