FAQ

There’s no single height that applies everywhere. Many countries require fall protection from about 2 m, but the rules vary by country and sector. Some have no minimum height at all. Always check your national regulations before choosing equipment.

In the US, OSHA sets the height by sector:

  • General industry: 1.2 m (4 ft)
  • Shipyards: 1.5 m (5 ft)
  • Construction: 1.8 m (6 ft)
  • Longshoring: 2.4 m (8 ft)

The ABCs are the three parts of a personal fall protection system: Anchorage, Body wear and Connector. All three must work together to stop a fall safely.

  • Anchorage: A secure point of attachment capable of supporting the system.
  • Body Wear: A full-body harness worn by the worker.
  • Connector: A lanyard or lifeline that connects the harness to the anchorage point.

Many systems also include descent or rescue equipment to retrieve a fallen worker safely.

The owner must check the equipment each time before use. A competent person must also inspect it at least once a year.

This must be done by someone who can identify existing and potential hazards and has the authority to take immediate corrective action if safety risks are detected. 

No. Equipment that has stopped a fall must never be used again, even if it looks undamaged. Take it out of service immediately, mark it clearly as unusable, and destroy or dispose of it according to your safety procedures.

Yes. Employers must have a documented fall rescue plan when workers use fall protection systems.

A rescue plan ensures that a fallen worker can be retrieved quickly and safely, reducing the risk of suspension trauma, which can occur when someone remains suspended in a harness for too long.

Fall prevention stops a worker from reaching the edge in the first place. Fall arrest stops a fall that’s already happening.

  • Prevention (restraint): guardrails, barriers and restraint systems.
  • Arrest: a harness with a shock-absorbing lanyard.

From an authorised Safety Jogger dealer. We only sell B2B, so you can’t buy directly from us or through our website. You can find a retailer near you through our dealer platform here. Your dealer can advise you on the right products, place your order and help with warranty or service questions.

If you’re interested in becoming a Safety Jogger dealer, create your dealer login to access our full range of PPE.

 

You can purchase Safety Jogger products from our authorised dealerships worldwide. Dealers are trained to provide product advice, handle orders, and assist with warranty or service requests. Find your nearest dealer here.

No, we currently do not sell directly to consumers. All purchases must be made through one of our official dealers. Find your nearest dealer here.

You can quickly locate a Safety Jogger dealer using our online tool.

Not always, but every dealer can order it. Stock varies by dealer, so a particular model, colour or size may not be on the shelf. Your dealer can order any item from the full Safety Jogger Works collection directly from us.

Return it to the dealer where you bought it. Each dealer handles returns and exchanges under its own policy and local regulations.

High-visibility clothing ensures that workers remain clearly visible under all conditions - whether in low light, fog, or high-traffic areas.

  • The bright fluorescent colours make workers stand out during the day.
  • The reflective strips ensure visibility at night or in poor lighting.
  • By increasing visibility, hi-vis clothing significantly reduces the risk of accidents and enhances overall safety in the workplace.

All Safety Jogger hi-vis products are EN ISO 20471 certified. This international standard is developed for high-visibility workwear and sets strict requirements for the colour, reflective tape, and overall design of the garments. The goal is to ensure high visibility and safety in different surroundings, including daylight, low-light, and nighttime conditions.

It depends on the risk. Class 3 is for the highest risk, Class 2 for medium risk and Class 1 for low risk. Higher classes use more fluorescent and reflective material.

  • Class 3: fast-moving traffic, heavy machinery or bad weather.
  • Class 2: construction sites, roadworks with slower traffic, or limited visibility.
  • Class 1: areas away from traffic, where visibility is less of a concern.

Safety glasses protect against flying particles from the front. Goggles seal around your eyes to keep out splashes, dust and debris from every direction.

  • Safety glasses: lightweight, shatter-resistant and often with UV protection. A wraparound design adds side coverage. Options include anti-scratch and anti-fog coatings and removable foam padding.
  • Safety goggles: cover the whole eye area for chemical splashes, dust and stronger impacts. They can be worn over prescription glasses.

