Apache Dakota Black — 100% Metal Free Waterproof Safety Boot

The Apache Dakota Black is the UK's go-to metal free waterproof safety boot for workers who pass through metal detectors, work in explosive atmospheres, or need non-sparking footwear on site. 100% non-metallic from toe to midsole — composite toe cap, composite midsole, fully waterproof, and heat resistant. Certified to EN ISO 20345:2011.

Safety Ratings & Certifications

• ✅ CE EN ISO 20345:2011 certified
• ✅ S3 — composite toecap + composite midsole + waterproof upper + antistatic + energy absorbing heel
• ✅ WR — water resistant upper
• ✅ HRO — heat resistant outsole (up to 300°C contact)
• ✅ SRC — highest slip resistance on ceramic tile (SRA) and steel (SRB)

Key Features

• ✅ 100% Metal Free — composite toe cap and composite midsole, safe for metal detectors and ATEX zones
• ✅ Fully Waterproof — waterproof and breathable inner lining keeps feet dry in wet conditions
• ✅ Composite Toe Cap — 200 joule impact protection, lighter than steel, non-sparking
• ✅ Composite Midsole — lightweight penetration resistance, fully non-metallic
• ✅ HRO Outsole — heat resistant to 300°C contact heat
• ✅ SRC Slip Resistance — highest slip resistance on both ceramic tile and steel surfaces
• ✅ Lightweight Construction — composite protection significantly lighter than steel equivalent

Who Needs a Metal Free Safety Boot?

Perfect for airport ground crew, airside workers, electricians, utilities workers, ATEX and explosive atmosphere environments, oil and gas, MRI and medical imaging facilities, and construction workers in wet conditions who need certified non-metallic waterproof protection.

Specification

• Upper: Black Leather
• Toe Cap: Composite (Non-Metallic)
• Midsole: Composite (Non-Metallic)
• Waterproof: Yes
• Metal Free: Yes — 100% non-metallic
• Standard: CE EN ISO 20345:2011
• Rating: S3 WR HRO SRC

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apache Dakota safe for airport security?
Yes — the Dakota is 100% metal free with a composite toe cap and no steel content, making it fully safe to wear through airport security and metal detector checkpoints without triggering alarms.

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