In terms of safety footwear , the EN 20345 S2 standard is specifically designed for work in wet environments (outdoors or indoors). S2 safety sneakers and shoes are generally appreciated by our logistics clients working in the damp conditions of storage facilities, by house painters for their slip-resistant soles and resistance to impacts and moisture, and by gardeners and landscapers exposed to unpredictable weather.
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What are the technical characteristics of an S2 safety shoe?
Made from high-quality, innovative, lightweight, comfortable and inexpensive materials , S2 safety shoes combine the following mandatory and regulatory features: an anti-static , anti-slip sole resistant to oils and hydrocarbons , a heel reinforcement to absorb shocks, a water-repellent and waterproof coating , and finally a protective toecap capable of withstanding a foot crushing of less than 200 joules*.
What does it mean for an S2 safety shoe toecap that can withstand an energy of up to "200 joules"?
According to Wikipedia, the joule is a unit of measurement used to quantify energy , work, and heat . In the case of a safety shoe, 200 joules corresponds to the maximum amount of energy the protective toecap can withstand before it can no longer ensure the safety of your feet.
In the field of workplace safety, we usually take the following example to better understand the usefulness of this measure: a safety shoe capable of withstanding a pressure force of 200 joules means that it is capable of withstanding the fall of an object weighing 20kg from a height of one meter , we then say in this case that the protective shell of this safety shoe is capable of withstanding a crushing force of about 1500kg .
SAFETY WARNING
As a safety precaution, if the protective toecap of your safety shoes has already been subjected to harsh conditions or such pressure, we strongly advise, and indeed require, that you purchase a new pair of safety shoes. If the protective toecap has cracked or been slightly damaged during an initial impact, its resistance is likely diminished, and it may no longer be able to protect you during a subsequent impact.
