INTRODUCTION

Specialized rubber canvas boots designed for miners in underground or mining settings serve the dual purpose of safeguarding miners and ensuring their comfort in potentially risky environments.

To ensure the product quality of rubber canvas boots, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has made it mandatory for manufacturers to undergo BIS registration and obtain the BIS ISI mark before selling it in the market. Manufacturers can use the ISI Mark on their products only after obtaining a license from BIS that is granted after BIS registration. The presence of the ISI mark on a product indicates that it complies with BIS's stringent quality standards.

Safety Rubber Canvas Boots for Miners are covered under IS 3976:2018.This standard specifies the requirements and methods for sampling and testing for safety rubber canvas boots with a protective steel toe cap at the toe for the industrial protection of mine workers. This standard applies to two types of industrial safety boots, type 1 and type 2, based on the performance requirements specified in the standard.

The following two types of Safety Rubber Canvas Boots for Miners have been covered:

Type 1: Boots are preferred in mining situations where there is water accumulation or slurry. The water level in slurry conditions shall not exceed ankle height.

Type 2: Boots are preferred for use in dry mining conditions.

This standard specifies the material and thickness requirements for various components, and the design of type 1 and type 2 boots must adhere to the standards.

REQUIREMENTS FOR IS 3976:2018

1.     The various tests must be performed in a properly equipped and staffed laboratory in accordance with the procedures specified in the standard.

2.     If the Applicant/Licensee applies for both types, testing must be done separately for each type.

3.     The boots shall be marked with size, Month and year of manufacture, and Trademark details as per specified standard.

4.     Standard Mark (ISI Mark) may also be applied to the product.

5.     The Manufacturer must obtain a BIS license from the Bureau of Indian Standards to use a standard mark (ISI Mark).

TESTS

The following tests must be carried out in accordance with the standard.

·       Water Vapour Permeability test,

·       Consolidation Test,

·       Tear Strength test,

·       Breaking Strength test

·       Resistance to Hot Contact of Sole Heel

·       Abrasion Resistance test

·       Flexing Test

·       Absorption Test

·       Impact Test

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

Safety Rubber Canvas Boots for Miners have been included in the mandatory ISI Certification Scheme under the IS 3976:2018 standard. Manufacturers cannot import, export, or sell this product in the Indian consumer market without the ISI Mark imprinted.

If you need any assistance with BIS ISI registration for Safety Rubber Canvas Boots for Miners or ISI mark certification for Safety Rubber Canvas Boots for Miners, you can reach out to Evtlindia. We provide assistance with all documentation formalities with India's BIS office, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free registration experience, guiding you through the entire process from start to finish.

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