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SAFETY RATINGS

Understanding Workwear Safety Ratings: Your Guide to Staying Protected on the Job:
In 2022, the EN ISO 20345 standard for safety footwear underwent significant updates. Key changes include stricter slip resistance testing on ceramic tiles, updated marking codes, and new classifications like S6 and S7 for enhanced waterproofing and durability. Understanding these updates ensures you're choosing gear that meets the latest safety benchmarks.

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SAFETY RATINGS - 2022

SB

  • Safety toe cap protection only
  • 200 joule toe cap & 15 KN compression force

S1

  • Footwear made entirely from leather and other materials
  • 200 joule toe cap
  • Anti-static
  • Energy absorption of the seat region

S2

As S1 plus:

  • WPA (Water penetration & absorption)

S3

As S2 plus:

  • Metal insert penetration protection (No less than 1100N penetration value)
  • Cleated outsole

S3L

As S2 plus:

  • Non-metal insert penetration protection (No less than 1100N penetration value)
  • Cleated outsole

S3S

As S2 plus:

  • Non-metal insert penetration protection (Average protection no less than 1100N penetration value)
  • Cleated outsole

S4

As SB plus:

  • Upper material of all Rubber
  • Closed Heel Area
  • Anti-static
  • Energy absorption of the seat region

S5

As S4 plus:

  • Metal insert penetration protection (No less than 1100N penetration value)
  • Cleated outsole

S5L

As S4 plus:

  • Non-metal insert penetration protection (No less than 1100N penetration value)
  • Cleated outsole

S5S

As S4 plus:

  • Non-metal insert penetration protection (Average protection no less than 1100N penetration value)
  • Cleated outsole

S6

As S2 plus:

  • WR (Water resistant footwear/waterproof membrane)

S7

As S3 plus:

  • WR (Water resistant footwear/waterproof membrane)
  • Metal insert penetration protection (No less than 1100N penetration value)

S7L

As S3 plus:

  • WR (Water resistant footwear/waterproof membrane)
  • Non-metal insert penetration protection (No less than 1100N penetration value)

S7S

As S3 plus:

  • WR (Water resistant footwear/waterproof membrane)
  • Non-metal insert penetration protection (Average protection no less than 1100N penetration value)

SAFETY CATEGORIES - 2022

A

Anti-static

AN

Ankle Protection

C

Conductive Footwear

CI

Cold Insulation

CR

Cut Resistant Upper

E

Heel Energy Absorption

FO

Fuel Oil Resistant Outsole

HI

Heat Insulation of Outsole Complex

HRO

Heat Resistant Outsole to 300° C
Shall withstand 300°C for 60 seconds

LG

Ladder Grip

M

Metatarsal Protection
Protection up to 100J impact

P

Metal Insert Penetration Resistance
Lowest penetration value no less than 1100N

PL

Non-Metal Insert Penetration Resistance
Lowest penetration value no less than 1100N

PS

Non-Metal Insert Penetration Resistance
Average penetration value no less than 1100N

SC

Scuff Cap Abrasion

SR

Slip Resistance
Replaces SRA SRB SRC ratings

WR

Water Resistant
Waterproof membrane

WPA

Water Penetration And Absorption
Water resistant and breathable

SAFETY RATINGS - 2011

SB

  • Basic safety protection
  • 200 joule toe cap

SBP

  • Basic safety protection
  • 200 joule toe cap
  • Penetration resistant midsole

S1

  • 200 joule toe cap
  • Closed seat region
  • Anti-static Energy absorption

S1P

  • 200 joule toe cap
  • Closed seat region
  • Anti-static Energy absorption
  • Penetration Resistant Midsole.

S2

  • 200 joule toe cap
  • Closed seat region
  • Anti-static Energy absorption
  • Water absorption.

S3

  • 200 joule toe cap
  • Closed seat region
  • Anti-static Energy absorption
  • Penetration resistant midsole
  • Water absorption and penetration resistant
  • Cleated outsole

S4

  • 200 joule toe cap
  • All rubber or all polymeric anti-static footwear
  • Energy absorption

S5

  • 200 joule toe cap
  • All rubber or all polymeric anti-static footwear
  • Energy absorption
  • Penetration resistant midsole
  • Cleated outsole

SAFETY CATEGORIES - 2011

A

Anti-static

AN

Ankle Protection

C

Conductive Footwear

CI

Cold Insulation

CR

Cut Resistant Upper

E

Heel Energy Absorption

ESD

Electro-static Dissipative

FO

Fuel & Oil Resistant Outsole

HI

Heat Insulation of Outsole Complex

HRO

Heat Resistant Outsole to 300o C

M

Metatarsal Protection

P

Penetration Resistant Midsole

WR

Water Resistant

WRU

Water Penetration Resistant Upper