ASTM F2892-24 PDF

Full title and description

Standard Specification for Performance Requirements for Soft Toe Protective Footwear (Non‑Safety / Non‑Protective Toe) — ASTM F2892‑24. This specification defines minimum performance, certification and labeling requirements for soft‑toe (non‑protective toe) occupational footwear intended to reduce hazards such as electrical exposure, puncture and slip risks in workplace environments.

Abstract

This specification provides third‑party certification requirements and minimum performance criteria for soft‑toe protective footwear. It covers electrical properties (conductive, static dissipative, and electric‑hazard protections), puncture resistance and slip resistance (SR and SRO) among other performance attributes, and includes guidance on labeling and the limits of laboratory testing.

General information

• Status: Active.
• Publication date: June 1, 2024 (F2892‑24 edition).
• Publisher: ASTM International.
• ICS / categories: 13.340.50 (Leg and foot protection).
• Edition / version: F2892‑24 (current active edition).
• Number of pages: 5.

Scope

F2892‑24 establishes minimum performance and certification requirements for footwear intended to provide protection against workplace hazards other than toe impact/compression. Key protective characteristics addressed include conductive properties (Cd), electric‑hazard protection (EH), static dissipative properties (SD), puncture resistance (PR), general slip resistance (SR) and slip resistance in oily/wet conditions (SRO). The specification requires independent third‑party certification for use of the ASTM marking and cautions that after‑market changes (for example resoling or adding inserts) can invalidate compliance. SI units are the standard for values in the document.

Key topics and requirements

• Third‑party certification requirement to carry the ASTM marking for soft‑toe protective footwear.
• Electrical performance classes: Cd (conductive), SD (static‑dissipative) and EH (electric‑hazard) and their intended hazard controls.
• Puncture resistance (PR) performance for soles or protective devices.
• Slip resistance classifications SR (general) and SRO (oily/wet) for whole‑shoe performance.
• Labeling examples and requirements so end users can identify claimed protective properties.
• Notes on test limitations: laboratory determination of compliance does not guarantee performance in every field condition and modifications can invalidate certification.

Typical use and users

Used by footwear manufacturers and designers to certify and label soft‑toe occupational footwear, by independent test laboratories performing compliance testing, by procurement and safety managers specifying protective footwear for workplaces where toe impact protection is not required but other hazards (electrical, puncture, slip) must be managed, and by compliance teams documenting product claims. Industry sectors include food service, healthcare, light manufacturing, logistics and other workplaces where non‑protective toe footwear is preferred but specific hazard protections are needed.

Related standards

Closely related ASTM footwear standards and test methods include ASTM F2412 and F2413 (test methods and requirements for protective toe footwear), as well as performance and slip test standards such as ASTM F2913 and related whole‑shoe slip specifications referenced in 2024 updates; F2892 was revised to align with the broader 2024 footwear performance updates that introduce SR/SRO slip classifications. These documents are typically referenced together when specifying, testing or certifying occupational footwear.

Keywords

soft toe, protective footwear, non‑safety toe, conductive (Cd), static dissipative (SD), electric hazard (EH), puncture resistance (PR), slip resistance (SR), slip resistance oily/wet (SRO), footwear certification, ASTM F2892‑24.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ASTM F2892‑24 is the ASTM International standard specification that sets minimum performance and certification requirements for soft‑toe (non‑protective toe) occupational footwear intended to provide protections other than toe impact/compression.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers certification processes and minimum performance requirements for electrical properties (Cd, SD, EH), puncture resistance (PR), and slip resistance (SR and SRO), labeling guidance, and notes on the limits of laboratory testing and the effect of after‑market modifications.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Footwear manufacturers, independent testing laboratories, procurement and EHS/safety managers, and anyone specifying or verifying performance claims for soft‑toe occupational footwear.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: F2892‑24 is the current active edition (F2892‑24). ASTM’s document summary shows the F2892‑24 edition as active; the document details and status are maintained on the ASTM product page.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — it is part of ASTM’s footwear/performance standards (committee F13 and subcommittee F13.30) and is intended to be used alongside related test methods and specifications such as F2412, F2413 and slip test standards (e.g., F2913/F3445) when a comprehensive footwear performance program is required.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: soft toe, conductive (Cd), static dissipative (SD), electric hazard (EH), puncture resistance (PR), slip resistance (SR, SRO), certification, labeling, ASTM F2892‑24.