In accordance with BIS IS 1989 (Part 1): 1986 and IS 1989 (Part 2): 1986, ISI Mark certification is mandatory for Leather Safety Boots and Shoes intended for miners and heavy metal industries. These Indian Standards specify the requirements, sampling procedures, and test methods to ensure that safety footwear provides reliable protection in hazardous industrial environments.
The standards establish quality requirements covering materials, workmanship, dimensions, toe cap performance, sole construction, slip resistance, impact resistance, compression resistance, and durability. Part 1 specifically addresses leather safety footwear designed for mining operations, where protection against rough terrain, moisture, and underground working conditions is essential. Part 2 focuses on footwear for heavy metal industries, where workers require enhanced protection from mechanical hazards, abrasion, and industrial impacts.
IS 1989 also specifies rigorous testing for upper leather quality, sole adhesion, flex resistance, water resistance, tear strength, and overall structural integrity to ensure consistent performance under demanding working conditions. Proper marking, packing, and labelling requirements are included to facilitate product identification, traceability, and verification of compliance.
Leather Safety Boots and Shoes certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards under IS 1989 demonstrate conformity with national quality and safety requirements, providing dependable protection, durability, and comfort for workers employed in mining, heavy engineering, and other industrial sectors.
