Honeywell MTS 16034 RIGI FLEX Safety Footwear User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- Honeywell
Table of Contents
USER INFORMATION
CARE OF YOUR FOOTWEAR
For your safety and comfort our footwear has been made with the greatest of
care from top quality materials using the latest technology.
The shoes must be stored in an appropriate manner, if possible, in the shoe
box and a dry room. A general expiry date cannot be indicated due to very
different influencing factors.
Furthermore, the due date depends on the wear and tear, the type of use and
the application.
DRYING AND CLEANING
After use leave your footwear to dry in an aired place away from heat. Remove
any excess dust or dirt with a brush.
Remove any marks using a damp cloth and soap if necessary. Finally polish any
grain or pigmented leathers using a commercially available shoe care product.
USAGE
If the shoe has a closing system (e.g. laces, heel strap, or mechanical
system), you must release it before putting on the shoe and tie or close it
when the shoe is well adapted to the foot.
The mark CE on this product shows that :
It satisfies the essential requirements provided by the European Regulation
(EU) 2016/425 :
- Safety «Comfort » Wear resistance
That this footwear has been EU type approved by a competent organization (see label). The EU declaration of conformity is available at : https://doc.honeywellsafety.com.
If the UKCA marking is on the label, the UKCA marking was issued for this PPE by SATRA technology centre Ltd (AB0321) and satisfies the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation
“Regulation (EU) 2016/425 as brought into UK law and amended”
General information :
The safety footwear meets the requirements of EN ISO 20345:2022 and fulfill
beyond that in most cases the supplementary requirements (S1, S2, S3, S3L,
S3S, S4, 55, SSL, S53, S6, 57, S7L, S73), in some cases the basic requirements
(SB).
The occupational footwear meets the requirements of EN ISO 20347:2022 and
fulfill beyond that in most cases the supplementary requirements (01, O2, 03,
O3L, 03S, 04, 05, OSL, O5L, 06, 07, O7L, 07S), in some cases the basic
requirements (OB).
The EN ISO 20345:2022 and EN ISO 20347:2022 marking on the product guarantees:
In terms of comfort and wear resistance a level of acceptable quality as
defined by an agreed European standard:
The presence of a safety toe cap giving protection against an impact
equivalent to 200 joules and against compression under a load of 15 KN for the
EN ISO 20345:2022 Nevertheless, for certain applications additional
requirements can be provided.
In order that you are aware of the degree of protection provided by this
footwear see the table below.
| Requirements | Class I | Class II |
|---|---|---|
| Safety footwear | SB | S1 |
S5S
Occupational footwear| OB| 1| 2| 3| 03L| 03S| 6| 7| 07L| 07S| OB| 4| 5| 05L|
05S
Basic footwear| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X
Closed heel area| | X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| | X| X| X| X
Antistatic| | X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| | X| X| X| X
Energy absorption of seat region| | X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| | X| X| X| X
Water penetration & absorption (WPA)| | | X| X| X| X| X| X| X| X| | | | |
Water resistance of whole footwear (WR)| | | | | | | X| X| X| X| | | | |
Sole penetration resistance Metal insert type P| | | | X| | | | X| | | | | X|
|
Sole penetration resistance Non-metal insert| | | | | X| | | | X| | | | | X|
Sole penetration resistance Non-metal insert| | | | | | X| | | | X| | | | | X
Cleated outsole| | | | X| X| X| | X| X| X| | | X| X| X
Slip resistance is highly dependent on the test conditions, and the particular
combination of surface and contaminant. It would therefore be prudent to test
footwear , as far as is practicable, against real-life surfaces and other
challenges.
Caution should be applied when testing or using footwear on profiled floors.
Such combinations may give the impression of providing slip resistance through
friction; in many cases this impression could be misleading. Specific tread
patterns may interlock with profiled floors. This interaction can change
quickly with even a small amount of wear.
The values indicated in the table below correspond to the minimum coefficient
of friction requirement for slip resistance according to the standard EN ISO
20345:2022 and EN ISO 20347:2022.
Surface| Liquid| Minimum requirements| | Surface| Liquid| Additional req
uirements (SR)
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Condition A (forward heel slip)| Condition B (backward forepart slip)|
Condition C (forward heel slip)| Condition D (backward forepart slip)
Ceramic tile floor| Sodium Lauryl sulfate (NaLS)| ≥ 0.31| ≥ 0.36| Ceramic tile
floor| Glycerine| ≥ 0.19| ≥ 0.22
Other additional requirements for special applications with appropriate
symbols for marking :
P : Perforation resistance with metal insert type P
PL : Perforation resistance with non-metal insert ty pe PL
PS : Perforation resistance with non-metal insert ty pe PS
A: Antistatic footwear
C : Partially conductive footwear
HI : Heat insulation of the sole complex
Cl : Cold insulation of the sole complex
E : Energy absorption of the seat region
WR : Water resistance of the whole footwear
M : Metatarsal protection
AN : Ankle protection
CR : Cut resistance
SC : Scuff cap abrasion
SR : Slip resistance on ceramic tile floor with glycerine
WPA : Water penetration and absorption
FO : Resistance of the outsole to fuel oil
HRO : Resistance of the outsole to hot contact
LG : Ladder Grip
The water penetration and absorption resistance properties (WPA, S2, S3, S3L,
S3S, 02, 03, O3L, 03S) only concern the upper materials and do not guarantee
th Naterproofness of the footwear.
