Development of Occupational Safety and Health Shoes for FEHD

HKRITA
Overview

This project develops occupational safety and health shoes for Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) street cleansing teams.

  • Development of Occupational Safety and Health Shoes for FEHD
Research completion
2023
Commercialisation opportunities
technology licensing agreement
Problem addressed

The working environments of street cleansing team are in demanding environments. Conventional shoes may lack breathability, waterproofing, slip resistance, durability and ergonomic design, leading to discomfort and reduced safety. This project addresses these challenges by developing occupational safety and health shoes.

Innovation
  • These occupational safety and health shoes are designed with careful consideration of breathability, waterproofing, durability, slip and abrasion resistance, antimicrobial properties, balance and stability, ease of cleaning, weight and cost.
  • By selecting suitable materials and applying ergonomic design principles, the project improves the comfort of the shoes and prevent foot injuries during work.
Key impact
  • These shoes provide physiological protection for street cleansing teams under varied conditions.
  • By combining proper materials with ergonomic design, they address occupational safety needs across different working environments, enhancing both comfort and safety.
Application
  • The project applies advanced functional footwear technologies and parameters to develop occupational safety and health shoes.
  • Suitable materials are selected and tested for physical properties to meet the specific requirements of workers in diverse environments.
The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA)

Established in 2006, The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) is funded by the Innovation and Technology Commission of the HKSAR government, and hosted by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. 

HKRITA has achieved research deliverables over the years around our research clusters targeting in sustainability, industry advancement and social benefits through our centre-owned research teams and laboratories as well as collaborations with industry partners and institutions. 

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