WRS Rockfall Water Rescue Equipment and Inflatables User Guide
- June 5, 2024
- WRS
Table of Contents
WRS Rockfall Water Rescue Equipment and Inflatables User Guide
Safety Instructions
CAREFULLY READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
- This safety footwear is designed to minimise the risk of injury from the specific hazards as identified by the marking on the particular product (see marking codes below). However, always remember it is designed to be used in conjunction with a safe working environment and will not completely prevent injury if an accident occurs which exceeds the testing limits of EN ISO20345:2011.
- This safety footwear is manufactured using both synthetic and natural materials which conform to the relevant sections of EN ISO 20345:2011 for performance and quality.
- This safety footwear protects the wearer’s toes against risk of injury from falling objects and crushing when worn in industrial and commercial environments where potential hazards occur with the following protection:
SB: Impact protection provided is 200 Joules. Compression protection provided is 15,000 Newton’s.
Additional protection may be provided and is identified on the product by its marking as follows, please refer to the label on the inside of the footwear.
Additional Protection Marking Code
- HRO Heat resistant outsole compound tested at 300oC
- P Penetration resistant outsole tested at 1100 newtons
- A Antistatic (Range of 100 kΩ to 1000 MΩ)
- C Conductive (Max 100 kΩ)
- HI Insulation against Heat
- CI Insulation against cold
- E Energy absorption of the seat region tested at 20 joules
- WRU Water resistant upper leather
- M Metatarsal protection 100J impact energy
- FO Resistance to fuel oil
- WR Water resistant footwear
- AN Ankle protection
Additionally there are the following short codes for commonly used combinations of optional categories of protection:
- S1 = Upper from material other than all rubber or polymeric + Closed seat region + SB + A + E
- S2 = S1 + WRU
- S3 = S2 + P + Cleated Outsoles
- S4 = Closed seat region + A + E + FO
- S5 = S4 +P +Cleated outsole
Slip Resistance
This footwear has been successfully tested against EN ISO 20345:2011 clause 5.3.5 for slip resistance and the following marking symbols apply.
Marking of product for slip resistance properties marking codes;
- Ceramic tile with sodium lauryl sulphate: SRA
- Steel with glycerol: SRB
- Ceramic tile with sodium lauryl sulphate & Steel with glycerol: SRC
In any situation involving slip, the floor surface itself and other (non- footwear) factors will have an important bearing on the performance of the footwear. It will therefore be impossible to make footwear resistant to slip under all conditions which may be encountered in wear.
- The integrity of the footwear shall be checked before use (presence of holes, cracks, tears, expiration date, etc.) and discard any footwear with defects before use.
- To put on and take off products, always fully undo the fastening systems. Only wear footwear of a suitable size. Products which are either too loose or too tight will restrict movement and will not provide the optimum level of protection. The size of these products are marked on them.
- To optimise protection, in some instances it may be necessary to use this footwear with additional PPE such as protective trousers or over gaiters. In this case, before carrying out the risk-related activity, consult your supplier to ensure that all your protective products are compatible and suitable for your application.
- When not in use, store the footwear in a well-ventilated area away from extremes of temperature. Never store the footwear underneath heavy items or in contact with sharp objects. If the footwear is wet, allow it to dry slowly and naturally away from direct heat sources before placing it into storage. Use suitable protective packaging to transport the footwear, e.g. the original container.
- Examine your footwear regularly for signs of wear and damage. If the footwear becomes damaged, it will NOT provide the optimum level of protection, and therefore should be replaced as soon as is practicable. Never knowingly wear damaged footwear while carrying out a risk related activity. If in doubt about the level of damage consult your supplier before using the footwear. Do not modify any part of the footwear.
- If you experience foot irritation or discomfort whilst using the footwear, do not continue to use the footwear and contact your supplier for advice.
- To ensure the best service and wear from your footwear clean your footwear regularly using high quality cleaning treatments recommended as suitable for the purpose. NEVER use caustic or corrosive cleaning agents or products that could affect the integrity of your PPE.
- This footwear must not be worn without hose or socks.
- The footwear is supplied with a removable footbed (also known as in-sock or insole) which was in place during testing. The footbed should remain in place whilst the footwear is in use. It should only be replaced by a comparable footbed supplied by the original manufacturer. Safety Footwear with non-removable footbeds were tested in this condition and may not meet the standards if footbeds are inserted.
