If you work construction, you don't need us to tell you that a building site has its fair share of dangers. Working with concrete, scaffolding, and heavy machinery, as part of a team specialized in a wide variety of trades, the safety of yourself and your co-workers should always be the number one priority. For your boots, a steel or composite safety toe will probably be required, and a boot that's not designed for comfort and support will leave you sore at the end of the day.

Plumbers are often dealing with wet working environments and sometimes with abrasive chemicals, so choosing a waterproof, non-slip work boot makes sense. Our Maxwear wedge outsoles provide super traction on slippery surfaces while the Goodyear storm welt construction means your boots will last for years before needing re-soling. The 8" height on some of these, and the added safety toes, provide extra support and ankle protection from the pipes you drop or the sewer water you might have to stand in.

There are a few factors you need to pay attention to when selecting your boots. If you're new to the trade, familiarize yourself with the ASTM and OSHA codes for protection. The "EH" code on work boots stands for "electrical hazard" protection and although a safety toe isn't required, it's not uncommon for accidents to happen on the job site. A steel toe isn't considered a safety hazard, as long as the steel isn't exposed on the outside of the work boot or in contact with the foot on the inside. Basically, the OSHA is trying to prevent an electrical circuit from completing to the ground and leaving you a little crispy.

As a concrete worker, you need work boots that give your feet protection while providing comfort and cushion for those long days outdoors on uneven ground. Choose a work boot can handle rugged terrain and wide temperature ranges, while standing up to all sorts of abuse. Safety toe boots are typically preferred in this line of work. While no boot lasts forever, concrete work can be especially wearing, even on a well-crafted boot, so don't forget that you can get extra mileage out of your pair by sending them in to us for re-soling.