4 Common Workplace Foot Injuries and how you can avoid them

Having a comfortable pair of work boots is vital for any employees who have jobs in the construction business, police enforcement, etc.

Workplace injuries usually slow down and even stop the business productivity; here are the 4 most common workplace injuries and how to avoid them…

Broken Bones – In some industries, it is not uncommon for people who do not wear the correct safety boots to have their feet crushed by heavy machinery or cargo. These injuries can be avoided by wearing the correct pair of work boots that have enough resistance to protect your feet or toes from being crushed.

Cuts and Lacerations – Employees who work with machinery often end up with cuts and lacerations, this is why steel toe boots are often the best footwear to invest in. Comfortable tactical boots are a good option as well, but make sure they have some level of compression resistance.

Puncture Wounds – Work industries where there are a lot of dangerous metal objects such as nails, staples or scrap metal often end up causing painful puncture wounds. Prevent these injuries from happening by wearing high quality, heavy duty safety boots.

Electric Shocks – Workers sometimes have to be prepared for the risk of an electric shock, such as electricians and construction workers. In cases such as these, you need to invest in a boot that is thick with a rubber sole.

Ultimately it is critical to examine your workplace and figure out what safety footwear is right for you…

At L&A Safety we provide a range of safety boots and footwear, to order yours, give us a call on 021 552 0665, email tish@landasafety.co.za or pop into one of our stores in Vredenburg, Robertson and Cape Town