The PCIAW® Footwear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Innovation Award recognises companies that have demonstrated exceptional innovation in the design, manufacture, and delivery of personal protective footwear for workers in a variety of industries. This award celebrates companies that have gone above and beyond industry standards to provide workers with the most advanced and reliable protection for their feet.

Judges for this award will be looking for companies that have developed footwear solutions that not only meet but exceed industry standards, while also providing optimal comfort, durability, and flexibility for workers in a variety of environments. They will be interested in innovative materials and designs that offer superior protection against physical hazards, such as punctures, slips, and falls, as well as environmental threats, such as exposure to chemicals, heat, and cold.

Applicants for this award should be able to demonstrate the rigorous testing and certification processes that their footwear undergoes, as well as its compliance with relevant safety standards and regulations. They should also be able to show evidence of the impact of their footwear on worker safety, productivity, and overall well-being, as well as their ongoing commitment to research and development to continually improve their products.

Overall, the PCIAW® Footwear PPE Innovation Award celebrates companies that have made a significant contribution to the safety and comfort of workers around the world, through the development and delivery of high-quality personal protective footwear that sets new standards for protection, comfort, and durability in a variety of industries.