Caring for the feet
February 1st 2008 Safety footwear is essential
for those working in
potentially dangerous
industries such as
construction. For outdoor
work, a good pair of safety
boots will keep the feet
warm, dry and well
supported in the toughest of
conditions.
Such footwear is designed
to offer protection from
falling objects, while steel
toe caps can prevent foot
lacerations, and steel
midsoles offer protection
against upturned nails.
According to statistics
from the HSE, slips and trips
remain the main cause of
serious injuries in the
construction industry. Many
of these injuries could have
been avoided if workers had
been wearing the correct
footwear for the task.
Managers must ensure
that employees are correctly
kitted out. Products such as
Scruffs safety footwear, from
Birchwood Products, can
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