It’s safety first for women in industry
Posted by: electime 25th July 2018
Dr Martens has launched a unique women’s industrial collection, offering female workers a choice of stylish boots, without compromising on the safety aspect.
More recent years have seen women embarking on typically male dominated career paths in construction, engineering, manufacturing and trade industries. Despite being exposed to the same risk as their male counterparts, they are rarely supported by the PPE available. Choice of appropriate footwear for hazardous footwear is albeit limited for women, as it has not been designed with them in mind.
Trade Union Congress conducted a survey that reveals only 29 per cent of women wear PPE specifically designed for them, whilst 57 per cent said their current PPE has hampered their work. Wearing ill-fitting footwear proves to be a hazard itself and prevents women from safely conducting their everyday work duties.
Dr Martens new Women’s Collection ensures women are actually given a choice of protection, colour and style for their footwear, without having to compromise. Here a few options:
- Maple– A classic 8-eyelet lace up steel-toe work boot, the Maple is designed with soft leather and heat-sealed uppers. The padded tongue ensures comfort, as well as the SoftWair™ sock liner delivering extra cushioning at the heel.
- Arbor– This classic Chelsea work boot has a steel toe cap with soft leather uppers that are heat-sealed with a PVC outsole that is durable. The SoftWair™ sock liner also delivers extra cushioning at the heel and forefoot, while the raised grid pattern promotes underfoot airflow to keep feet dry and comfortable.
The Women’s Collection is a game-changer for industry. Available in UK sizes 3-9, the collection is available to buy online: http://www.drmartens.com/uk/c/industrial-womens
