Foot Safety

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Posted 05 Nov 2009 in Uncategorized

The foot is something that does’nt get much attention unless thesre is a problem.
Workers may be exposed to various hazardous conditions on the job such as slipery surface,handling or working around heavy equipment and machinery and working around electricity.
Always choose legally approved shoe and boot required for the job activity ,equipment and condition.Some situations may require metal-toed boots to protect the top part of the foot.Those steel -toed shoes provide extra protection over the top of the foot and can make difference in preventing an injury in an accident.
Sfety shoes or boots with impact protection should be worn when workers carry or handle materials such as heavy packages ,objects. parts or tools for activities where objects may fall on to the foot.
Safety shoes or boots with puncture protection should be required whena worker could step on sharp objects such as nails ,wires ,tacks,large staplesand sharp metal etc..Special types of insulating shoes or conductive shoes may be nescessary for certain types of electrical work
Employers should instruct workers to follow safety guidelines

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