--- title: How Blundstone boots can help mitigate the risk of static description: Discover how Blundstone anti-static boots can enhance worker safety in environments prone to static electricity, protecting both personnel and equipment. image: https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hubfs/IIU%20Blundstone.png --- [Skip to the main content.](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/how-blundstone-boots-can-help-mitigate-the-risk-of-static#main-content) [![Blackwoods Expert+](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/BWMA26-0681%20Blackwoods_Expert%20Plus%20(1).jpg?width=2073&height=493&name=BWMA26-0681%20Blackwoods_Expert%20Plus%20(1).jpg "Blackwoods Expert+")](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/expert-plus) [![Blackwoods Expert+](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/BWMA26-0681%20Blackwoods_Expert%20Plus.jpg?width=2073&height=493&name=BWMA26-0681%20Blackwoods_Expert%20Plus.jpg "Blackwoods Expert+")](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/expert-plus) - [Safety](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/safety) - Industries - [Manufacturing](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/manufacturing) - [Utilities](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/utilities) - [Construction](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/construction) - [Mining](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/tag/mining) - Content Types - [Articles](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au) - [Videos](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfA8meUWjOmhLQKsUGnLOsQ/featured) - [Catalogues](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/catalogues) - [Events](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/tradeshows) Search [Shop Now](https://cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com/web-interactives/public/v1/track/click?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJKBRVYGEi1kYk6Tr%2FeYuxC38seJfDvw6eoTuOvNyFXrnfbrRzHMycjkDLjD9uDKzBW%2F0rzTTcMAy5MhxouRBWDIHdBEPgdURPs5K8yM3IgUlJVYC0wgLaNPID3rGfSIl%2BZe4I3AOl1nwRrdsN0MD7ScauvzV%2BbOLU6ejZWSYT9Ew%3D%3D&portalId=7298381) Toggle Menu Search Toggle Menu [Shop Now](https://cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com/web-interactives/public/v1/track/click?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJKBRVYGEi1kYk6Tr%2FeYuxC38seJfDvw6eoTuOvNyFXrnfbrRzHMycjkDLjD9uDKzBW%2F0rzTTcMAy5MhxouRBWDIHdBEPgdURPs5K8yM3IgUlJVYC0wgLaNPID3rGfSIl%2BZe4I3AOl1nwRrdsN0MD7ScauvzV%2BbOLU6ejZWSYT9Ew%3D%3D&portalId=7298381) - [Safety](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/safety) - Industries - [Manufacturing](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/manufacturing) - [Utilities](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/utilities) - [Construction](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/construction) - [Mining](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/tag/mining) - Content Types - [Articles](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au) - [Videos](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfA8meUWjOmhLQKsUGnLOsQ/featured) - [Catalogues](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/catalogues) - [Events](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/tradeshows) 2 min read # How Blundstone boots can help mitigate the risk of static [![Picture of Blundstone](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hubfs/blundstone.logo.1.jpg) Blundstone](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/author/blundstone) : 29 May 2026 How Blundstone boots can help mitigate the risk of static 4:20 Static electricity isn’t just a minor nuisance in power generation operations, it can pose a threat to worker safety and can also cause costly equipment damage. Workers can be exposed to static electricity when entering pipelines, substations or plant rooms. Static can be generated in a variety of ways, including by liquids moving through pipes at high speeds, faulty or inadequate grounding, equipment malfunctions, static-prone surfaces and the presence of flammable vapours. Over time, static electricity can build up in the body. A static build-up followed by discharge can have serious safety consequences, from electric shocks and damaged electronic equipment to ignition, sparks, fires and even explosions in extreme cases. Employers can help minimise the build-up of static electricity and its potential effects by providing workers with appropriate PPE, such as anti-static safety boots. ### **How anti-static safety boots work?