High Safety Boots Wellingtons

Anti-Slip Sole
A crucial aspect of a safety boot, a slip-resistant sole is designed to give the wearer a greater grip on slippery surfaces. The outsole of any safety boot must provide a degree of slip-resistance to conform with European safety footwear standards EN IS0 20345.

Cushioned Midlayer
The midlayer of a safety boot provides extra comfort by adding an element of shock-absorption, but it is also important as it holds the boot’s shank. The shank may not look like a very technical component, but this small piece of material allows the boot to flex in the correct way, reducing foot fatigue and increasing stability.

Anti-Penetration Protective Midsole
Boot Components - midsole (V12 Footwear)Sitting between the midlayer and the insole, the anti-penetration midsole offers underfoot protection from sharp objects. To meet this standard the footwear must be able to resist a penetration force of 1100 Newtons. Protective midsoles can be steel, but many wearers opt for composite midsoles as they are lighter and don’t conduct the heat or cold.

Anti-Fatigue Comfort Insoles
Comfort and safety aren’t separate things. In fact, they are very much interlinked. An uncomfortable and unsupported foot can be a distraction, which can easily lead to a loss of safety focus. Furthermore, lack of support can lead to foot pain such as Plantar Fasciitis and joint misalignment, which can cause knee, hip and back problems.

Protective Toecap
Perhaps the most well-known of safety features, the toecap is a mandatory feature of a safety boot. To conform with EN ISO 20345, the toecap must be able to withstand a 200 Joule impact. Like protective midsoles, toecaps can be made from steel as well as non-metal materials such as composite. You can focus on the job without worrying about your feet.