Safety managers must select protective footwear that aligns with job demands and complies with updated standards. Key safety features include toe caps, slip resistance, puncture protection, metatarsal ...

While steel-toe boots are a traditional choice, there also are non-metallic alternatives such as composite-toe footwear that feature protective toe caps made of carbon fiber, plastic or other tough ...

VF has filed a patent for a protective toe cap for footwear. The toe cap includes strain hardened portions that strengthen and reinforce the cap against impact, while also allowing for a lightweight ...

From ASTM codes to slip resistance and electrical ratings, this guide breaks down the alphabet soup of safety footwear standards and shows how to apply them in real-world workplace decisions. Safety ...

In choosing between steel-toe and composite toe work boots, the best choice depends on several factors in the work environment. An OSHA document on PPE notes that workers facing possible foot or leg ...