Ellwood Safety Metatarsal Guards #801 – Protection for High-Risk Work Environments
Ellwood Safety #801 metatarsal guards add external protection over the metatarsal area on top of the foot when worn with compatible safety-toe shoes or boots without laces. Spring fasteners secure the guards, and sponge-rubber padding cushions contact. ASA sells this item as one pair under SKU 801.
Choose #801 for non-lace footwear. Ellwood recommends #800 for shoes or boots with laces. Check the guard and footwear together before approving the combination; a general fit description does not establish compatibility with every shoe shape or task.
Quick Buying Details
Key Features
- External metatarsal coverage.
- Spring-fastener attachment.
- Sponge-rubber padding.
- Removable footwear accessory.
Common Uses and Applications
- Manufacturing and material handling.
- Industrial maintenance.
- Construction tasks requiring metatarsal protection.
- Work with compatible safety-toe footwear.
Manufacturer-Listed Protection
Ellwood states that its metatarsal guards provide protection equal to Class 75 under ANSI Z41-1999 and ASTM F2413-05. Those are the editions published by the manufacturer; this description does not substitute a newer edition or claim independent certification of your complete footwear assembly.
The #801 is a metatarsal guard, not a shin guard or replacement safety toe. Its attachment does not establish electrical-hazard, puncture-resistant, chemical-resistant, or thermal protection. Select additional equipment when the hazard assessment identifies exposures beyond the top of the foot.
OSHA Foot Protection
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.136 requires protective footwear for specified foot hazards. OSHA’s PPE selection guidance addresses metatarsal protection where materials could strike the instep. Employers must assess the actual task and select suitable protection; OSHA does not certify this product.
Fit, Inspection, and Ordering
Check that each guard stays positioned over the intended area during walking and work movements. Examine fasteners, padding, and the guard body before use. Remove damaged equipment from service and follow Ellwood’s fitting and maintenance instructions.
For repeat orders, record the guard model and the shoe or boot used with it. Recheck compatibility when footwear changes. Avoid assuming that fit on one employee’s boots establishes fit for an entire crew.
Consider clearance around steps, ladders, pedals, and nearby equipment during the fit assessment. Added coverage should not introduce a trip or snag problem. Review the combination with the workplace safety team before assigning it routinely.
Official Manufacturer Information
Review Ellwood’s #800 and #801 specifications and its ANSI and ASTM statement for the published protection claim and model differences.
FAQ
- Does #801 fit lace-up shoes? Ellwood specifies #801 for footwear without laces; #800 is the lace-up option.
- Does it protect the shin? No shin-protection claim is established for #801.
- Can it replace safety-toe boots? No. It supplements compatible safety-toe footwear.
- How does it attach? With a spring fastener.
- What is the pair weight? Ellwood lists nine ounces.
- Is every shoe compatible? No universal fit is guaranteed. Check the complete combination before use.
