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Find Steel Toe Cap Safety Boots heavy? No more!

Despite the high level of protection that they offer, a lot of people prefer not to use steel toe cap boots because of their weight. Yes, some models are particularly heavy around the toe region and can be quite uncomfortable if your work requires you to move around frequently. But now, most leading footwear brands offer high quality lightweight steel toe cap safety boots that offer the same level of protection as some of their heavier predecessors.

Yes, designed for stringent work environments that require frequent movement of the feet, these light weight steel toe cap safety boots are perfect for hunting expeditions and scouting too!

Moisture absorbing insoles

These work boots are lined with soft moisture absorbing material that will keep your feet dry even after a long and sweaty day at work. This is extremely beneficial for the feet as it does not allow odour causing bacteria to thrive. Also, it’s a trekker’s delight as most trekking and hiking trips have routes with water.

Protection for Toes

Special lightweight steel toe cap safety boots that have been tested and passed ASTM standards for providing protection from impact and compression are used to line these work boots. Apart from being impact resistant they are also electricity resistant.

Perfect protection in extreme weather conditions

Steel toe cap safety boots are made from highly durable insulated material that offer protection from extreme weather conditions be it heat or cold. This makes them perfect replicas for specialized winter hiking boots.

Light weight, water proof, moisture absorbing; weather resistant. What more can one ask for?

While it is always advisable to try your safety shoes before you buy them, on-line shopping websites have made it possible for you to shop from the comfort of your home.

Newforestfootwear.com is one such on-line footwear store that has an impressive catalogue of safety footwear. Be it work boots, safety boots or steel toe capped boots, you will find it all at impressive rates.

Here at New Forest Footwear we have a wide range of Mens and Ladies Safety boots and safety shoes available from our website!

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Orthotic Work Boots ? The Next Generation of Safety Boots

The foot is all of 26 extremely sensitive and fragile bones, 19 of which make up the toes and the adjoining metatarsals. Even the slightest impact or heavy object falling on it can damage it. Not to forget that any injury will probably render you immobile for quite a long time. Have you ever thought of this? Most people haven’t. Hence, the safety of the foot is probably the last thing on the minds of people as they go about their daily chores around the home or workplace.

While even an ordinary pair of work boots should suffice, it usually lacks the flexibility and the comfort that ordinary shoes offer and hence, safety boots are not preferred by everyone…But Orthotic work boots are different.

They have all the benefits of safety boots minus the problems that are usually associated with them.

Let’s take a closer look at them.

What are orthotic work boots?

Orthotics are insoles that are designed to help reduce fatigue, pain and injuries that the feet undergo despite using safety boots. When inserted inside work boots, orthotics can help maintain proper balance, reduce strain on the spine, help prevent lower back pain, enhance flexibility, ease movement and also help in creating the perfect alignment of the spinal cord and the pelvis.

Types of Orthotics

Depending on the nature and severity of your work, you can choose from different types of orthotics. There is superflex, sportsflex, cushionflex and safetyflex to choose from. Each one of these have their own share of benefits to offer. Features range from biomechanical support to complete and comprehensive protection from injury.

The safetyflex orthotic when used in your work boot will offer cushion for the feet if you have to stand at work all day.

Where to buy quality work boots?

If you are looking for high quality safety boots that will be adept to the rigorous challenges you face at work each day, then log on to www.lawnbowlingshoes.co.uk

Remember we stock a wide range of Womens Safety Boots & Mens Safety Boots

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Steel Toe Cap Safety Boots for construction workers

If you look at a construction site from a safety perspective, you will see a booby trap filled minefield! There’s a potential accident waiting to happen at every corner. And that’s precisely the reason why construction site workers are meant to use precise safety gear according to employment laws.

There is a special emphasis on safety boots for construction site workers. Lined with toughened steel toe caps, these work boots offer complete protection from cutting, crushing, and tripping hazards which are common at such places.

Apart from this work boots also help prevent long term health problems such as lower back strain as they help maintain correct posture and also prevent strains and sprains.

If you are a newbie at a construction site, then you cannot waltz into a footwear store and buy a pair of safety boots just like that. It?s not like walking into a Reebok store and buying a pair of running shoes.

So here is a list of things that you must check before you buy a pair of steel toe cap safety boots.

  • Check the fit of the shoe. A good pair of safety boots will do a lot more than just protect your toes from falling objects. It helps maintain posture.
  • It should fit firmly at the heel and have ample room for toe movement.
  • If you buy leather safety boots, then it will be slightly rigid. If you prefer something flexible, then opt for hybrid material that combines nylon with leather and are easier to use.
  • If your work involves wading through ankle deep water, then emphasize on waterproof shoes that prevent water from seeping inside your shoe.
  • Ankle support is a must.
  • Never opt for high heeled work boots as they only increase the risk of injury.
  • Rather than walking into a brick and mortar store, check online. There are some excellent online footwear stores that offer great deals on safety boots.

