SIST EN ISO 22568-2:2019/A1:2026
(Amendment)Foot and leg protectors - Requirements and test methods for footwear components - Part 2: Non-metallic toecaps - Amendment 1 (ISO 22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025)
Fuß- und Beinschutz - Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Schuhkomponenten - Teil 2: Nichtmetallische Zehenkappen - Änderung 1 (ISO 22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025)
Protecteurs du pied et de la jambe - Exigences et méthodes d'essais pour les composants de chaussure - Partie 2: Embouts non métalliques - Amendement 1 (ISO 22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025)
Ščitniki nog in stopal - Zahteve in preskusne metode za sestavne dele obutve - 2. del: Nekovinske zaščitne kapice - Dopolnilo A1 (ISO 22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025)
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 15-Apr-2025
- Publication Date
- 11-Feb-2026
- Technical Committee
- OVP - Personal protecting equipment
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 18-Dec-2025
- Due Date
- 22-Feb-2026
- Completion Date
- 12-Feb-2026
Relations
- Effective Date
- 24-Jan-2024
Overview
SIST EN ISO 22568-2:2019/A1:2026 is an internationally harmonized amendment to the standard for foot and leg protectors, specifically focusing on the requirements and test methods for non-metallic toecaps as components of protective footwear. Developed collaboratively by ISO/TC 94 and CEN/TC 161 and adopted as a Slovenian national standard, this amendment aligns with the latest updates for improved safety, compliance, and consistencies across the European market.
This document, published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST), serves as an amendment (A1) to the existing EN ISO 22568-2:2019, ensuring ongoing compatibility and compliance with recent developments in personal protective equipment (PPE) standards. The standard is available in English, French, and German, ensuring wide accessibility across Europe.
Key Topics
- Non-metallic Toecaps: Outlines updated requirements for non-metallic toecaps used in protective footwear, offering protection without the use of metals.
- Requirements and Test Methods: Specifies the latest criteria and methods for evaluating safety, durability, and performance of non-metallic toecaps.
- Standard Alignment: Updates cross-references to include recent amendments to Part 1 (metallic toecaps) for coherence across related PPE standards.
- Compliance Mandate: Establishes June 2026 as the deadline for member countries to adopt or harmonize with this amendment and withdraw conflicting standards.
Applications
SIST EN ISO 22568-2:2019/A1:2026 is vital for stakeholders involved in the design, manufacturing, and certification of protective footwear. Its practical applications include:
- Footwear Manufacturers: Ensures that non-metallic toecaps integrated into safety shoes and boots meet the most up-to-date, internationally recognized safety criteria.
- PPE Suppliers and Distributors: Provides reliable benchmarks for product selection and procurement, supporting compliance with European and global regulations.
- Testing Laboratories: Offers precise and current test methods, facilitating accurate assessment of non-metallic toecap products.
- End-users (Industry Sectors): Delivers assurance to industries such as construction, manufacturing, logistics, and warehousing that protective footwear meets rigorous safety standards.
- Regulatory and Standards Bodies: Supports enforcement, market surveillance, and harmonization efforts across European markets.
Related Standards
- ISO 22568-1:2019/Amd.1:2025: Standard for requirements and test methods for footwear components - Part 1: Metallic toecaps, with 2025 amendment.
- ISO 22568 Series: Comprehensive series covering requirements and test methods for various components of foot and leg protectors.
- EN ISO 20345: European standard for personal protective footwear, often referenced alongside component standards for holistic product compliance.
Keywords: non-metallic toecaps, protective footwear, foot and leg protectors, safety footwear standards, PPE compliance, ISO 22568, EN ISO 22568, test methods, European standards, safety shoe components.
SIST EN ISO 22568-2:2019/A1:2026 plays an essential role in advancing the safety and reliability of protective footwear, supporting industry best practices and safeguarding workers across numerous sectors. For up-to-date information and compliance, review the full text or consult your national standards body.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN ISO 22568-2:2019/A1:2026 is a amendment published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Foot and leg protectors - Requirements and test methods for footwear components - Part 2: Non-metallic toecaps - Amendment 1 (ISO 22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025)". This standard covers: Foot and leg protectors - Requirements and test methods for footwear components - Part 2: Non-metallic toecaps - Amendment 1 (ISO 22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025)
Foot and leg protectors - Requirements and test methods for footwear components - Part 2: Non-metallic toecaps - Amendment 1 (ISO 22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025)
SIST EN ISO 22568-2:2019/A1:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.340.50 - Leg and foot protection. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN ISO 22568-2:2019/A1:2026 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN ISO 22568-2:2019. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-marec-2026
Ščitniki nog in stopal - Zahteve in preskusne metode za sestavne dele obutve - 2.
del: Nekovinske zaščitne kapice - Dopolnilo A1 (ISO 22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025)
Foot and leg protectors - Requirements and test methods for footwear components - Part
2: Non-metallic toecaps - Amendment 1 (ISO 22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025)
Fuß- und Beinschutz - Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Schuhkomponenten - Teil 2:
Nichtmetallische Zehenkappen - Änderung 1 (ISO 22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025)
Protecteurs du pied et de la jambe - Exigences et méthodes d'essais pour les
composants de chaussure - Partie 2: Embouts non métalliques - Amendement 1 (ISO
22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 22568-2:2019/A1:2025
ICS:
13.340.50 Varovanje nog in stopal Leg and foot protection
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN ISO 22568-2:2019/A1
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
December 2025
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 13.340.50
English Version
Foot and leg protectors - Requirements and test methods
for footwear components - Part 2: Non-metallic toecaps -
Amendment 1 (ISO 22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025)
Protecteurs du pied et de la jambe - Exigences et Fuß- und Beinschutz - Anforderungen und
méthodes d'essais pour les composants de chaussure - Prüfverfahren für Schuhkomponenten - Teil 2:
Partie 2: Embouts non métalliques - Amendement 1 Nichtmetallische Zehenkappen - Änderung 1 (ISO
(ISO 22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025) 22568-2:2019/Amd 1:2025)
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN ISO 22568-2:2019; it was approved by CEN on 26 May 2025.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of
this amendment into the relevant national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.
This amendment exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation
under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the
same status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and
United Kingdom.
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© 2025 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN ISO 22568-2:2019/A1:2025 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.
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European foreword . 3
European foreword
This document (EN ISO 22568-2:2019/A1:2025) has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 94
"Personal safety -- Personal protective equipment" in collaboration with Technical Committee CEN/TC
161 “Foot and leg protectors” the secretariat of which is held by BSI.
This Amendment to the European Standard EN ISO 22568-2:2019 shall be given the status of a national
standard, either by publication of an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by June 2026, and
conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by June 2026.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards
body/national committee. A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland,
Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of
North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and the
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