Safety ClassificationsUpdated 4 months ago

Safety Classifications:

• Safety Classifications:

  
  Please Note: Safety footwear comes in different standards, each with its own set of features and protections. After SB, the standards feature all the SB basics, but have extra protection or features.

  1. SB - Safety Basics: This is the most basic level of safety footwear. It must have toe protection that can withstand a strong impact. You might see other symbols alongside SB, like SB-FO, which means it has the basic toe protection plus resistance to fuel and oil.
  2. SBP - Safety Basics with Protection: Just like SB, but it also has a plate in the sole (usually made of steel or composite material) to prevent things from piercing through the sole and hurting your foot.
  3. S1 - Safety Plus: S1 shoes are anti-static, resist fuel and oil, and have cushioning in the heel. You can add more codes, like S1-HI, which means it's insulated against heat.
  4. S1P - Safety Plus with Protection: This is like S1, but with that sole plate for extra protection.
  5. S2 - Safety Plus Water-Resistant: S2 footwear has all the safety features of S1 but is also designed to resist water soaking through the upper part of the shoe.
  6. S3 - Safety Plus with Even More Protection: S3 has the same safety features as S2, plus a sole that protects against piercing.
  7. S4 - Waterproof Safety: These boots offer protection similar to S1 but are made of waterproof materials. Think of them as safety rain boots.
  8. S5 - Ultimate Safety: S5 gives you everything from S4 plus the sole protection.