- The exact useful life of the product will greatly depend on how and where it is worn and cared for. It is therefore very important that you carefully examine the footwear before use and replace as soon as it appears to be unfit for wear. Careful attention should be paid to the condition of the upper stitching, wear in the outsole tread pattern and the condition of the upper/outsole bond.
- The penetration resistance of this footwear has been measured in the laboratory using a truncated nail of diameter 4,5 mm and a force of 1100 N. Higher forces or nails of smaller diameter will increase the risk of penetration occurring. In such circumstances alternative preventative measures should be considered two generic types of penetration resistant insert are currently available in PPE footwear. These are metal types and those from non-metal materials. Both types meet the minimum requirements for penetration resistance of the standard marked on this footwear but each has different additional advantages or disadvantages including the following:
- Metal: Is less affected by the shape of the sharp object/ hazard (ie diameter, geometry, sharpness) but due to shoemaking limitations does not cover the entire lower area of the shoe.
- Non-metal: May be lighter, more flexible and provide greater coverage area when compared with metal but the penetration resistance may vary more depending on the shape of the sharp object / hazard (ie diameter, geometry, sharpness).
- For more information about the type of penetration resistant insert provided in your footwear please contact the manufacturer or supplier detailed on these instructions.
ANTISTATIC FOOTWEAR
Antistatic footwear should be used if it is necessary to minimise
electrostatic build up by dissipating electrostatic charges, thus avoiding the
risk of spark ignition of, for example flammable substances and vapours, and
if the risk of electric shock from any electrical apparatus or live parts has
not been completely eliminated. It should be noted, however, that antistatic
footwear cannot guarantee an adequate protection against electric shock as it
introduces only a resistance between foot and floor. If the risk of electric
shock has not been completely eliminated, additional measures to avoid this
risk are essential. Such measures, as well as the additional tests mentioned
below, should be a routine part of the accident prevention programme of the
workplace.
Experience has shown that, for antistatic purposes, the discharge path through
a product should normally have an electrical resistance of less than 1000MΩ at
any time throughout its useful life. A value of 100KΩ is specified as the
lowest limit of resistance of a product when new, in order to ensure some
limited protection against dangerous electric shock or ignition in the event
of any electrical apparatus becoming defective when operating at voltages up
to 250V.
However, under certain conditions, users should be aware that the footwear
might give inadequate protection and additional provisions to protect the
wearer should be taken at all times. The electrical resistance of this type of
footwear can be changed significantly by flexing, contamination or moisture.
This footwear will not perform its intended function if worn in wet
conditions. It is, therefore, necessary to ensure that the product is capable
of fulfilling its designed function in dissipating electrostatic charges and
also giving some protection during the whole of its life. The user is
recommended to establish an in-house test for electrical resistance and use
it at regular and frequent intervals.
Classification I footwear can absorb moisture if worn for prolonged periods
and in moist and wet conditions can become conductive.
If the footwear is worn in wet conditions where the soling material becomes
contaminated, wearers should always check the electrical properties of the
footwear before entering a hazard area.
Where antistatic footwear is in use, the resistance of the flooring surface should be such that it does not invalidate the protection provided by the footwear. In use, no insulating elements, with the exception of normal hose should be introduced between the inner sole of the footwear and the foot of the wearer. If any insert is put between the inner sole and the foot, the combination footwear/ insert should be checked for its electrical properties.
Contact US
SATRA
Technology
UK
CA
SATRA Technology Centre Ltd Wyndham Way Telford
Way Kettering Northamptonshire, NN16 8SD
United Kingdom
UKCA APPROVED BODY NUMBER: AB0321
This safety Footwear complies with PPE regulation (EU) 2016/425 as brought
into UK Law and amended and meets the requirements of the
European Standard EN ISO 20345:2011
SATRA Technology Europe Ltd, Bracetown Business Park, Clonee, Dublin 15, Ireland
EU NOTIFIED BODY NUMBER: NB2777
This Safety Footwear complies with the Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and meets the
requirements of the European Standard
EN ISO 20345:2011.
The specification Sheet, EU/UKCA Declaration of Conformity and EU/UKCA
Type Examination Certificate for this safety footwear can be easily obtained
from the following sources;
www.wrsinternational.com
The information can be found on the relevant product page
Call +32 (0) 56 21 38 62
Stating the style reference that you require information on
Contact the distributor that sold you this safety footwear
WRS International BV
Krommebeekstraat 44, B-8930
Menen, Belgium
Tel: +32 (0) 56 21 38 62
Web: www.wrsinternational.com
References
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