Newforestfootwear.com is one such store that has a wide range of safety boots, boat shoes, hiking boots and more. Check out Newforestfootwear.com today for some great deals on work boots.

Here at New Forest Footwear we have a wide range of Men’s and Ladies Steel toe cap safety boots available from our website!

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DIY Guy? You need Safety Boots at home too!

A lot of people love to do chores around the house themselves. Be it simple gardening, a little carpentering or even advanced tasks like laying large paving blocks, creating a garden path and more. I am a bit of DIY guy myself. What prompted me to write this article though, is the lack of specialized safety equipment usage by DIY people at home. Just because you are working at home does not really mean that you will not require specialized safety equipment. Prevention is always better than cure and hence, you must use safety gear. Be it proper clothing, accessories or safety footwear. On more occasions that one, I have seen people doing potentially risky tasks wearing trainers or shoes.

Trainers?

Come on! You have to do better than that. If you do not want to opt for high end steel toe cap boots and feel that they are not really required, then you must at least use the basic safety boots or safety shoes while doing your chores.

Why safety boots?

To prevent your toes from being crushed! Ouch! Is that too graphic?

Alright, safety boots or work boots will ensure that your feet are well protected while you go about your chores. Keep in mind that at times, what seems like a reasonable simple task can also go wrong causing damage to your feet.

And any damage or injury on the feet will immobilize you affecting your work as well as social life.

What kind of safety boots are required at home?

That depends on the kind of work that you undertake. For people who do not do anything beyond minor repair works, a basic pair work boots should be fine. But if you undertake potentially risky activity that includes handling heavy machinery then you should opt for steel toe capped safety boots.

You can find a huge variety of safety boots for all kinds of working environments at newforestfootwear.com

That?s not all. They also offer useful information and tips on work boots that give you a keen insight into the functioning of these boots. Check out their collection at www.lawnbowlingshoes.co.uk

Here at New Forest Footwear we have a wide range of Mens and Ladies Steel toe cap safety boots For all your D.I.Y needs!

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Understanding Safety Boots

The human body is an engineering marvel. While the sole and the rest of the part under the feet are designed to experience wear and tear, the upper part of the feet them self are an extremely sensitive and important part of the body.

So, it’s but natural that there are stringent rules regarding the safety of feet in working environments, especially in places like construction sites and factories where there is frequent movement of heavy equipment.

A small mishap or pure bad luck can render your feet unusable for a long time. But not if you have safety boots!

Safety boots also known by several other names like steel toe cap boots or work boots are speciality footwear that are designed to provide optimum protection and comfort to your feet in even the most rigorously testing work environments.

It has a sole plate that ensures that your feet are safeguarded against punctures as well as falling objects. Apart from this, special care is taken to ensure that the design is not uncomfortable for the feet.

The aim is to create a balance between protection and comfort!

Safety boots are a must have if you work or operate in an environment that requires protection for your feet. Made from toughened steel, the steel toe cap will keep your feet safe and sound.

The level of protection that the shoes offer is denoted by certain symbols.

Safety boots that have a class 1 toe cap will have a green triangular symbol whereas safety boots that have class 2 toe cap or a sole that offers protection from punctures will have a yellow triangle.

Safety boots that have protection from electricity have a ohm symbol while those with protection from static electricity have a C shaped Yellow icon.

Newforestfootwear.com is one of the largest manufacturers of safety boots and work boots. They have a large collection of steel toe capped boots that offer optimum protection and are fashionable too. Visit newforestfootwear.com today!

Remember we have a large range of Safety Footwear from heavier site work boots to lighter work boots for those indoor jobs!

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Steel toe cap safety boots and shoes

A safety boot or shoe is essentially an item of footwear that protects the wearer’s feet in hazardous environments. This is achieved with the use of a steel toe cap and steel plate in the sole of the boot. The use of a of a steel toe cap in a safety boot or shoe is to protect the feet from falling objects. The incorporation of a steel plate in the sole is to offer protection from sharp object such as nails that might puncture the boot and cause injury to the feet. The sole unit of a safety boot must be robust and strong. Many are made using dual density rubbers and are oil, acid/chemical resistant and should be non slip. Some offer heat resistance for jobs that involve contact with hot materials for example welding or steel production

Safety boots or shoes are essential in the building industry and on most building sites must be worn at all times. A large number of other work places steel toe cap safety boots are compulsory. All safety boots must comply with the European standard for safety footwear ISO 20345: 2004

Safety footwear comes in a massive range of different styles to suit their specific task. Here at newforestfootwear we have a wide range of men’s and ladies safety footwear to suit the safety needs of all our customers. We believe that your safety boots or shoes should be built to last and offer great protection and comfort at a reasonable price. The most common type of safety footwear is the safety boot, we have a choice of different safety boots ranging from robust styles suitable for heavier work on building site, lightweight safety boots that are styled on hiking boots to offer great protection without compromising comfort. Our safety trainers have proved very popular with our customers and are ideally suited to jobs such a lorry drivers where safety footwear is required but doesn’t need to be heavy and bulky.

