b'PREVENTING FOOT RELATED INJURIESPREVENTING FOOT RELATED INJURIES & FOOTWEAR SIZE CONVERSION GUIDE FOOTWEARFootwear has an enormous influence on the way feet move, yet so many overlook the importance of a proper well-cushioned shoe.The body uses natural methods to decrease the forces of impact and absorb shock in the lower part of the body. Generally, it is considered that a shoe is required to reduce the forces further.As an EMPLOYEE, you can maintain your foot health. Heres how: As an EMPLOYER you can prevent foot problems at work:Wear good quality work socksEnsure the right footwear is used for the right job. There are many and change them every day. brands, designs and types of safety footwear available. Ask the Ensure your safety footwear ismanufacturer or supplier to advise on the correct footwear for use.comfortable. Good quality, well- Comfortable safety footwear increases productivity and creates a fitted safety footwear should nothappier work place.be uncomfortable and will needHave your employee try on the footwear to make sure the shoe or boot very little breaking-in time. is the correct size and fits comfortably. Good quality safety footwear Recognise that comfortableshould not be uncomfortable if correctly fitted.safety footwear will reducePromote foot health in your workplace, especially during Foot fatigue and keep you fresher andHealth Week.alert longer.Be aware of the hazards in yourContact a podiatrist to give a talk on foot care to employees.workplace. If you have concernsEncourage your staff members to report foot problems, however about foot safety, alert yourminor (e.g. safety shoes that rub).employer or safety officer. MakeLook at the foot health record of your company - multiple foot sure your shoes fit properly andcomplaints may suggest the workplace itself is creating foot that you wear appropriate shoesproblems.for your workplace.Remember, feet shouldnt hurt. Sore feet are a sign of a problem. Do a Foot Risk Assessment in the workplace - look for ways to minimise the burden on your employees feet. (A podiatrist may be able to assist you with assessing workplace foot risks).Emphasise to the safety officer or occupational physician that foot complaints should be taken seriously.If your employees wear safety shoes, ask yourself: Do we stock an adequate range of safety shoes to suit every staff member? If not, out-sourcing the supply and fit of safety shoes may be more cost-effective.Allow employees a crossover period when they exchange their old safety shoes for a new pair.Material & Images courtesy of Steel BlueFOOTWEAR SIZE CONVERSION GUIDEMENS FOOTWEARAUS/UK 3 4 5 5.5 6 6.5 7 7.5 8 8.5 9 9.5 10 10.5 11 11.5 12 12.5 13 14 15US 4 5 6 6.5 7 7.5 8 8.5 9 9.5 10 10.5 11 11.5 12 12.5 13 13.5 14 15 16Metric 35 36 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50WOMENS FOOTWEARAUS/UK 5 6 6.5 7 7.5 8 8.5 9 9.5 10 10.5 11 This chart should be used as a guide only. US 5/5.5 6/6.5 7 7.5 8 8.5 9 9.5 10 10.5 11 11.5 Style and fit will vary between different brands. All footwear should MUST be tried on to Metric 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 determine the correct fit for you.CLICK&COLLECT92 Call 132 100 or shop rsea.com.au FREE Pick-up from our Stores'