Safety Standards for JALAS Footwear
Understanding safety standards is essential for choosing certified protective footwear that matches your workplace risks. This page outlines key footwear standards and explains how all JALAS safety shoes and boots complies with applicable norms—supporting reliable protection, comfort, and performance across a wide range of trades and industries.
EN Standards Compliance for Safety and Occupational Footwear (Work Shoes)
Safety standards aren’t just technical markings—they’re your assurance that the work shoes you wear have been tested for real workplace risks. EN standards help you choose the right safety shoes or occupational footwear for your job, whether you need toe protection, slip resistance, durability, or all-day comfort.
All JALAS safety shoes and work shoes in our product range comply with relevant EN standards and applicable norms for worker safety across a wide range of professional fields. The EN standards are based on the PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425—so you can work with confidence, knowing your footwear meets proven requirements.
Risk Categories for Safety Footwear – Understanding Protection Levels
CE marking on safety footwear confirms that the product meets the essential health and safety requirements set by the European Union. It ensures that each pair of shoes has been tested, certified, and compliant with recognized PPE standards for reliable protection at work.
EN ISO 20345 Safety Footwear Standard — Requirements and Test Methods
EN ISO 20345:2022+A1:2024 is the international standard that defines the minimum safety requirements for Safety footwear used in professional environments.
EN ISO 20349 Standard – Protection for Welding and Foundry Work in Safety Footwear
EN ISO 20349:2017+A1:2020 defines enhanced safety requirements for footwear used in high-temperature environments such as welding operations and metal foundries.
EN ISO 17249 Standard – Chainsaw Protection in Safety Footwear
EN ISO 17249:2013 Chainsaw Protection Standard is an international standard that specifies the design and performance criteria for safety footwear resistant to chainsaw cutting.
EN ISO 20347 Occupational Footwear Standard — Requirements and Performance Testing
EN ISO 20347:2021+A1:2024 defines the minimum safety, comfort, and performance requirements for occupational work shoes and footwear without protective toecaps.