Best-in-Class Durability, Support, and Cushioning
To build the Lookout, Danner combined its legendary durability and support with the comfort of the all-new Danner Comfort System (DCS). This EMS/CSA version adds a composite safety toe, CSA certification, and puncture resistance on top of the same waterproof, polishable leather platform and semi-locking side zipper.
Key Features of the Danner Lookout EMS/CSA Side-Zip 8" 23826
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CSA Z195 Certified: Meets Canadian Standards Association requirements for impact-resistant toe caps, puncture-resistant soles, slip resistance, corrosion resistance, and electrical shock resistance.
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Certified to NFPA 1999:2013 Edition: Meets NFPA requirements for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) footwear, providing resistance to blood-borne pathogens, flame, heat, cuts, punctures, slips, abrasion, and corrosion.
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Composite Safety Toe (NMT): Non-metallic, meets ASTM F2413-24 I/C EH PR for impact, compression, electrical hazard, and puncture resistance — won't conduct heat or cold or trigger metal detectors.
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Puncture-Resistant Midsole (PR): A protective plate helps prevent injuries from sharp objects underfoot.
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Body Fluid-Borne Pathogen Resistant: Meets ASTM F1671-24 for resistance to penetration by bloodborne pathogens.
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Semi-Locking Side Zipper: Get in and out of your boots faster, with a zipper that locks closed and releases with a pull.
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Waterproof Danner® Dry Liner: A 100% waterproof barrier that pulls moisture away from the foot.
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DCS Footbed & DCP1-H Last: The same ultra-plush comfort platform as the rest of the Lookout line, true to size with a broader toe box.
The Most Heavily Certified Boot in the Lookout Line
This is the safety-toe, CSA-certified version of the Lookout — built for departments that require composite-toe protection, puncture resistance, and Canadian CSA compliance alongside the same bloodborne pathogen and EMS certifications carried across the family.
Why Choose the Danner Lookout EMS/CSA Side-Zip 8" 23826?
If you need certified safety-toe protection, CSA compliance, and puncture resistance without giving up waterproof comfort or fast zip-entry, this is it. It's the most heavily certified boot in Danner's Lookout duty line.
Similar Styles to Consider
Don't need a safety toe or CSA certification? See the standard Lookout Side-Zip 8" (23824) or lace-up Lookout 8" (23822). Or browse all of our waterproof work boots.
Frequently Asked Questions
What certifications does this boot carry?
It's certified to CSA Z195 for Canadian safety-toe and slip/puncture/electrical-hazard requirements, and NFPA 1999:2013 for EMS use. It also meets ASTM F1671-24 for bloodborne pathogen resistance and ASTM F2413-24 I/C EH PR for the composite toe.
Is this boot waterproof?
Yes. It has a 100% waterproof Danner Dry liner.
What's different about this version compared to the standard Lookout?
This version adds a composite safety toe, CSA Z195 certification, puncture-resistant midsole, and electrical hazard protection that the standard plain-toe Lookout boots don't carry.
