Standard Guide for Footwear with Conductive Properties
ASTM F3445-21 provides guidelines for safety footwear with conductive properties, designed to protect workers from static electricity hazards. It is particularly relevant in environments such as electronics manufacturing, pharmaceutical production, and areas where the accumulation of static charge could cause explosions or equipment malfunction.

This standard outlines the design, testing, and performance requirements for footwear that drains static electricity from the body, preventing any build-up that could potentially cause sparks. Footwear compliant with ASTM F3445-21 is tested for its electrical conductivity and the ability to safely dissipate static charges.

Key provisions of ASTM F3445-21 include:

• Footwear must be capable of discharging static electricity to the ground to prevent accumulation.
• Conductive footwear must maintain its conductivity over time and use.
• The standard provides guidelines for identifying work environments where static-dissipative footwear is necessary.
• Materials used in the footwear must meet specific conductivity and durability standards.
  

ASTM F3445-21 helps ensure that workers are protected from the dangers of static electricity in sensitive environments where sparks could lead to hazardous situations.