Discover Shoes For Crews ISO 16604-certified safety shoes resistant to bloodborne pathogens

In high-risk environments such as hospitals, nursing homes or emergency services, personal protective equipment provides an essential barrier against infections. And while footwear often plays an overlooked role, it is nevertheless in direct contact with contaminated floors, which can potentially carry bloodborne pathogens.

For this reason, Shoes For Crews offers models certified to ISO 16604, an international standard ensuring effective resistance to this contamination. Combining technology, durability and comfort, these shoes become a strategic asset for choosing certified, ready-to-use solutions. Now is the time to take a decisive step towards complete safety.

Technology serving safety : resistance to pathogens

In healthcare facilities and high-risk environments, the risk of infection does not come solely from direct human contact or the surrounding air. Floors, corridors and other shared surfaces can harbour dangerous pathogens. Shoes, which are constantly in contact with these surfaces, become potential vectors for transmitting bacteria, fungi and viruses.

This is where safety shoes designed with resistance to bloodborne pathogens come in, such as those in the Shoes For Crews Tactical range. They are designed to integrate into infection-control protocols, limiting the transfer of micro-organisms from one area to another.

Why are these shoes essential to your hygiene protocol ?

Infection prevention teams must manage numerous potential points of contamination. Safety shoes, which are in constant contact with floors, represent an essential link in the protection chain. Shoes For Crews has therefore designed a targeted, reliable and durable solution to address these challenges.

The key benefits of ISO 16604-certified safety shoes

To provide the best possible resistance to different bloodborne pathogens, our models feature a range of characteristics :

• Technology integrated into the materials
  • Prevents the proliferation of micro-organisms (bacteria, fungi…)
  • Protects not only the wearer, but also the working environment
• Durable, easy-to-clean materials
  • Designed to withstand frequent cleaning without losing effectiveness
  • Maintain their resistance properties throughout their use
• Slip-resistant outsoles
  • Reduce slip risks, particularly in wet areas
  • Limit the risk of spreading pathogens during falls or sudden movements
• Odour control
  • Interior treated against bacteria responsible for unpleasant odours
  • Promotes comfortable wear even during long working days
• Long-lasting protection
  • Resistance to pathogens maintained throughout the life of the shoe
  • Fewer replacements required, for a better return on investment

In addition to these technical features, these shoes are designed to integrate easily into existing hygiene procedures. They do not require changes to protocols, but strengthen their effectiveness. Choosing ISO 16604-certified shoes resistant to bloodborne pathogens is a major step forward: towards equipment that is truly aligned with on-the-ground realities and the strictest safety requirements.

Selection of ISO 16604-certified safety shoes resistant to bloodborne pathogens

Within our range of shoes for military personnel, paramedics, police officers and security personnel (M.A.P.S), a large number of our models are resistant to bloodborne pathogens. Here is a targeted selection to help you make your choice.

Guard High : the all-terrain safety shoe

The Guard High model, a best-seller in our M.A.P.S range, is undoubtedly the ideal safety shoe for high-risk environments. Unisex and certified EN ISO 20345:2022 [S7L HRO SR ESD LG], it has all the features sought by exposed personnel : a composite toe cap that can withstand impacts of up to 200 joules, an ultra slip-resistant, TripGuard-certified anti-trip outsole, a heat-resistant outsole up to 300 °C, and of course resistance to penetration by bloodborne pathogens.

It also delivers on comfort, with enhanced cushioning, a removable padded recycled EVA insole, a waterproof coated leather upper, and a weight of 775 grams per shoe (in size 43). The perfect safety shoe to meet all your employees’ needs.

Carrig Low : a discreet safety shoe

When choosing the right shoe, safety must be considered without compromising comfort. That is exactly what the Carrig Low  offers: a unisex model certified EN ISO 20345:2022 [O6 HI CI SR ESD LG] that is perfect for every need. Its removable padded recycled EVA insole, enhanced cushioning with an energy-absorbing heel construction, recycled polyester lining, and weight of just 526 grams per shoe (in size 43) make it a symbol of dependable comfort.

Of course, safety is at the core of this model to meet all your teams’ needs : an ultra slip-resistant, TripGuard-certified anti-trip outsole, a blend of durable waterproof materials, a design that provides protection against heat and cold, and resistance to penetration by bloodborne pathogens. 

Defense Mid : versatility at its best

For people working in high-risk areas, the Defense Mid model is the ideal ally. Thanks to its mid-cut design, it offers additional ankle support, while featuring a side zip for easy putting on and taking off. Certified [O6 HRO SR ESD LG], this unisex shoe features an ultra slip-resistant, TripGuard-certified anti-trip outsole, a heat-resistant outsole up to 300 °C, as well as resistance to penetration by bloodborne pathogens.

Comfort is also an integral part of the Defense Mid, with a removable padded recycled EVA insole, enhanced cushioning and an energy-absorbing heel construction, a recycled polyester lining, and a weight of only 508 grams per shoe (in size 39). In short, a versatile model to protect your teams in every situation.

Shoes For Crews offers much more than safety shoes: they provide an effective technological barrier against bloodborne pathogens, which are central to today’s health concerns. Thanks to their durable design, resistance to bloodborne pathogens and comfort, they meet the requirements of high-risk environments. So, if you would like to equip your employees with ISO 16604-certified safety shoes, we invite you to discover our catalogue or contact our Shoes For Crews experts, leaders in slip-resistant footwear since 1984, who will guide you through our available models.