IS 17043 (Part-1): 2024
Footwear - Shoes for Services
1. Summary about Shoes for Services
Shoes for services are designed for personnel in uniformed services such as police, security, defense support units, and public services. They focus on durability, comfort, and suitability for long working hours.
2. Why BIS Certificate is Mandatory for Shoes for Services
BIS certification is mandatory to ensure consistent quality, comfort, and safety. Substandard footwear can cause fatigue, injuries, and reduced efficiency during duty.
3. What is BIS Certified for Shoes for Services
BIS certification verifies compliance with Indian Standards related to material quality, sole performance, durability, and ergonomic comfort.
Tests required for Shoes for Services
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Design | Required |
| Size | Required |
| Weight | Required |
| Height of upper | Required |
Properties of Whole Footwear
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Construction | Required |
| Ergonomic feature | Required |
| Upper outsole Bond strength | Required |
| Inter layer bond strength | Required |
| Slip Resistance | Optional |
Electrical properties
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Antistatic footwear | Optional |
| Heat Insulation of sole complex | Optional |
| Cold Insulation of sole complex | Optional |
| Energy absorption of seat region | Optional |
Upper
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Material and thickness | Optional |
| Additional test for upper leather | Optional |
| Tear strength | Optional |
| Water vapour permeability and coefficient | Optional |
| Water penetration and water absorption | Optional |
Lining material
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Thickness of lining material | Optional |
| Additional requirement for lining material | Optional |
| Tear strength | Optional |
| Abrasion resistance | Optional |
| Water vapour permeability and coefficient | Optional |
Insole
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Material | Required |
| Abrasion resistance | Required |
| Insole water absorption and desorption | Optional |
Insocks
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Dimension | Optional |
| Material | Optional |
| Water absorption and desorption | Optional |
| Abrasion resistance | Optional |
| Toe puff and Counter stiffener | Optional |
Tongue
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Material | Optional |
| Tear Strength | Optional |
| Closing thread | Optional |
Outsole
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Material | Optional |
| Thickness | Optional |
| Energy absorption | Optional |
| Moulded density | |
| PU midsole | Optional |
| Rubber outsole | Optional |
| Sole hardness-midsole | Optional |
| Sole hardness-outsole | Optional |
| Ageing test | Optional |
| Tear Strength | Optional |
| Abrasion resistance | Optional |
| Flexing Resistance | Optional |
Eyelet
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Number and type | Optional |
| Material | Optional |
| Pull out requirement of Eyelet | Optional |
| Change in colour of eyelet | Optional |
Laces
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Material and Length | Optional |
| Breaking load | Optional |
| Tag retention | Optional |
| Chemical Requirements | Optional |
4. Benefits of BIS Certification for Shoes for Services
- Ensures comfort for prolonged duty hours
- Mandatory for institutional procurement
- Improves durability and wear resistance
- Reduces fatigue and foot-related issues
- Enhances user confidence and compliance