Working at elevation is dangerous for anyone but it’s made a lot worse if you don’t have the proper footwear. Not only can you potentially fall off of a roof but you may suffer long-term complications from not having proper foot support during heavy manual labour. There’s also the possibility of dropping heavy equipment on the foot, which has small fragile bones.
Choosing the right boot therefore needs to consider a mix of the following attributes: durability, to protect the foot, anti-slip properties, to make sure you have a good grip, and support, to make sure your foot is comfortable and safe as you work. All good safety boots have toe protection along with anti-slip and anti-static properties as standard.
With that in mind, here are some of the most recommended safety boots we stock here at ERoofing, to help you find the right one for you:
Light Work Boots – Buckbootz BAZ, JCB Backhoe Black Boot.
The Buckbootz BAZ and JCB Backhoe are safety shoes designed for maximum efficiency and light, breathable movement. That makes them an excellent choice if you are primarily doing work inside or just lighter work in general. They still come with the standard toe cap, anti-static protection and SRC grade slip resistance, so don’t mistake “light” for “light on features”.
All-Rounder Work Boots – Buckbootz Blitz, JCB Black Fast Track Boots
While the Blitz is still quite lightweight, it is better suited for heavier duties than the BAZ. Its energy absorption seat region allows it to help protect your foot from the repeated impacts of work. It also provides excellent water protection. This on top of the toe cap, slip resistance and anti-static nature that should be expected with any safety boot.
Anti-Water Work Boots – JCB Hydromaster Wellington, Buckbootz Neoprene Safety Wellington
While working on ladders should never be done in the rain, there’s definitely a time that any DIYer or tradesperson will find themselves in deep waters. That’s where the JCB Hydromaster Wellington and Buckbootz Neoprene Safety Wellington are in their element, however. The Hydromaster is made of a waterproof membrane that is amazingly still very breathable. It’s even reinforced with PVC. The Buckbootz Neoprene uses a Aerospace honeycomb design in its linings for the same effect, along with an anti-penetration midsole.
Heavy Duty Work Boot – JCB XSeries Boot
If you need a top-notch boot that can protect your foot from almost any physical danger, you need the JCB XSeries Boot. It’s got an aluminium toe cap and heel protection. It also has a kevlar midsole because there’s no such thing as too much protection apparently. Thanks to its tough, breathable leather it’s also something that lets you keep working for long periods in comfort.
