PPE: Foot Protection

Course Description:

This training session is for anyone exposed to foot hazards and required to wear foot protection on the job. We will discuss the potential foot hazards found in the workplace, the types of foot protection you may be required to use, and what you can do to prevent foot injuries.

Why “PPE: Foot Protection” Matters:

Foot-related injuries are more common than most people think—about 500 a day in U.S. workplaces.

The majority of those injuries occur when workers aren’t wearing the right foot protection.

The two major categories of work-related foot injuries are injuries from punctures, crushing, and lacerations; and injuries resulting from slips, trips, and falls, including sprains and broken bones.

A single foot injury can cost your company thousands of dollars in medical bills and lost work time.

Required by 29 CFR 1910.136.

Key Points:

• Know the foot hazards in your workplace.
• Wear footwear with appropriate protective features for the job.
• Know the capabilities and limitations of protective footwear.
• Check comfort, fit, and support of footwear.
• Clean, store, and inspect footwear.