Cleanrooms are used across a wide range of industries, but one thing is always the same: you have to choose the right disposable shoe cover to fit your room. While shoe covers might get ranked pretty low on the totem pole of things to really focus on, choosing the wrong shoe bootie can present consequences that range from pesky and minor to chaotic and disastrous. Luckily, we can help you with understanding the factors you should be considering for your shoe cover.
Does it encompass all of your needs?
Not all shoe covers were created equally, especially when it comes to cleanrooms. Cleanrooms require shoe covers to meet certain demands, so any old fabric cover won’t cut it. Although fabric covers work in spaces like real estate open houses and childcare facilities, the fabric could potentially release fibers and compromise your sterile environment. Spunbound polypropylene is the ideal material for any covers to be used in cleanrooms, like BootieButler’s KBSB600. You should also take into account the possible need for extra features, like the conductive strips in our KBNS40-600-FAS.
Does it provide a comfortable fit?
Requiring your employees to wear shoe covers shouldn’t interfere with their productivity in any way; however, annoying and ill-fitting shoe covers can do just that. If an employee is stuck constantly adjusting their disposable shoe bootie, they aren’t focusing on doing their job and getting their work done, which means less productivity and ultimately smaller profit. Different employees will prefer different styles of shoes, so be sure to have many different sizes on hand. Clunky work boots will be harder to cover than regular sneakers, and some employees might have 3 or 4 shoe sizes difference. It’s best to be prepared for any shoe situation and stock a wide range of sizes.
Does it work with your floor surface?
Take the type of floor in your cleanroom heavily into account when selecting the type of shoe covers to supply for your employees. More often than not, cleanrooms have smooth, slick surfaces which lend themselves to employee falls and accidents. Avoid covers without any added traction, as those can lead to dangerous slips, and steer towards something like our KBCP525 that has a waterproof CPE coating to aid with traction.
Choosing the right shoe cover for your cleanroom impacts more than just the sterile environment. While cleanliness should be your first priority, you also need to make sure employees’ safety and productivity are also taken into account. If you’re having trouble deciding on the right shoe bootie for your industry, contact us today and let us help you make the best choice.