If there are none of these additional marks, the risks described above are not
covered.
These guarantees are valid for footwear in good condition and the company
cannot be held responsible for any usage not provided for within the framework
of this current information notice.
Ne ask that you read the following carefully in order to make the best
possible use of the professional footwear you have just received.
If the footwear is supplied with a removable insock, testing was carried out
with the insock in place. Footwear should only be the insock in place and the
ins ock shall only be replaced by a comparable insock supplied by the original
footwear man
If the footwear is supplied without an insock, testing was carried out with no
insock present. Fitting an insock can affect the protective properties of the
f
If the footwear is supplied with a part of, or the whole sole unit made of
polyurethane :
We advise that the footwear should be used in the limit of 3 years following
the manufacturing date, which figures on the footwear (label or
If the footwear is supplied with a sole unit made from a material other
than polyurethane :
We advise that the footwear should be used in the limit of 5 years following
the manufacturing date, which figures on the footwear (label or
In both cases, after this time limit, certain factors such as: exposure to
sunlight, hydrometry, temperature changes, could cause a modification in the
structure of the ma terial, which would no longer maintain the same
performance levels with regards to the requirements defined in the European
Regulation (EU) 2016/425. These time limits in dicated, concern only new
footwear in their original packaging, kept in a controlled stock area, not
subject to rapid changes in temperature or humidity levels.
This footwear has been designed and made taking your requirements into account
and we hope that they will serve you well.
If the footwear has perforation resistance :
The perforation resistance of this footwear has been measured in the
laboratory using standardized nails and forces. Nails of smaller diameter and
higher static or dynam ic loads will increase the risk of perforation
occurring. In such circumstances, additional preventative measures should be
considered.
Three generic types of perforation resistant inserts are currently available
in PPE footwear. These are metal types and from non-metal materials, which
shall be ch osen on basis of a job-related risk assessment. All types give
protection against perforation risks, but each has different additional
advantages or disadvantages including the follow ing :
Metal (e.g. S1P, S3) : Is less affected by the shape of the sharp
object/hazard (i.e. diameter, geometry, sharpness) but due to shoemaking
techniques may not cover the entire
Non-metal (PS or PL or category e.g. S1PS, S3L): May be lighter, more
flexible and provide greater coverage area, but the perforation resistance may
vary more depending on the shape of the sharp object/hazard (i.e. diameter,
geometry, sharpness). Two types in terms of the protection afforded are
available. Type PS may offer more appropriate protection from smaller diameter
objects than type PL.
If footwear has antistatic features, it is essential that the following
recommendations are observed: “ Antistatic footwear should be used if it is
necessary to minimize 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 mains voltage
equipment cannot be completely eliminated from the workplace. Antistatic
footwear introduces a resistance between the foot and ground but may not offer
complete protection. Antistatic footwear is not suitable for work on live
electrical installations. It should be noted, however, that antistatic
footwear cannot guarantee adequate protection against electric shock from a
static discharge as it only introduces a resistance between foot and floor. If
the risk of static discharge electric shock, has not been completely
eliminated, additional measures to avoid these risks are essential. Such
measures, as well as the additional tests mentioned below, should be a routine
part of the accident prevention program at the workplace.
Antistatic footwear will not provide protection against electric shock from AC
or DC voltages. If the risk of being exposed to any AC or DC voltage exists,
then electrical insulating footwear shall be used to protect from against
serious injury.
The electrical resistance of antistatic footwear can be changed significantly
by flexing, contamination or moisture. This footwear might not perform its
intended function if worn in wet conditions.
Class | footwear can absorb moisture and can become conductive if worn for
prolonged periods in moist and wet conditions. Class I| footwear is resistant
to moist and wet conditions and should be used is if the risk of exposure
exists.
If the footwear is worn in conditions where the soling material becomes
contaminated, wearers should always check the antistatic properties of the
footwear before entering a hazard area.
Where antistatic footwear is in use, the resistance of the flooring should be
such that it does not invalidate the protection provided by the footwear.”
It is recommended to use an antistatic sock.