Remember we have a large range of Safety Footwear from heavier site work boots to lighter work boots for those indoor jobs!

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Safety Work Boots and shoes at Newforestfootwear.com

Here at New forest footwear we have a wide range of Safety Boots and shoes that offer not only protection but style as well. We stock lots of different types of safety boots because we want to provide a wide choice for our customer’s different needs. All of our safety footwear meets today’s standards EN 345-1:2010 and offer the wearer great protection. We strongly believe that your safety boots or shoes should be as comfortable as possible because you are wearing your work boot or shoes for a long time each day!

Men’s Waterproof steel toe cap safety boot

Our best selling steel toe safety boot is the Northwest Territory Shield, this safety boot is superb quality and unlike most safety boots they are waterproof so are ideally suited to those outside jobs. This is achieved through the use of a waterproof membrane lining that is not only waterproof but breathable as well.

Men’s Rigger steel toe safety boots

Another popular style of safety boot is the rigger boot, a rigger boot get its name for is use on oil rigs, and are ideal for the winter months as rigger boots come with a warm fleece lining. Rigger boots are now worn within lots of different trades such as building. We recommend the Northwest Territory Labrador rigger steel to safety boots available for just £28.99

Men’s dealer steel toe safety boots

Dealer safety boots are also very popular and we stock a range of different styles to suit all needs and budgets. Dealer steel toe cap boots are basically slip on boots with elastic inserts to hold the boot in place. The Northwest Territory Impact safety boot is available in either black or brown. They have a kick plat on the spine of the boot to avoid damage being caused when sliding the boots on and off. They have an oil and acid proof sole unit which is also no slip for extra safety. We also stock the Northwest Territory Anderson dealer safety boots these are available in either tan or black for an amazing £21.99

Stylish leather safety boots

The Northwest Territory Quebec safety boots offer exceptional protection and style to the wearer. These are a superb quality safety boot and are available in two colour being black and honey. This superb Quality work boot is available on our website for just £34.99.

Lightweight safety boots

The men’s Vancouver safety boot is light weight, this is because it is based on a hiking boot only with a steel toe cap. These safety boots are ideal for lighter jobs where heavier safety boots are not necessary. Ideally suited to those indoor jobs! The Vancouver is available in Black or Brown for only £28.99

Steel toe cap safety trainers and shoes

Sometimes a lightweight alternative is perfect for certain jobs. We stock two safety shoes and one of our best sellers is the Northwest territory Acadia. We also stock a stylish steel toe cap trainer ideal for those college courses that require safety footwear.

Groundwork safety boots

The Groundwork Sk21 steel toe cap safety boot is a descent quality, robust safety boot that offers excellent value for money starting from just £27.99. The safety boots are available in both black and tan.

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Different types of Safety Footwear

Safety footwear comes in many different forms the main types are Steel toe cap boots, steel toe cap shoes or trainers, steel toe cap wellingtons, riggers, dealers. They are basically durable boots or shoes that have protective reinforcement in the toe, this protects from falling objects. The sole unit should also have a protective plate to protect from punctures from below for example nails. The toe cap are usually made of steel hence the name steel toe cap boots, but can also be made from a composite material or thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU). Steel toe caps/safety footwear are required by law in many different working environments such as the construction industry, agriculture and most factory environments. Many works places require a certificate to be shown (ISO EN:345).

Safety boots or safety shoes?

Safety footwear is available in many different styles depending on the need of the wearer. They come in boots which are more commonly used in the construction industry and agricultural industries. They come in shoe form more suited to a supervisors position where the wearer is in and out of an office and the working environment e.g factory environment or warehouse environment.

Are safety boots dangerous

Some people believe that the safety toe cap can in some circumstances be more dangerous because a significant weight can cause the toe cap to act like a blade. This really is just a myth as the weight needed to cause this sort of failure would result in severe damage to the foot and in most cases amputation would be necessary anyway.

Remember New Forest Footwear has a large range of Safety Footwear to suit the job that you are doing!

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Rigger Boots

Rigger boots are a particular type of safety boot; the name rigger comes from off shore oil rigs where the rigger boot is most commonly utilized. But in more modern times they are widely used in the constructional, agricultural and other industries as a general work boot/safety boot.

The standard colour for Riggers is tan and go up to just below the knee (similar length to wellington boots). Riggers always feature a steel toe cap and metal mid sole. The inside of the boots generally are lined with fur to keep the user warm during the winter months. Riggers usually feature a pull on loop at the top to make it easier to slide on.

When purchasing Riggers you need to make sure they comply with ISO standard EN:345 as some of them are intended as fashion items not safety boots.

Here at New Forest Footwear our Rigger boots are available for the low price of just £28.99.