The most important factor that we should pay attention to when choosing between work shoes is the certificates of the shoes. As Sabomar, in this article, we have compiled the certificates that a work shoe can receive, along with what they mean.



What are the "S" Standards for Work Shoes?

SB Standard for Work Shoes: This certificate states that the work shoes have a protective toe that is resistant to 200 Joule impact and 15 kN impact. Work Shoes S1 Standard: This certificate states that it is suitable for use in dry environments, in addition to the SB certificate, closed back (heel), anti-static, energy absorbing heel, resistance to hydrocarbons. Its sole is non-slip and resistant to active substances such as acids. The anti-static base provides protection against electric shocks. S1P: This certificate, in addition to the S1 certificate, indicates that the shoe is puncture resistant. Work Shoes S2 Standard: In addition to the S1 Standard, it indicates that the shoes are suitable for use in wet environments. The base structure is extra resistant to oil and acid. They are produced with anti-static material. Work shoes S3 Standard: In addition to the S2 Standard, it offers puncture resistance, ridged (rigged) outsole.

Work Shoes “O” Standards

EN ISO 20347: Work shoes (without toe cap) OB: Tear, abrasion, hydrocarbons, slip resistant, combined layer; except chrome VI, water vapor permeable and ergonomic O1: OB + Energy absorption at the heel + Anti-static + Closed back (heel) O2: O1+ Upper part is watertight and non-absorbent O3: O2+ Puncture resistance + Ribbed outsole (knurled)

Work Shoes “P” Standards

EN ISO 20346: Safety shoes (100 Joule toe cap) PB: 100 Joule Protective nose + compressive strength + 1000 Newton P1: PB + Closed back heel + anti static + energy absorbing heel P2: P1 + Upper upper is watertight and non-absorbent P3: P2 + puncture resistance


Outsole Certifications

HRO: heat resistant sole

FO: Resistance to hydrocarbons

SRA: Slip resistance on ceramic surface

SRB: Slip resistance on steel surface

SRC: SRA+SRB

Single Private Certificates

P: Puncture resistance C: Conductive shoes A: Anti-static HI: Heat insulation CI: Cold insulation E: Energy absorption at the heel WR: Waterproof M: Forefoot protector AN: Ankle protector CR: Cut resistance ESD: Electrostatic discharge WRU: Upper part is watertight and non-absorbent


Chain Saw Resistance Standard

EN ISO 17249: Safety shoes resistant to cutting by chain saw (Forest, logging, etc.) Class 1: Chain Speed 20m/s Class 2: Chain Speed 24m/s Class 3: Chain Speed 28m/s

EN 12568

Foot and leg protectors

This standard specifies requirements and test methods for toe caps and reinforcements resistant to mechanical penetration, intended to function as shoe components (as defined, for example, by EN ISO 20345, EN ISO 20346 and EN ISO 20347). You can choose the most suitable model for your workplace among dozens of models of work shoes, work boots and work boots on our site.