Leggings can be removed quickly to avoid serious burns. Rubber overboots should be worn in areas that have a high potential for slippage and to provide protection from corrosive chemicals and pesticides. Metatarsal foot guard. Foot guards protect the top of the foot and should be worn when unusually heavy objects are handled or to supplement regular work shoes for non-routine handling of heavy objects. A metal foot guard shall also be worn for pavement breaking and similar work where a jackhammer is used.
Employees are responsible for ensuring that all work shoes are maintained in a safe condition.
To increase the life of work shoes they should be kept dry, clean, and polished. Safety-toe shoes should not be used to kick objects. Shoes should be regularly inspected for damage such as cracks and holes. Employees who cannot wear safety shoes for medical reasons must furnish a letter to supervision from their physician stating the reason and the anticipated duration of the condition. Employees shall wear toe or foot guards over regular work shoes in foot protection areas until a proper safety shoe is purchased or the condition subsides.