This IIRSM-approved Foot Protection Training for Workers helps workers understand common foot injury risks and how to select, use and maintain protective footwear correctly.
It supports duty holders by improving consistency in personal protective equipment (PPE) use, reducing avoidable foot injuries and ensuring workers know how to choose suitable footwear for their tasks and working conditions.
The course explains typical foot hazards, legal responsibilities, how to match footwear to workplace risks and the importance of proper fit, inspection and maintenance.
By the end, workers are better equipped to make safe, informed decisions about the footwear they use every day.
This course is approved by IIRSM – the International Institute of Risk & Safety Management.
The course certificate includes:
User name
Company name
Course name
Completion date
Expiry date
Approval body
An IIRSM-approved course certificate will be available for download and printing instantly upon course completion.
Users must complete a final theory test before earning their certificate.
The end-of-course test is:
Fully online
Multiple choice
A score of 80% is required to pass.
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Why Is Foot Protection Training for Workers Important?
Foot injuries are a major cause of lost working time and discomfort in many industries. Sharp objects, dropped materials, rolling loads, poor grip and uneven surfaces can all cause injuries, especially when unsuitable or worn-out footwear is used.
Duty holders must assess workplace foot risks and ensure that suitable protective footwear is provided and used correctly. Workers must wear the footwear supplied, take reasonable care of it and report issues such as poor fit or visible damage.
In reality, many workers choose footwear based on comfort or familiarity rather than safety ratings. Some may not understand the markings on footwear or how different hazards require different protective features. Others continue wearing footwear long after it has deteriorated, reducing its ability to prevent injury.
This training helps ensure:
Workers understand the hazards that require specific foot protection
Footwear is selected based on real risks, not assumptions or personal preference
Users know how to care for their footwear and identify when it is no longer safe
Footwear fits properly, improving comfort and encouraging consistent use
Duty holders gain confidence that workers understand what is expected of them
By giving workers practical guidance and clear expectations, Foot Protection Training for Workers reduces avoidable foot injuries, supports PPE compliance and helps duty holders maintain safer working environments.
