If installed properly, these mats are useful, but workers may find that their feet burn and feel sore. The non-slip properties of the flooring mat cause their shoes to grab suddenly on the flooring making their feet slide forward inside the shoes. Friction inside the shoes produces heat that creates soreness and, eventually, calluses. A non-slip resilient insole can reduce this discomfort. Proper footwear is important, not only for foot comfort but also for one's general well-being.
Improper footwear can cause or aggravate existing foot problems.
Unfortunately, being fashionable sometimes takes precedence over choosing well-fitting, supportive safety footwear. However, many safety footwear manufacturers produce safety footwear that does look fashionable. The shoe must grip the heel firmly. The forepart must allow freedom of movement for the toes. The shoe must have a fastening across the instep to prevent the foot from slipping when walking.