“It is, therefore, necessary to ensure, that the combination of the footwear
its wearers and their environment is capable, to fulfil the designed function
of dissipating electrostatic charges, and of giving some protection during its
entire life. Thus, it is recommended, that the user establish an in-house
test for electrical resistance, which Is carried out at regular and frequent
intervals.”
If footwear has partially conductive features, it is essential that the
following recommendations are observed:
“Electrically partially conductive footwear should be used if it is necessary
to minimize electrostatic charges in the shortest possible time, e.g. when
handling explosives.
Electrically partially conductive footwear should not be used, if the risk of
shock from any electrical apparatus or live parts with AC or DC voltages has
not been completely eliminated. In order to ensure that this footwear is
partially conductive, it has been specified to have an upper limit of
resistance of 100 kQ in its new state.
During service, the electrical resistance of footwear made from conducting
material can change significantly due to flexing and contamination, and it is
necessary to ensure, that the product is capable of fulfilling its designed
function of dissipating electrostatic charges during its entire life. Where
necessary, it is therefore recommended, that the user establish an in-house
test for electrical resistance and use it at regular intervals. This test and
those mentioned below should be a routine part of the accident prevention
program at the workplace.
If the footwear is worn in conditions where the soling material becomes
contaminated with substances that can increase the electrical resistance of
the footwear, wearers should always check the electrical properties of their
footwear before entering a hazard area.
It is recommended to use an electrical dissipative sock.
Where partially conductive footwear is in use, the resistance of the flooring
should be such that it does not invalidate the protection provided by the
footwear. In use, no insulating elements should be introduced between the
inner sole of the footwear and the foot of the wearer. If an insert (i.e.
insocks, socks) is put between the inner sole and the foot the combination
footwear/insert should be checked for its electrical properties.”
The footwear shall not be modified, except for orthopedic adaptations
according to Annex A of the standard
Orthopedic changes and adjustments of safety footwear: If the safety
footwear acquired by you is with certain restrictions orthopedically
changeable and/or adaptable.
Information about the orthopedic changes which can be made according to the
undergone prototype test and the certificate can be found in the internet on
the website www.honeywellsafety.com together
with a reference of qualified partners, which take care on these changes.
ESD Instructions for safety footwear
The symbol ESD: stands for Electric Static Discharge.
Conditions of use: The areas in which ESD footwear are used are: semiconductor
electronic industry, fine chemistry (explosion hazards) and all other white
room use.
Access to these areas: Staff access into these areas is stringently secure,
with entry following a control of PPE performance and compliance on the part
of the user utilizing an adapted system, to ensure compliance with tolerances
ESD footwear compliance: Footwear marked as ESD has been tested in an approved
laboratory according to standard EN IEC 61340-4-3:2018
Other provisions: They are identical to those provided in the user information
of safety footwear, in accordance with standard EN ISO 20345:2022 and
occupational footwear, in accordance with the standard EN ISO 20347:2022.
Criteria for the assessment of the state of footwear
- Beginning of pronounced and deep cracking affecting half of the upper material thickness (fig. a)
- Strong abrasion of the upper material, especially if the toe puff or the toecap is revealed (fig. b)
- The upper shows areas with deformations or split seams in the leg (fig. c)
- The outsole shows cracks higher than 10 mm long and 3 mm deep (fig. d)
- Upper/outsole separation of more than 15 mm long and 5 mm deep (fig. g)
- Cleat height for cleated outsoles at any point lower than 1,5 mm (fig. e)
- Original insock/s (if any) showing pronounced deformation and crushing
- Destruction of the lining or sharp borders of the toe protection which could cause wounds (fig. f)
- Delamination of the soling materials (fig. h)
- Pronounced deformation of the outsole due to heat exposure any of the following causes (fig. i)
- joining of 2 or more cleats due to the material melting.
- decrease of the height of any cleat to less than 1,5 mm.
- omelting of the outside of the cleat and the midsole becomes visible.
- The closing mechanism is not in working order (zip, laces, eyelets, touch, and close system).
Control condition for electrical measurements
| Preconditioning| Conditioning| Measurement
Hours (h)| 72 +10 0| 72 +10 0|
Temperature (°C)| 40 ± 3| 23 ± 3| 23 ± 3
Relative humidly (% RH)| <15| 12 ± 3| 12 ± 3
HONEYWELL SAFETY PRODUCT EUROPE SAS
ZI Paris Nord It
33 rue des Vanesses – BP 55288 Villepinte,
95958 ROISSY CDG France
Tel: +33 (0) 49 90 79 79
EN ISO 20345 : 2022
EN ISO 20347 : 2022
4-07-2023
UKCA
AB0321
SATRA Technology Centre Ltd
Wyndham Way, Telford Way, Kettering
Northamptonshire
NN16 85D, United Kingdom
References
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