** [Anti-static safety boots](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/searchpage#q=blundstone%20durafit) feature anti-static additives in the sole and purpose-built uppers. When a worker wears these types of boots, any build-up of static charge in their body flows through to the footwear and is dissipated into the ground in safe amounts. This helps prevent electric shocks and sudden discharges that may cause sparks, ignite gases or damage sensitive equipment. [![IIU Blundstone (1)](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/IIU%20Blundstone%20(1).jpg?width=1000&height=350&name=IIU%20Blundstone%20(1).jpg)](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/searchpage#q=IIUPRMBLUNDSLP) ### **The advantages of Blundstone anti-static footwear.** The range of anti-static safety footwear from [Blundstone](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/blundstone/b/557972/brand) is ideal for tough working environments where electrostatic build-up may be a factor. This includes in utility distribution, maintenance and infrastructure work, as well as solar, wind and hydro-electric environments. Blundstone’s anti-static boots are designed to allow a 100K ohm maximum resistance when new. This provides a measure of protection against electrical shock, while allowing static discharge to transmit. These boots reduce the risk of ignition and support safe interaction with sensitive equipment, without compromising on comfort or durability. Adrian Blandford, Global Range Manager (Work & Safety) at Blundstone, says it’s important to select boots like those from Blundstone that meet the anti-static requirements of safety standard [AS 2210.3:2019](https://www.standards.org.au/standards-catalogue/standard-details?designation=as-2210-3-2019), specifically additional clause 6.2.2.2. All Blundstone’s certified boots that meet this requirement have the symbol ‘A’ included on the label. An anti-static information sheet is included in the box. > *“The footwear also needs to be kept clean and dry to be effective,”* he says*. “And ideally not used outside the workplace!”* Blundstone’s DuraFit and RotoFlex ranges feature selected styles with compliant anti-static properties. ### **The DuraFit series.** Blundstone’s DuraFit series is engineered for comfort and reduced fatigue The series is available in a range of sizes from UK/AU 4-14. The boots have an anti-bacterial, breathable and washable footbed, with a composite toe cap and toe guard, and heel and arch support. They offer slip-resistance to Australian Standards, heat resistance to 140C and are fuel and oil resistant. The anti-static models include: - [#7560:](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/footwear/safety-boots-side-zip-boot/blundstone-7560-zip-sided-safety-boots/c/312479907/208640184/variants) a zip-sided 150mm nubuck leather boot in ‘wheat’ colour. - [#7561:](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/footwear/safety-boots-side-zip-boot/blundstone-7561-zip-sided-safety-boots/blundstone-7561-durafit-safety-boots-zip-sided-150mm-anti-static-leather-black-11/p/04535417) same design as #7560 but in black leather. - [#7540:](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/footwear/safety-boots-side-zip-boot/blundstone-7540-zip-sided-safety-boots/blundstone-7540-durafit-safety-boots-zip-sided-115mm-anti-static-nubuck-wheat-4/p/04534550) a zip-sided 115mm nubuck boot in wheat. [![IIU Blundstone](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/IIU%20Blundstone.jpg?width=1000&height=350&name=IIU%20Blundstone.jpg)](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/searchpage#q=IIUPRMBLUNDSLP) ### **RotoFlex premium footwear.** The RotoFlex range includes the anti-static [#8071](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/footwear/safety-boots-side-zip-boot/blundstone-8071-safety-boot/blundstone-8071-rotoflex-leather-6-quot-zip-safety-boot-black-14/p/03523883) – a 150mm zip black leather safety boot with lacing, in a wide range of sizes from UK 3-14. Some half sizes are available. The wide-fit boot offers a cut-resistant steel toe cap, fuel and oil resistance and heat resistance to 140C. It’s slip resistant in addition to being anti-static. Blundstone’s RotoFlex® biomechanical design has been created for maximum stability, balance and comfort. ## Available at Blackwoods - Your utilities solutions partner.  As Australia’s leading supplier of industrial solutions, Blackwoods has everything you need to keep your operations running smoothly. 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