3 boot models for working in cold environments from Shoes For Crews

Certain professions involving occasional or permanent exposure to cold environments require protective measures to prevent harmful consequences for the health of those who carry them out. 

Working in certain areas of the food and pharmaceutical industries, in refrigerated or freezer rooms, maintaining direct contact with cold water, or carrying out agricultural or fishing work in extreme conditions exposes professionals to conditions against which the human body needs reinforcement to maintain its temperature. 

Risks and recommendations for working in low-temperature environments

If the necessary measures are not taken, including choosing suitable boots for working in the cold, harmful effects may occur in the worker's performance and health:

• Loss of dexterity. Being unable to control the cold reduces the worker's physical capacity and manual skill, and may cause confusion. 
• Pain sensation. A drop in body temperature in any part of the body causes pain and makes it impossible to move naturally.
• Respiratory and cardiovascular effects. In the most serious cases, heat loss poses a health risk due to difficulty breathing normally.

Occupational risk specialists offer a series of recommendations to make tasks easier for all professionals exposed to a cold environment:

• Availability of dry, warm rest areas. If the work takes place in a chamber or space with a temperature between 0 and -5ºC, taking a break every three hours is recommended. If the temperature is between -5ºC and -18ºC, a 15-minute break per hour is required. If it is below -18ºC, breaks should be taken every 45 minutes. 
• Training workers on the actions and risks of working at very low temperatures. 
• Maintaining a high-calorie diet accompanied by warm and hot drinks. Avoid alcoholic drinks and coffee. 
• Professional clothing with thermal protection. It is especially important to protect the head and extremities with professional clothing. 
• Professional, insulating and slip-resistant footwear that prevents cold and moisture from entering through the feet. Suitable boots for working in the cold are a highly convenient solution.

Shoes For Crews boots for working in the cold

At Shoes For Crews, we are aware of the importance of footwear in professional work and we offer a wide range adapted to the specific needs of any job, including work carried out in cold environments. Discover the boot models for working in the cold that enable professionals to perform their duties at full capacity and with maximum comfort in low-temperature work environments: 

1. Sentinel model

With insulation that provides protection at temperatures down to -20ºC, this boot helps keep feet warm in the coldest work environments. It is also designed with waterproof elements that keep feet dry when working with water or moisture. 

It has a unisex design and is available in three different colours: blue, green and white (with a blue sole). Its highly slip-resistant sole prevents slips, while its steel toe provides the protection needed by any professional working in low-temperature conditions. It also features a removable cushioned insole that provides comfort for the worker. 

2. Bastion model

Available in white or green, this waterproof boot with a 40-centimetre-high shaft provides warmth against extreme cold while working. Its features provide the wearer with ventilation that keeps feet free from moisture without losing warmth. 

Its steel toe withstands impacts of up to 200 joules. Ideal for achieving optimal insulation thanks to its PVC upper and sole, which also reduces the risk of slipping. A recommended option for those who need boots for working in the cold.

3. Guardian model

Comfort and stability are also defining features of this model, capable of repelling liquids thanks to the material from which it is made. It is a waterproof boot that, like the Bastion model, has a 40-centimetre-high shaft, providing a feeling of support and safety for the wearer. 

The exclusive slip-resistant sole found in Shoes For Crews footwear prevents trips, and its steel toe is likewise resistant to impacts of up to 200 joules. It features a PVC upper, and its removable cushioned insole, made with recycled EVA, provides the essential comfort workers need. 

Suitable footwear is essential for professionals working in low-temperature environments, and the Shoes For Crews boots for working in the cold presented here ensure they can carry out their work in maximum comfort. Would you like to know more about them? Contact us and we will provide specific information based on your needs. And if you would like to find out which footwear best suits your requirements, you can obtain all the information you need in our buying guide.