ASTM F2412 : 11

Standard Test Methods for Foot Protection

Standard Details

1.1 These test methods measure the resistance of footwear to a variety of hazards that can potentially result in injury.

1.2 These test methods may be used to test for compliance to minimum performance requirements in established safety StandardDetails.

1.2.1 By agreement between the purchaser and the supplier, or as required by established safety StandardDetails, these test methods can be used to determine any one, or all of the following: (1) impact resistance (I), (2) compression resistance (C), (3) metatarsal impact resistance (Mt), (4) resistance to electrical conductivity (Cd), (5) resistance to electric hazard (EH), (6) static dissipative performance (SD), and (7) puncture resistance (PR).

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

General Information

Status : Historical

Standard Type: Main

Document No: ASTM F2412 : 11

Document Year: 2011

Pages: 17

Section Volume:
15.07 Volume 15.07 Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces and Facilities; Pedestrian/Walkway Safety and Footwear; Amusement Rides and Devices; Snow Skiing