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Document ID (ISN)108072
CIS number 08-561
ISBN(s) 978-2-7389-1496-5
Year 2007
Convention or series no. INRS ED 994
Author(s) Mayer A., Cannot J.C., Migard A.
Title Safety footwear - Selection and use
Original title Les articles chaussants de protection - Choix et utilisation [in French]
Bibliographic information Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, Apr. 2007. 31p. Illus. 28 ref. Price: EUR 6.50. Downloadable version free of charge.
Internet access http://www.inrs.fr/INRS-PUB/inrs01.nsf/inrs01_catalog_view_view/11A53C9EA2530082C125732300436D68/$FILE/ed994.pdf [in French]
Abstract This guide is aimed at all persons involved in selecting safety footwear and boots and making them available in occupational settings. It applies to all work situations where it is necessary to have recourse to personal protective equipment, namely whenever collective protection measures are not possible or are insufficient. It provides information on the characteristics and scope of use of safety footwear, and proposes an approach for their selection, purchase, use and care.
Descriptors (primary) safety footwear; plant safety organization; France
Descriptors (secondary) description of equipment; safety guides; supply of personal protective equipment; selection of equipment
Document type F - Information notes, codes of practice, standards
Country / State or ProvinceFrance
Subject(s) Personal protection
Broad subject area(s) General safety, health and conditions of work
Browse category(ies) Foot and leg protection