Workers who carry out outdoor, building, construction and industrial work activities have tough challenges and are full of risks. For this reason, work support equipment is needed that is truly safe, comfortable and meets predetermined safety standards, ranging from head protectors, gloves, goggles, vests to shoes that can provide maximum protection for the safety of workers. For example safety shoes, must be specifically designed to protect and withstand loads from external hazards and be comfortable to wear.

Workers are particularly vulnerable to exposure to contaminants in the workplace, such as harsh chemicals, dirt, and mud, and sharp, heavy objects can damage the comfort and durability of your safety shoes. If workers frequently encounter potential hazards in the workplace, it is very important to understand proper care for your safety shoes to help extend the life of the safety devices they are used with.

Safety shoe are not just ordinary shoes. Safety shoes are part of your basic safety needs, and they require regular maintenance which will benefit your own health and safety in the long run. Adequate care is required in order to last and last a long time.

Caring for Safety Shoes

If you have free time, you should do this to take care of the equipment that supports your work. Tools needed shoe brush with stiff bristles, damp cleaning cloth, clear shoe polish. Brush your shoes carefully to remove dirt and stains from their surface. Use a damp cloth to wipe away excess dirt until the shoes look clean. If the shoes are still damp, blot them with a clean, dry cloth. Apply shoe polish evenly to the leather and let it dry.

Check the sole regularly to remove small objects from the cleats

Store your safety shoes in a cool, dry place with good air circulation. Do not store your shoe covers for too long to prevent damage to the sole by expired materials. Safety shoes with PU soles will last longer if worn frequently.

Don't do this

Care for shoe safety by cleaning regularly, there are also a number of things that need to be avoided, including:

1. Scratching the leather of your shoes on a rough surface.
2. Stepping on sharp edges that can tear the sole.
3. Leaving your safety shoes to dry in the sun for a long time.
4. Replace or modify the safety part of the shoe yourself without consulting a safety expert or the shoe manufacturer.
5. Wearing safety shoes that are not properly dried can lead to bacterial or fungal infections which can cause skin diseases, bad odors and other discomfort to your feet.
6. Walking on wet and muddy surfaces in shoe guards without the waterproof feature will damage shoes in the long run. To avoid this, wear Cheetah Safety waterproof shoes, such as the Revolution 3286 H and ADV Nyx.
7. Hopefully the tips and guidelines above can help you in caring for your favorite Cheetah safety shoes. Proper maintenance is always important to maintain the performance of your safety shoes in order to continue to provide optimal work protection.

If you need safety shoes for your workers in outdoor, building, construction, factory, manufacturing and industrial areas, you can contact PT. Mitra Cipta Hardi Elektrindo to be able to consult, plan, provide solutions and buy safety products for workers.

Article & photo source: https://www.cheetahsafety.com 

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