SAFETLINE ANTI-TORSION BOOT

What is the Anti-torsion Boot (Shunter)?

The anti-torsion boot, also known as a shunter boot, is essential Personal Protective Equipment (EPI) designed to provide safety and stability in work environments involving the handling of heavy loads, vehicle movement, and operations in industrial yards. Its main characteristic is the reinforced structure that minimizes the risk of sprains and injuries to the feet and ankles, providing robust support against impacts and compressions. At Safetline, we develop footwear that not only meets but exceeds protection expectations for the most demanding challenges in the industrial sector.

Who is the Anti-torsion Boot Recommended For?

This type of footwear is indispensable for professionals working in sectors such as logistics, ports, cargo terminals, basic industries, civil construction, and any environment where there is a risk of heavy object falls, crushing, or foot sprains due to uneven surfaces and constant movement. Truck and forklift shunters, heavy machinery operators, yard workers, and material handling teams are the main beneficiaries of the protection offered by the anti-torsion boot. We at Safetline understand the criticality of these functions and design our footwear to ensure the physical integrity of your employees.

Technical Attributes and Essential Protection

A superior quality anti-torsion boot, like those we produce at Safetline, incorporates a series of fundamental technical attributes for user safety. Robustness is the keyword, and it manifests in every component of the footwear:

• Impact Protection (E) and Steel Toe Cap (SB): Our boots are equipped with a steel toe cap, resistant to impacts of up to 200 Joules, in accordance with the EN ISO standard. This feature is crucial for protecting toes against falling heavy objects or crushing by vehicles and equipment.
• Anti-slip Sole (SRC) and Oil Resistant (FO): The Falcon PU/PU and Falcon PU/TPU soles are developed to offer excellent grip on various surfaces, minimizing the risk of slips and falls. Oil resistance (FO) is vital in industrial environments where oils and greases are present, ensuring safety even on contaminated floors.
• Robust and Water-Repellent Upper (WRU): We use high-quality materials, such as full-grain leather or nubuck, which provide durability and wear resistance. Many of our models feature a water-repellent treatment (WRU), which delays water penetration, keeping feet dry and comfortable for longer.
• Anti-torsion Structure: The footwear design, especially in the ankle and sole area, is conceived to offer extra support and stability, preventing excessive lateral movements that can lead to sprains. The combination of a firm upper with a high-performance sole is key to this protection.

Safetline Options for Anti-torsion Boots

At Safetline, although we do not have an exclusive line named "Antitorção", our Miura and Miura Gran Luxo lines are designed with the robustness and attributes necessary to meet the protection demands in environments requiring shunter footwear. The Miura line, with its nubuck upper, and the Miura Gran Luxo, in full-grain leather, offer the resistance and comfort that heavy work demands. Both lines can be combined with our Falcon PU/PU or Falcon PU/TPU soles, which ensure essential stability and grip for preventing sprains and slips. We are dedicated to providing options that adapt to the specific needs of each work environment, always with maximum safety.

Certification and Compliance with NRs

All Safetline safety footwear holds the Certificado de Aprovação (CA) issued by the Ministry of Labor and Employment (MTE), attesting to its compliance with Brazilian and international technical standards, such as EN ISO. This certificate is the guarantee that our products have been tested and approved to offer the declared protection. By choosing Safetline, your company ensures compliance with the Regulatory Standards (NRs) for occupational safety, protecting your employees and avoiding labor liabilities.

Recommendation for Use and Maintenance

To ensure the effectiveness of the anti-torsion boot, it is fundamental that the EPI is correctly selected, considering the specific risks of the activity and the work environment. We recommend that the selection be made by Occupational Safety and Health (SST) professionals. Furthermore, proper footwear maintenance, including regular cleaning and storage in a dry, airy place, extends its lifespan and maintains its protective properties. Periodic inspection to identify wear or damage is crucial to ensure that the footwear continues to offer the necessary protection. Count on Safetline to guide your team in the correct selection and use of EPIs.