PPE occupational footwear is a crucial part of workplace safety. These specialized shoes and boots are designed to protect workers from various job-related hazards. The main purpose of PPE occupational footwear is to ensure the safety of workers' feet. They provide protection against falling objects, sharp materials, electricity, chemicals, extreme temperatures, and more. These shoes act as a barrier between potential dangers and the feet. Different types of occupational footwear are tailored to specific job roles and hazards.

For example, steel-toed boots are common in construction to prevent injuries from heavy objects, while electricians wear insulated shoes to avoid electrical shocks. Despite their safety features, these shoes are designed for comfort. They include cushioning, arch support, and ergonomic designs to keep workers comfortable during long hours on the job.

Occupational footwear is a type of work shoe, and it has rules called IS 15298 (Part 4):2017. These rules tell us how these shoes should be made.

Classification of footwear: According to the Indian Standard, Footwear is classified using the following code designations:

REQUIREMENTS FOR IS 15298 (Part 4): 2017

1.     Occupational footwear has to be made from safe materials according to the rules in IS 15298 Part 4: 2017.

2.     These shoes should look like one of the designs mentioned in the rules, and they must meet the basic requirements in the rules.

3.     Depending on how risky the workplace is, there might be more rules the shoes have to follow. In that case, the shoes must meet those extra rules too.

4.     If a company wants to get a license for both types (I and II), they need to test each type separately.

5.     Each pair of these shoes must have labels with info like size, who made them, when they were made, and other details from the rules.

6.     They can also have a special mark called the ISI Mark, but the company needs a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards to use it.

Process for BIS ISI Mark Certification

To know the process in detail, please visit:

• ISI Mark Certification for Domestic Manufactures
• ISI Mark Certification for Foreign Manufactures

Under BIS Registration Products ISI and CRS

• BIS CRS Registration For IT Products List
• ISI Mark Registration For ISI Products List

Benefits of  BIS Certification

The BIS registration provides the following benefits:

1.     Increase sales: BIS-registered products are more likely to be of higher quality and attract more customers.

2.     Reduce the amount of money spent on quality maintenance: Upon getting certification, there's no need to follow separate quality guidelines for products.

3.     Enhance product credibility and reduce environmental risk: BIS-certified items are genuine and trustworthy because they work really well and last a long time.

4.     Ensure the highest level of quality and dependability: The presence of a BIS registration number implies that the product is of high quality and dependability.

5.     Ensure the organization’s expansion: BIS certification boosts your product’s reputation, resulting in significant growth and market exposure.

CONCLUSION

PPE occupational footwear has been included in the mandatory ISI Certification Scheme under the IS 15298 (Part 4):2017 standard. Manufacturers cannot import, export, or sell this product in the Indian consumer market without the ISI Mark.

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