“The lads are really pleased with the fitting van”
McCain has opted for EMMA’s non-slip S3 safety shoes. Find out how the fitting system works and how staff rate the grip and comfort.
McCain opts for safety shoes
with maximum grip
Chips. Potatoes. Onion rings. Who hasn’t heard of McCain? Behind this well-known potato brand lies a strong focus on safety. In the production environment, staff work daily with dangerous machinery and on extremely slippery floors. For Hugo Gravestein, Safety Officer at McCain Foods Holland B.V., safety footwear with maximum grip is essential. All staff must be able to return home safely at the end of their working day.
“Safety is hugely important to us. We make that clear to our staff. Our people work in various production environments with floors that are slippery due to grease, water or chemicals. No matter how often you clean them, they remain slippery. The ultimate floor on which you can never slip has yet to be invented. That’s why non-slip S3 safety shoes are a must.”
‘Where am I supposed to park that van?’
“Through EMMA, we were able to use the fitting van. To be honest, I thought beforehand: ‘where am I supposed to park that van?’ But that turned out not to be a problem at all. The compact van could simply be parked outside in a corner of the site. I hardly had to give it a second thought. Within ten minutes, the staff were able to try on shoes.”
Very satisfied
“As they arrived, staff told us what they needed. They were able to try on different styles straight away and experience the slip resistance and comfort for themselves. Everyone has different feet, and you can make them happy with just one or two styles. The lads are very pleased with Jos, how quickly it all went and the choice they had. Colleagues who missed the bus are still asking when it’ll be coming round again.”
Strength lies in the service
The new shoes are currently being rolled out, so I can’t say much yet about the long-term experience. Colleagues who previously wore EMMA shoes due to foot problems were very satisfied with them. I’ve tested the E-BOUNCE myself and I’m very pleased with it.
For me, EMMA’s strength lies not only in the shoes, but above all in the service. The fitting process went smoothly, our staff had plenty of choice and Jos’s guidance made all the difference.”
