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Guide to Safety Shoe Classification: S1, S2 & S3

Safety shoes are categorized into different classes or types based on the level of protection they offer. These classifications help you identify the appropriate footwear for specific work environments and hazards. Here's an explanation of JALAS Safety Shoes S1, S2, and S3:

When it comes to keeping yourself safe on the job, having the right footwear is crucial. That's where JALAS Safety Shoes come into play. Designed to provide reliable protection in various work environments, JALAS offers a range of safety shoes classified under S1, S2, and S3 categories. But what do these classifications mean for you?

Let's break it down:

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JALAS Safety Shoes S1

If you're working in an environment where there's a moderate risk of injury from falling objects or electrical hazards, S1 safety shoes are your go-to option. With features like a steel or composite toe cap for toe protection, antistatic properties to dissipate static electricity, and energy absorption in the heel for added comfort during long hours on your feet, JALAS S1 safety shoes provide the basic protection you need.

EN Standards Safety Shoes

All safety footwear in Ejendals product range complies with the applicable standards and norms for worker safety in a range of trades and industries.

JALAS Safety Shoes S2

Need protection against both workplace hazards and water or other liquids? Look no further than JALAS Safety Shoes S2. These shoes offer all the features of S1 footwear, plus water-resistant properties to keep your feet dry in damp or wet conditions. Whether you're working in food processing, agriculture, or outdoor environments, JALAS S2 safety shoes have you covered.

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JALAS Safety Shoes S3

When your job demands the highest level of protection, JALAS Safety Shoes S3 rise to the occasion. Building upon the features of S1 and S2 footwear, S3 shoes include additional elements like a penetration-resistant midsole to shield your feet from sharp objects, enhanced slip resistance for improved traction on slippery surfaces, and increased durability to withstand tough working conditions. From construction sites to heavy industry, JALAS S3 safety shoes are built to handle it all.

Also read: Do you need work shoes with the safety rating S3? Or will a safety shoe with the safety rating S1P suit your needs better?

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TABLE ACCORDING TO STANDARD EN ISO 20345:2011

 

EXPLANATION OF ABBREVIATIONS

S: Shoes marked S have toecaps which will withstand 200 J of impact energy and 15 kN of pressure.

Class I:  Footwear made from leather and other materials, excluding allrubber or all-polymeric footwear.

Class II: All-rubber (i.e., entirely vulcanised) or all-polymeric (i.e. entirely moulded) footwear.

P: Penetration-resistant outsole.

WR: Water-resistant footwear.

WRU: Water-repellent upper

A: Electrical resistance (0.1-1000 MΩ).

E: Energy absorption in the heel area (20 Joules).

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JALAS® Safety Footwear

JALAS® safety shoes, boots & sandals maintain the highest quality, comfort and safety - features that have been our hallmark ever since 1916. The JALAS® story began in the village of Jokipii, Finland, which is still the proud home of design, development and manufacturing.

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