Portwest Steelite Welted Safety Boot SB HRO, Honey

Standards and labels

• EN ISO 20345:2011

  Test results

  General Requirements HRO

  The HRO result listed in the standard EN ISO 20345:2011 pertains to the heat resistance of the outsole of safety footwear. This test result confirms that the outsole is capable of withstanding exposure to high temperatures without degrading its physical properties and performance. The test method requires that the outsole of the footwear be exposed to 300°C for a minimum of 60 seconds under specified conditions, during which the outsole should not melt or crack, ensuring that it continues to provide protection against hot environments. Since the HRO classification attests to heat resistance, this feature is particularly important in industries such as metallurgy or construction, where contact with hot surfaces is a common hazard. Understanding this result can assist procurement professionals in sourcing appropriate safety footwear that meets the required durability and performance in high-temperature working conditions.

  General Requirements SB

  The SB result in the EN ISO 20345:2011 standard for general requirements refers to basic safety requirements for footwear, indicating a basic level of protection. This result means that the footwear meets essential safety performance standards, including a toe protection against a 200-joule impact. The testing method involves subjecting the toe area of the footwear to impacts and compression at specified energy levels to ensure it can protect the wearer's toes against potential workplace accidents properly. The practical implication of an SB result for footwear under this standard is that it is suitable for work environments where toe protection is necessary, but where there may not be special requirements for additional resistance against water penetration, or heat, which are covered by other codes in the standard (like S1, S3, etc.). This classification helps procurement professionals select the appropriate safety footwear based on the specific hazards present in the workplace environment.

• CE Marking

  CE Marking is a label that shows a product meets certain safety and environmental standards set by the European Union. To get the CE Marking, a company must test and certify their product meets these standards. CE Marking is required for many products sold in the EU, including electronics, machinery, toys and medical devices. It helps ensure that products are safe for consumers and the environment, and allows for easy trade within the EU.