The purpose of these test methods is to provide measurable criteria for various hazards.

The protection that can be demonstrated by evaluation of footwear includes the following:

4.2.1 The effectiveness of impact resistant footwear to eliminate or diminish the severity of injury to the toe area of the foot when subjected to a falling object.

4.2.2 The effectiveness of compression resistant footwear to eliminate or diminish the severity of injury to the toe area of the foot when subjected to a compressive force.

4.2.3 The effectiveness of metatarsal protective footwear to eliminate or diminish the severity of injury to the metatarsal area adjacent to where the toes and the bones of the upper foot intersect.

4.2.4 The effectiveness of conductive footwear to safely reduce the buildup of static electricity from wearer to ground so as to reduce the possibility of ignition of explosives and volatile chemicals.

4.2.5 The effectiveness of electric shock resistant footwear to provide resistance to electric shock when accidental contact is made with live wires.

4.2.6 The effectiveness of static dissipative footwear to reduce the hazards due to excessively low footwear electrical resistance that may exist where SD footwear is required.

4.2.7 The effectiveness of puncture resistant footwear to reduce the possibility of puncture injury to the bottom of the human foot.

4.2.8 The effectiveness of chain saw cut resistant footwear to reduce the chance of injury when exposed to a running power chain saw.

4.2.9 The effectiveness of dielectric insulative footwear to reduce the possibility of injury when exposed to a high voltage charge.

1.1 These test methods measure the resistance of footwear to a variety of hazards that can potentially result in injury.

1.2 These test methods may be used to test for compliance to minimum performance requirements in established safety standards.

1.2.1 By agreement between the purchaser and the supplier, or as required by established safety standards, these test methods can be used to determine any one, or all of the following: (1) impact resistance, (2) compression resistance, (3) metatarsal impact resistance, (4) resistance to electrical conductivity, (5) resistance to electric shock, (6) static dissipative performance, (7) puncture resistance of outsoles, (8) chain saw cut resistance, and (9) dielectric insulation.

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This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.