Norms

SB:

Basic requirements as per standard (inc. toe cap)

S1:

As "SB", plus closed heel area, antistatic, energy absorbtion capacity in heel area

S2:

As S1, additional requirements in terms of water penetration and water absorption

S3:

As S2, additional penetration protection, profile sole

Type 1:

suitable for general technical assistance(e.g. Type 1, HI1) and fire fighting only in the open (e.g. Type 1 HI2; Type 1 HI3)

Type 2:

heavy-duty basic protection shoes, suitable forindoor and all other types of fire; standard fire fighter boots (e.g. Type 2 HI2; Type 2 HI3)

Type 3:

special protection shoes, suitable for missions involving unusual risks, such as hazardous goods; equally suited for all types of fire fighting (e.g. Type 3 HI2; Type 3 HI3)

The type and protective function of fire fighting shoes is indicated in the bottom right-hand corner of the pictogram (fireman), e.g.: F2A, where

F:

complies with all normative requirements

1 / 2:

Type 1 / Type 2

P:

Puncture resistance

A:

complies with antistatic requirements

HI1:

Level of heat insulation of the sole complex at 150° C / 30 min.

HI3:

Level of heat insulation of the sole complex at 250° C / 40 min.