Slips, trips and falls are responsible for 44% of all workplace injuries, making them a leading cause of workplace accidents. A reliable way to reduce this risk is to wear non-slip shoes that are designed to work well on wet and other slippery surfaces.
More and more people are choosing these shoes to prevent injuries and avoid potential hazards, so now is the perfect time to stock up. But before we do, let’s look at what non-slip shoes consist of, and how to choose the best kind for your business.
Table of Contents
What are non-slip shoes?
Which non-slip shoes are best suited?
How to know if shoes are non-slip? Outsole
labeled as anti-slip
Standard
Outsole material
Deep grooves
Tread pattern
Outsole thickness
Conclusion
What are non slip shoes?
Non-slip shoes are designed to increase contact with the ground and reduce the risk of falling or slipping on slippery surfaces. Their soles and tread patterns are specially designed to increase friction and maintain grip on wet or oily floors.
Which non-slippery shoes are best suited?
The table below takes a closer look at which people benefit most from wearing anti-slip shoes:
