10 pairs of comfortable shoes for working on your feet

Do your employees spend most of their working time on their feet? Whether they remain stationary at their workstation or walk for hours, prolonged standing can have negative effects on their bodies. To counteract these effects, in its report entitled “Prolonged Static Standing”, the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work strongly recommends wearing high-quality, comfortable work shoes.

In this article, we would like to introduce you to 10 pairs of comfortable shoes for working on your feet, so that in future your employees can get through their workday feeling light on their feet.

Models by Shoes For Crews

At Shoes For Crews, we offer a varied catalogue of work and safety shoes that we make with special attention to:

• Safety : our models feature a patented slip-resistant outsole whose SRC test results far exceed the standard for slip resistance and grip. 
• Durability  of our products, because we know that investing in durable models with excellent value for money is essential for any business that needs to manage its budget.
• Comfort :. we believe that equipping employees with quality footwear is a way to improve their working conditions.
• Style: from sneakers and ballet flats to clogs and elegant lace-up shoes, our models meet standards while adapting to the style of your uniforms, from the most classic to the most modern.

Here are 10 models created on these principles, with their main features presented below.

1. Everlight, the perfect sneaker to keep up the pace

With its featherweight design (191 g per shoe), the Everlight is an ideal shoe for standing thanks to its lightweight foam construction, which provides an extra dose of comfort. It also features a ventilated leather upper, while its slip-resistant outsole includes our patented clog-resistant and Easy Clean technologies for even easier cleaning. Available in black or grey and blue, this on-trend runner-style sneaker comes in men's and women's sizes.

2. Condor, the certified work sneaker

To ensure your teams' safety, Shoes For Crews has created a multi-purpose sneaker with an ultra-high-performance slip-resistant outsole and a wider heel for even greater grip. Highly stylish, it is made with canvas supported by a leather structure that allows good ventilation. For optimal comfort throughout the workday, it has a cushioned removable insole, padded collar and padded tongue.

3. Zinc, the work clog with a strap 

Available in white and black, our Zinc clog certified EN ISO 20347:2012 (OB E SRC) features a heel strap and is made from extra-lightweight, water-resistant EVA to keep feet dry. Its seamless design also makes it very easy to clean. If we had to define this model, we would say that it is practical, comfortable and secure thanks to its slip-resistant outsole.

4. Triston II OB, the strapless work clog

Also certified EN ISO 20347:2012 (OB E SRC), Triston is our strapless work clog with slip-resistant and clog-resistant properties. Lightweight and water-resistant, it also features a removable EVA insole.

5. Gusto 81, the safety shoe

The Gusto 81 model is an S3 safety shoe certified according to EN ISO 20345:2011. Ideal for bakers, pastry chefs and butchers, this white shoe features a 200-joule-resistant nano-composite toe cap and a slip-resistant, clog-resistant, puncture-resistant outsole. Waterproof, it is also easy to maintain thanks to its laceless design.

6. Sentinel, the two-tone safety boot

If you are looking for insulated boots that protect your employees against temperatures down to -20 ºC while offering them the features of a shoe designed for standing all day, our Sentinel boot is the model for you. With a steel toe cap, polyurethane upper, 36 cm height, slip-resistant and clog-resistant outsole, plus a cushioned removable insole, it has the essential features needed to be comfortable and prevent the risks associated with occupations such as fishmongering.

7. Colly, the casual-look safety sneaker

Meeting the requirements of EN ISO 20345:2011, the Colly is one of our latest safety sneaker models. Made with a 200-joule-resistant nano-composite toe cap, it features a slip-resistant, clog-resistant outsole equipped with our TripGuard (anti-trip) technology. Combining safety, comfort and style, it is a perfect model if you want a casual-looking shoe for supermarket staff who spend most of their shift on their feet.

8. Fergus, the classic safety sneaker

Our Fergus model is a unisex safety sneaker designed to prevent the common risks faced by supermarket and shelf-stocking staff. Available in black or denim, it has a more classic look that can complement different types of uniforms while offering a high level of safety.

9. Mary Jane II, the comfortable ballet flat

This women's shoe certified EN ISO 20347:2012 (OB E SRC) is particularly suited to cashier positions, as it combines comfort and style in one and the same model. Its elegant design features a close fit and an adjustable strap. From a technical standpoint, this model has a steel shank as well as a water-resistant leather upper.

10. Cambridge III, the classic lace-up shoe 

This classic model is ideal for completing the most elegant uniforms. It features a leather upper, cushioned removable insole and padded collar for added comfort. Thanks to its slip-resistant outsole with reinforced stitching, it combines comfort and style with safety.

If you are looking for work or safety shoes for your employees, we invite you to contact our Shoes For Crews team of experts, who will make a tailored proposal for your business.