Tip: Choosing the right safety eyewear depends on your work environment and the hazards you face.

All shoes comply with the American ASTM 2413 and European EN ISO 20345 regulations, potentially combined with other international standards such as AS/NZS, JIS, LA, SNI, SIRIM, GOST, and OHSC. Find a complete ISO 20345:2022 overview here.

The protection class labels SB, S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6 and S7 are safety categories for safety footwear defined under European standards (EN ISO 20345). They indicate the level of protection provided against workplace hazards. Find a complete ISO 20345:2022 overview here.

These markings specify extra protective features beyond the basic class. For example:

  • P / PL / PS: puncture resistance
  • SR: extra slip resistance, tested on a ceramic floor with glycerine
  • WR: water resistance of the whole shoe
  • HRO: heat-resistant outsole
  • HI / CI: heat insulation and cold insulation
  • ESD: protection against electrostatic discharge, for working with sensitive electronics

Such abbreviations help you quickly identify the added functionality of your safety footwear.

We use different outsole constructions tailored to the job:

  • PU (Polyurethane): Lightweight, flexible, shock-absorbing, slip-resistant.
  • PU/TPU: Combines comfort with higher abrasion resistance.
  • PU/Rubber or Rubber: Heat resistant (HRO up to 300°C), extremely durable, slip- and fuel/oil-resistant.
  • BASF-PU outsole: Increased resistance against ageing and hydrolysis.

Read more about hydrolysis here.

The difference is the toe protection.

  • Safety footwear (EN ISO 20345): a toe cap tested to 200 J impact and 15 kN compression.
  • Protective footwear (EN ISO 20346): a toe cap tested to 100 J impact and 10 kN compression.
  • Occupational footwear (EN ISO 20347): no toe cap required.

All four pass the same 200 J impact and 15 kN compression tests in a certified safety shoe, so the protection level is the same. The difference is weight, thickness and how they handle heat and cold.

  • Steel: very strong and thin, so the shoe looks less bulky. The most budget-friendly option.
  • Composite: about 30% lighter than steel. Metal-free, and doesn’t conduct heat or cold.
  • Aluminium: 30 to 50% lighter than steel, and non-magnetic.
  • Nanocarbon: the lightest option, about 50% lighter than steel. Metal-free, and doesn’t conduct heat or cold.

Read more about toe caps here.

EH-certified shoes are electrically insulating and designed to provide limited protection against electrocution.

Find out more about EH here.

Finding the right fit is easy with the Safety Jogger Foot Size App. You don’t even need to try the shoes on in person:

  1. Your employer will send you a download link.
  2. After installing the app, log in with the credentials you received.
  3. Prepare a blank A3 or A4 sheet of paper, remove your shoes, and put on dark socks.
  4. Follow the step-by-step instructions in the app to measure your feet accurately.

Download the Safety Jogger Foot Size App here: Google Play / Apple Store

There is no strict expiration date for safety shoes. It depends on how often and where they are used. As a guideline:

  • General use: around 1 year of effective protection
  • Heavy or harsh conditions: 3–6 months
  • Light, occasional use: possibly longer than 1 year

You should replace your shoes immediately if they suffer impact damage to the toe cap, have worn-out soles, show tears or damage to the uppers, or lose comfort and support. Safety should never be compromised.

Almost every Safety Jogger shoe is provided with an SR rated slip-resistant outsole. Safety Jogger SRC slip-resistant soles pass the SR test with glance, they do not only fulfil the minimum standards but exceed them remarkably! 

Learn more about slip-resistance ratings here.

Only insoles certified for that specific shoe. A standard orthopaedic insole changes how the shoe performs, so it may no longer meet its safety certification. You can replace a removable footbed with an identical one or a certified alternative. 

That is why Safety Jogger has partnered with the Dutch company NESKRID, which specialises in creating orthopaedic footbeds that meet both individual needs and the official safety footwear regulations. 

Want to know how NESKRID footbeds work? Read Individual orthopedic solutions for safety shoes | Safety Jogger

Follow the care instructions on the product sheet for your model, which you’ll find in the downloads section. Care differs by material.