Australian Pump has expanded their range of “Aussie Safe Operator” personal protection equipment with a range of well-priced boots for use with high pressure blasters up to 500 Bar (7,300 psi).  Called Aussie Jet-Stop, the boots are professionally designed for hard work in harsh environments. Until now there has been a gap in the market for comfortable, practical footwear capable of withstanding accidental jetting from pressure cleaners up to 500 BAR.

“Operators have been using steel toe-caps gum boots until now. Toes are protected however the high pressure water jets can slice open a rubber boot,” said Hamish Lorenz, Aussie Pumps High Pressure Safety Trainer. “Water sprayed under pressure penetrates flesh and can carry dangerous bacterial or poisons into deep into the issue. This can result in horrible infections leading to amputation or even death,” he said. Ultra high pressure protective footwear has been available for a number of years however it can be cumbersome and difficult to walk in. It is impractical for operators of lower pressure machines that need mobility.

New Aussie Jet-Stop boots are made from vulcanised rubber. The boots provide safe, waterproof comfort for the operator.  For maximum user protection the boots come with steel toecaps and steel inserts in the sole to prevent puncturing by sharp objects. Jet-Stop boots are colour coded to identify the areas of protection. The black regions, covering the talus, the lower shin as well as the toes and heal are CE Certified to be suitable for use with rotating water jet nozzle or flat angle nozzle sprays of up to 500 Bar. The soles of the boots are designed for excellent grip to reduce any risk of slipping.  In particularly icy conditions, where there is real potential of extreme danger of slippage, the boots can even be fitted with spikes.

The new boots are result of years of research to design a product that will protect operators and improve comfort and safety. The boots have an adjustable strap at upper calf level and Australian Pump claim they are easy to put on or take off.   They are designed to suit European sizes 42 through to 48, the equivalent of Aussies sizes 8 through to 13½. Aussie Pumps offer a full range of personal safety equipment including jackets, trousers, overalls, aprons and gloves. All are rated for use with machines up to 500 BAR and, like the boots, designed for maximum operator comfort. Further information is available in the Aussie High Pressure catalogue, available to download from the Aussie Pump website www.aussiepumps.com.au