[Jumbo]

I thought the rule was a hard sole shoe. But, I don't think anybody would ever make a big deal out of it.

[countryhorseman]

If the company follows OSHA guidelines, which many do, it requires a shoe or boot with a a full sole and heel! The heel thing comes from the fact that we climb in and out of our trucks, onto the cat-walk at times, in and out of vans/reefers or flatbeds!

It varies so much from one outfit to another, it is impossible to make a blanket statement. I had a safety officer one time tell me to wear whatever I felt most comfortable and safe wearing. Again, way wide range of interpretation there!

Originally Posted by Jumbo

I thought the rule was a hard sole shoe. But, I don't think anybody would ever make a big deal out of it.

[matcat]

You know, I never got athletes foot in my life until I took a shower at one of the company terminals (Swift). Took me a damn month to get rid of it. Actually never got anything from the TA/Pilot/Loves/Petro

[countryhorseman]

Never had any issues at the big truck stops either! But then again, I would usually spray the floors down before taking my shoes off, and use the extra little paper mats!

Originally Posted by matcat

You know, I never got athletes foot in my life until I took a shower at one of the company terminals (Swift). Took me a damn month to get rid of it. Actually never got anything from the TA/Pilot/Loves/Petro

[Jumbo]

Originally Posted by countryhorseman

If the company follows OSHA guidelines, which many do, it requires a shoe or boot with a a full sole and heel! The heel thing comes from the fact that we climb in and out of our trucks, onto the cat-walk at times, in and out of vans/reefers or flatbeds!

It varies so much from one outfit to another, it is impossible to make a blanket statement. I had a safety officer one time tell me to wear whatever I felt most comfortable and safe wearing. Again, way wide range of interpretation there!

I would think if they get past my load, permits, log book, inspection all the way down to my footwear they are picky.

[countryhorseman]

My previous reference had nothing really to do with DOT! Have heard, and seen documentation, were workmans comp refused to pay a claim, relating to a fall, because 1) the driver admitted to wearing non-conforming footwear, according to company policy and 2) there were photo's showing him wearing the improper footwear, while he was knocked out!

Oh well!

Originally Posted by Jumbo

I would think if they get past my load, permits, log book, inspection all the way down to my footwear they are picky.

[LadyNorthStar]

I wear flip flops all summer and have had DOT inspections conducted while wearing them. I wondered if they'd comment but never did. Sometimes I hvae bare feet too, cover the pedals with socks to stay clean. We don't get much summer and damnit I want to enjoy it!
I do carry boots for if I need them.

[Allen Smith]

Yes, you can wear flip-flops while driving a CMV....

[zipy46]

Originally Posted by LadyNorthStar

I wear flip flops all summer and have had DOT inspections conducted while wearing them. I wondered if they'd comment but never did. Sometimes I hvae bare feet too, cover the pedals with socks to stay clean. We don't get much summer and damnit I want to enjoy it!
I do carry boots for if I need them.

Hello,

Who do you drive for ????

Alaska sounds wild