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Electrical hazard, safety-toe shoes are nonconductive and will prevent the wearers’ feet from completing an electrical circuit to the ground. These shoes can protect against open circuits of up to 600 volts in dry conditions and should be used in conjunction with other insulating equipment and additional precautions to reduce the risk of a worker becoming a path for hazardous electrical energy. The insulating protection of electrical hazard, safety-toe shoes may be compromised if the shoes become wet, the soles are worn through, metal particles become embedded in the sole or heel, or workers touch conductive, grounded items. Note: Nonconductive footwear must not be used in explosive or hazardous. | TT A Occupational z k Safety and Health Ẫ z Jk Administration PersonalPrọtective Equipment OSHA 3151-12R 2003 This informational booklet provides a general overview of a particular topic related to OSHA standards. It does not alter or determine compliance responsibilities in OSHA standards or the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. Because interpretations and enforcement policy may change over time you should consult current OSHA administrative interpretations and decisions by the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission and the Courts for additional guidance on OSHA compliance requirements. This publication is in the public domain and may be reproduced fully or partially without permission. Source credit is requested but not required. This information is available to sensory impaired individuals upon request. Voice phone 202 693-1999 teletypewriter TTY number 877 889-5627. Personal Protective Equipment . Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA 3151-12R .