IS 12254: 1993
Footwear - Polyvinyl chloride(PVC) industrial boots
1. Summary about Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Industrial Boots
PVC industrial boots are protective footwear designed to safeguard workers against water, chemicals, oils, and harsh industrial environments. They are widely used in factories, construction sites, and sanitation work.
2. Why BIS Certificate is Mandatory for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Industrial Boots
BIS certification is mandatory because industrial boots are safety-critical equipment. Substandard boots can fail to provide adequate protection, leading to workplace injuries and hazards.
3. What is BIS Certified for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Industrial Boots
BIS certification verifies compliance with Indian Standards covering material strength, resistance to chemicals, slip resistance, and overall protective performance.
Tests required for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Industrial Boots
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Size and fitting | Required |
| Height of upper | Required |
| Construction | Required |
| Ergonomic feature | Required |
| Upper outsole Bond strength | Required |
| Slip Resistance | Optional |
| Leak proofness | Required |
| GeneraL | Required |
| Internal length of toecap | Required |
| Corrosion resistance (Applicable for metallic toecaps) | Optional |
| Impact Resistance | Required |
| Compression Resistance | Required |
| Colour | Required |
| Conductive footwea | Optional |
| Antistatic footwear | Optional |
| Penetration resistance insert | Required |
| Cut Resistance | Required |
| Resistance to acid and alkali | Required |
| Resistance to fuel oil | Required |
| Material | Required |
| Thickness | Required |
| Tensile Strength | Required |
| Flexing Resistance | Optional |
| Hardness | Required |
| Cold Flex Resistance | Optional |
| Lining Material | Required |
| Tear Strength | Optional |
| Abrasion resistance | Optional |
| Adhesion of lining with Upper | Required |
| Material & thickness | Required |
| Water absorption and desorption | Optional |
| Press Buttons | Required |
| Eyelets and laces – Material and size | Required |
| Thickness | Required |
| Interlayer Bond Strength | Required |
| Breaking load of laces | Optional |
| Closing thread | Optional |
| Sole hardness | Required |
| Volatility | Required |
| Lead Content | Required |
4. Benefits of BIS Certification for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Industrial Boots
- Ensures worker safety and protection
- Mandatory for industrial and institutional use
- Improves resistance to chemicals and wear
- Reduces workplace accident risk
- Builds employer and regulatory trust