What type of shoes are recommended for working on towers?

When working on towers, the priority is to ensure the safety and protection of the workers in various potentially hazardous environments. Electrical hazard rated safety footwear is specifically designed to protect employees from electric shock and are also constructed with materials that are durable and provide good traction.

These shoes have features that help protect against electrical hazards by preventing electrical currents from passing through the soles of the shoes, significantly reducing the risk of electrical shock while working on or around energized equipment. Additionally, they often incorporate toe protection and slip-resistant materials to aid in safety on unstable surfaces.

While steel-toed boots offer protection for the toes from heavy objects, they do not provide the specialized protection against electrical hazards that is essential in tower work. Waterproof hiking boots may be suitable for outdoor activities but lack the required electrical hazard rating and overall safety features needed on sites that may have electrical risks. Finally, casual sneakers do not provide adequate safety features at all and should never be used in a work environment where hazards are present.