Portwest FW57 Steelite All Weather Boots S3 WR (Black)

If you work outside all year round, you'll understand the importance of proper PPE, and know that poor quality safety shoes compromises both safety and productivity. Luckily, the Portwest FW57 Steelite All Weather Boots S3 WR (Black) provide robust protection from weather-related risks, while keeping employees comfortable and agile. Utilising protective steel toe caps and mid soles for prevention of impact injuries, these anti-static, slip, fuel and oil-resistant shoes are the best means of ensuring industry safety.

What's Included?

• 1 x Pair of Weather Boots

Key Information

• EN Standards: EN ISO 20345: 2011 S3 
• Certifications: CE Certified
• Marking: UKCA Marked
• General Resistance: Anti-static
• Outsole Resistance: Fuel and oil resistant outsole
• SRC: Slip resistant outsole prevents slips and trips on ceramic and steel surfaces
• Waterproof: Waterproof membrane
• Steel Protection: Protective steel toe caps and steel midsoles

Key Features and Benefits

• Waterproof membrane for protection in all weather
• Angled top line for better fit and leg flexibility
• Back pull-tab ensures quick applying and removal of shoes
• Padded collar for added comfort, enhancing wearability
• Steel midsoles prevent potential impact injuries 
• Protective steel toe caps add protection from kicks to the toes
• Full grain leather for longevity, ideal for large companies wanting to reduce waste
• Anti-static footwear for use in environments with hazardous electromagnetic currents
• Energy Absorbing Seat Region reduces shock to the foot in the case of impact
• Slip resistant outsole to prevent slips and trips on ceramic and steel surfaces
• Fuel and oil resistant outsole for wear in environments with flammable, slippery materials
• Dual density sole unit provides flexibility alongside intense protection
• Wide fitting for enhanced comfort, ensuring a fit for all wearers
• CE certified and UKCA marked

Sizing Guide

The Portwest Steelite Boots are available in a range of sizes based on your normal shoe size. Consult the table below and use the drop-down menu above to select your size.

What Do These Standards Mean?

EN ISO 20345:2011 S3 is a European standard that specifies the requirements for safety footwear. Here's a breakdown of the different elements in the code:

• "S": Stands for "Safety" and indicates that the footwear provides basic toe protection.
• "3":  refers to additional features including:
  • Antistatic properties
  • Energy absorption in the heel region
  • Resistance to water penetration
  • Resistance to penetration by sharp objects

What Other Shoes of the Same Standard Are Available?

We have a huge range of S3 Safety Shoes available, with a variety of styles and designs to choose from. We also have a variety of Work Safety Boots perfect for lightweight yet robust hazard protection. For more general information on EN safety standards, check out our handy guide to EN standards for footwear. 

What Alternative Colours Are There?

We have a range of Portwest Steelite Boots available. However, if you'd like this same shoe model in an alternative colour, check out our selection of options below:

• Portwest Steelite All Weather Boots (Brown)

Comfortable and Protective

These boots feature a waterproof and breathable membrane for use in all weather conditions. This allows wearers to be as comfortable and safe as possible on site regardless of working conditions and temperatures.

Who Can Use the Portwest Anti-Static Boots?

These anti-static shoes are ideal for a range of industries, including:

• Electronics Manufacturing for protection against ESD when handling electronics
• Semiconductor Industries to prevent damage to semiconductor components (and wearers)
• Computer and IT industries to reduce likelihood of damage to sensitive computer components
• Pharmaceuticals and Laboratories to prevent ESD from interfering with sensitive experiments and samples
• Aerospace and Defence to prevent compromising components such as avionics and computer systems
• Chemical Industries, for when wearers deal with flammable or explosions from static sparks
• Healthcare Industries for use with specialised equipment that could damage medical devices and procedures

Where Else Can These Safety Shoes Be Worn?

Safety shoes are designed to provide protection to the feet in various hazardous work environments. They are typically worn in industries or occupations where there is a risk of foot injuries from falling objects, sharp objects, electrical hazards, slippery surfaces, or other potential workplace hazards. Here are some common areas where safety shoes are worn:

• Construction Sites: Safety shoes are essential in construction sites where workers are exposed to falling objects, heavy machinery, uneven terrain, and other construction-related hazards.
• Manufacturing and Industrial Facilities: Workers in manufacturing and industrial facilities, including factories, warehouses, and production lines, often wear safety shoes to protect against potential foot injuries from heavy equipment, moving parts, falling objects, and industrial hazards.
• Warehouses and Logistics: In warehouses and logistics environments, where materials handling, loading and unloading, and storage activities take place, safety shoes are worn to protect against foot injuries from heavy objects, pallets, forklifts, and potential slips and falls.
• Mining and Extraction: Mining operations involve rugged terrains, heavy machinery, and various hazards such as falling rocks, sharp objects, and chemical exposure. Safety shoes are crucial for miners to protect their feet in such challenging environments.
• Oil and Gas Industry: Workers in the oil and gas industry, including drilling, refining, and pipeline operations, face a range of hazards such as heavy equipment, slippery surfaces, chemical exposure, and potential impact injuries. Safety shoes are worn to mitigate these risks.
• Electrical and Utility Work: Electricians, lineworkers, and utility workers who deal with electrical systems and power distribution wear safety shoes that provide electrical hazard protection. These shoes are designed to prevent electrical shocks and withstand high voltage.
• Emergency Services: Firefighters, paramedics, and other emergency service personnel often wear safety shoes as part of their protective gear to ensure foot safety during rescue operations and hazardous incidents.

Why are Steel Toe Caps Important?

These safety shoes come with inbuilt steel toe caps, which have a variety of benefits including:

• Impact Protection: Steel toecaps are designed to withstand a significant amount of force and provide protection against heavy falling objects or accidental impacts. They act as a barrier between the toes and potential hazards, reducing the risk of fractures, bruises, or other foot injuries.
• Compression Resistance: In certain work environments, there is a risk of the feet being exposed to compression forces, such as heavy machinery or equipment rolling over the feet. Steel toecaps offer resistance against compression, preventing the toes from getting crushed or injured.
• Occupational Safety Compliance: Many industries and workplaces have specific safety regulations or standards that require workers to wear protective footwear with steel toecaps. This is particularly common in construction, manufacturing, logistics, and other sectors where foot injuries are a potential risk. Wearing steel toecap shoes ensures compliance with these safety requirements.
• Durability: Steel toecaps provide an additional layer of durability to the front portion of the shoe. They are highly resistant to impact and compression forces, as well as abrasion, making the shoes more robust and long-lasting.
• Versatility: Steel toecaps can be incorporated into various types of footwear, including boots, shoes, and sneakers. This allows workers in different industries to choose the appropriate footwear style while still benefiting from toe protection.

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Cleaning Instructions

• Use only soft brushes and water. 
• Do not use substances like alcohol, thinners, gasoline, oil or any other chemicals. 
• Keep the footwear, dry and clean, in a proper place at room temperature.

Materials

These boots are made out of horse leather, for a longer term footwear solution.  This is ideal for cost-efficiency, since good quality leather significantly increases the longevity of this product and helps to reduce the waste produced by large companies. You can find out more information on the materials used below:

• Upper: Crazy Horse Leather
• Sole: PU/TPU

Technical Documents

For more information on the Portwest Steelite Shoes, please see the below documents: 

• Technical Data Sheet
• Declaration of Conformity (UK)
• User Instructions Manual
• EN Certificate (UK)

Delivery

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UK Delivery Charges

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