Which type of boots are prohibited from having steel toes?

Firefighter boots are designed for use during emergency response and are built to provide maximum safety, flexibility, and protection in hazardous environments. Steel toes are incorporated into firefighter boots to protect against falling objects and punctures, which are common risks in firefighting situations.

Training boots, while less specialized than firefighter boots, still require a level of safety appropriate for training activities, and often do include steel toes to protect against injuries during physical training.

Casual shoes do not generally have stringent safety requirements and therefore are typically not subjected to the same regulations regarding steel toes as work-related boots.

Station work boots, however, are often used for non-emergency tasks and in non-hazardous environments. Therefore, the use of steel toes in these boots is generally discouraged to promote comfort and reduce fatigue for personnel who are standing or walking for prolonged periods without the need for heavy-duty protection. This aligns with the broader safety and comfort considerations within the department's operational guidelines.