When reviewing the Bata Industrials Footwear Catalogue PDF, if a boot carries a safety standard label, this indicates the following; The product meets the requirements of Australian Regulation regarding personal protective equipment. The safety standard AS 2210 consists of two parts, The basis label means that a product meets a number of basic requirements. If the product also meets certain additional requirements, this is indicated by a symbol on the boot.
EXPLANATION OF THE SYMBOLS
SB - Protective footwear for professional use with toecaps designed to give protection against impact when tested at an energy level of 200 joules
S1 - As SB plus antistatic properties, energy absorption of seat region, closed heel and resistance to fuel/oil
S1P - As S1 plus anti-penetration resistant insert
S2 - As S1 plus water resistance and water absorption of the upper material
S3 - As S2 plus anti-penetration resistant insert and cleated outsole
S4 - All-rubber or all-polymer footwear, antistatic properties, energy absorption of seat region, protective toecap, closed heel and resistance to fuel/oil
S5 - As S4 plus anti-penetration resistant insert and cleated outsole
Additional requirements for special applications with specific marks:
P - Penetration resistance
C - Conductive
A - Antistatic
E - Energy absorption
I - Insulating footwear
M - Metatarsal protection 100 J impact energy
HI - Insulation against heat
CI - Insulation against cold
CR - Cut Resistant footwear
AN - Ankle protection
WR - Water-resistant footwear
WRU - Water Resistant Upper
FRU - Flame Resistant Upper
HRO - Heat Resistant Outsole
SBH - Hybrid footwear
ESD - Electrostatic Discharge
SRA/SRB/SRC - Slip Resistance
CAREFULLY READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
This footwear is designed to minimize the risk of injury from the specific hazards as identified by the marking on the particular product (see marking codes above). However, always remember that no item of PPE can provide full protection and care must always be taken while carrying out the risk-related activity.
PERFORMANCE AND LIMITATIONS OF USE
These products have been tested in accordance with AS 2210.3:2019 for the types of protection defined on the product by the marking codes explained above. However, always ensure that the footwear is suitable for the intended end use.
FITTING / SIZING
To put on and take off shoes or boots, always fully undo the fastening systems. Only wear footwear of a suitable size. Shoes that are either too loose or too tight will restrict movement and will not provide the optimum level of protection. The shoe size is always clearly marked on our shoes.
COMPATIBILITY
To optimize protection, in some instances, it may be necessary to use this footwear with additional PPE such as protective trousers or over gaiters. In this case, before carrying out the risk-related activity, consult your supplier to ensure that all your protective products are compatible and suitable for your application.
SOCKS & COMFORT
Wear Bata Industrials socks, change your socks regularly and, in case of perspiration, take alternating hot and cold baths. Use soap sparingly. Change shoes regularly: leather is a natural product and should be allowed to rest.
