Oliver 66 Series emergency services safety footwear

Oliver Footwear has released two Firefighter and Emergency Services boots. They are designated as the Oliver 66-360 180 mm Type 1 Wildland Firefighting Footwear and the 66-395 230 mm Lace Up Structural Type 2 Firefighting Footwear. Both meet the AS/NZS Standard 4821:2006.

The boots feature black water-resistant and flame-retardant leather uppers. The high-density, hard-wearing outsole is reflective of the demanding conditions in which the boots are likely to be worn. It is resistant to 300°C of surface contact.

The soling material is heavy-duty, dual-density nitrile rubber, with two layers of expanded rubber cells which provide a soft midsole that cushions the foot. The sole is resistant to mineral and organic oils and acids, splits and cracks, and it has a good slip-resistant pattern.

Wearer comfort is afforded by Comfortcushion technology. This uses a combination of cellular urethane and PORON for protection of the heel and foot, with the constant impact absorption helping to reduce foot, leg and lower back fatigue.

The 66-395 has a SympaTex waterproof liner, with added protection afforded against the risk of sole penetration by a sharp metallic or glass material by the Qflex penetration insole.

The 66-360 has an optional lace-in zipper attachment, while the 66-395 includes the quick-release zipper attachment for fast donning and exit from the footwear.

There is heavy-duty red Nomex stitching with flameproof laces with each boot, including flame-resistant, high-visibility reflective tape that is sewn on to the leather upper.

Both boots have a lightweight Hi-impact composite Natureform wide profile Type 1 protective toecap that is nonmetallic. There is also a TECtuff rubber bumper on the toe that protects against scuffing or kick damage to the leading edge of the boot.

The boots are available in sizes from 3-15 inclusive, plus half sizes.