IS 14544: 1998
Footwear - Leather safety footwear with direct moulded polyvinyl chloride (PVC) sole
1. Summary about Leather Safety Footwear with Direct Moulded Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Sole
This footwear features a leather upper combined with a directly moulded PVC sole, providing resistance to water, oils, and chemicals. It is widely used in manufacturing, maintenance, and industrial operations.
2. Why BIS Certificate is Mandatory for Leather Safety Footwear with Direct Moulded Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Sole
BIS certification is mandatory to ensure adequate protection, sole adhesion, and durability. Failure of safety footwear can result in injuries in hazardous workplaces.
3. What is BIS Certified for Leather Safety Footwear with Direct Moulded Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Sole
BIS certification confirms compliance with Indian Standards covering PVC sole performance, adhesion strength, slip resistance, and leather quality.
Tests required for Leather Safety Footwear with Direct Moulded Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Sole
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Design | Required |
| Fitting | Required |
| Height of Upper | Required |
| Construction | Required |
| Ergonomic feature | Required |
| Upper-outsole bond strength | Required |
| Slip resistance | Optional |
| Resistance to fuel oil | Required |
| Impact resistance of footwear | Required |
| Compression resistance of footwear | Required |
| Corrosion resistance | Required |
| Tear strength | Required |
| Tensile strength | Required |
| Water vapour permeability and coefficient | Optional |
| Abrasion resistance | Optional |
| Toe caps | Optional |
| Thickness | Required |
| Water absorption and desorption | Required |
| Stiffener | Optional |
| Tongue | Optional |
| Closing thread | Required |
| Thickness, cleat area and cleat height | Required |
| Flexing resistance | Optional |
| Interlayer bond strength | Required |
| Material of laces | Required |
| Colour Fastness | Required |
| Breaking load | Required |
| Chemical as per Table 1 of IS 17011 | Optional |
| Volatile conten | Required |
| Antistatic | Required |
| Conductive | Required |
| cold insulation | Required |
| heat insulation | Required |
4. Benefits of BIS Certification for Leather Safety Footwear with Direct Moulded Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Sole
- Ensures protection against industrial hazards
- Mandatory for regulated workplaces
- Improves resistance to chemicals and moisture
- Reduces footwear failure risk
- Builds confidence among employers and workers