S3 safety shoes are the most protective category under the EN ISO 20345 standard, making them ideal for high-risk environments such as construction sites, shipyards, engineering works, and outdoor industrial settings.

These shoes combine all the essential safety features of S1 and S2, with the addition of underfoot puncture resistance and water-resistant uppers, giving you the highest level of all-round protection.

Safety Jogger Best Boy EW Suede Safety Shoes

$50.50
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Safety Jogger Dakar Safety Shoes S3 SRC

$65.00
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Safety Jogger Obelix S3 Comfortable Suede Safety Sneakers

$79.00
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Safety Jogger Rush High Cut Safety Shoes With Zip

$76.00
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Safety Jogger Sahara Brown Safety Shoes

$59.00
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Safety Jogger X0600 S3 Black Safety Shoes for Kitchen/ Medical Use

$39.90
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S3 Safety Shoes Specifications

  • Toe cap protection: Typically steel or composite, rated to withstand 200 joules of impact from falling objects or compression hazards
  • Anti-static sole: Prevents static build-up, reducing risk in environments with electronic equipment or flammable materials
  • Energy-absorbing heel: Helps reduce fatigue and pressure on the heel during extended periods of standing or movement
  • Puncture-resistant midsole: Guards against sharp objects on the ground; usually made from steel or woven textile
  • Water-resistant upper: Designed to repel water, protecting the foot from splashes, spills, or light rain
  • Fuel and oil resistance: Outsole is resistant to degradation and slippage caused by contact with oils, fuels, or grease
  • Cleated outsole: Provides strong traction on rough, muddy, or uneven outdoor surfaces
  • Closed heel area: Improves foot stability and ankle support, especially on variable terrain

S1 vs. S3 Safety Shoes

While both S1 and S3 safety shoes are built to protect your feet, they are suitable for different types of work environments. 

S1 safety shoes are suited for dry indoor environments with minimal hazards, while S3 safety shoes are made for outdoor or heavy-duty environments. S3 safety shoes include all the S1 features, plus water-resistant uppers, a puncture-resistant midsole, and deeper tread soles for added grip.

Types of Safety Shoes (S1, S2, S3) 

Safety shoes are classified by their level of protection, depending on the risks present in a workplace. The most common types you'll come across are S1, S2, and S3, each offering a different set of features under the EN ISO 20345 standard.

Feature S1 Safety Shoes S2 Safety Shoes S3 Safety Shoes
Toe cap protection ✔ ✔ ✔
Anti-static properties ✔ ✔ ✔
Energy-absorbing heel ✔ ✔ ✔
Water-resistant upper ✘ ✔ ✔
Puncture-resistant midsole ✘ ✘ ✔
Cleated slip-resistant sole ✘ ✘ ✔

Explore our full range of S1, S2, and S3 safety shoes to find the right fit for your work environment.