Work Footwear

Work shoes are available in many shapes and have unique features and materials designed for specific occupations and uses. Thick leather boots with steel toe boxes can protect your feet. Boots with varying degrees of traction also are available.

The American Podiatric Medical Association offers the following guide that matches specific occupational hazrds with work footwear:

Hazard

Falling and rolling objects, cuts and punctures

Chemicals, Solvents

Protection

Steel-toe safety shoes; add-on devices: metatarsal guards, metal foot guards, puncture-proof inserts, shin guardsFootwear with synthetic stitching, and made of rubber, vinyl or plastic