No. See 29 CFR 1910.132 (h) (2) and (3). If metatarsal protection is required, an employer may furnish guards, but is not required to provide nor pay for boots or shoes.
The best shoes for metatarsalgia help reduce pressure on the ball of the foot with metatarsal pads that control pronation. Shoes for metatarsalgia usually have soles that curve at the forefoot, reducing pressure at toe. They should also have a wider toe box, and you should be able to wiggle your toes freely inside the shoes.
The wearing of safety boots or safety shoes at work is the law in the sense that the law requires the employer to assess hazards in the workplace and ensure that they are adequately controlled or eliminated. If that assessment shows a hazard to the feet, then the employer my require the wearing of safety foot to control or eliminate that hazard.
When they are competing in their sport they must wear shoes - water sports of course do not require shoes.
Lacrosse doesn't necessarily require certain shoes. When playing, most people use tennis shoes or cleats. This is because its easier to run faster in those types of shoes and they don't have to worry about them coming off when running
Different companies & countries have different regulations. In general the employer is responsible for the safety of its employees therefore he is legally (by law or for insurance) obliged to provide you with the necessary PPE. This can be either the actual equipment or an allowance to buy this equipment. As the employer can be held responsible, he can refuse access to the workfloor/site if you're not wearing the necessary PPE.
Safety shoes come in many styles. The most widely known are the safety-toe shoes where steel or plastic composite materials form a shield over the toes. Safety shoes are also available with steel shanks that prevent sharp objects from penetrating the sole of the shoe - and the foot, and with metatarsal shields that protect the boney part of the foot just in front of the ankle.
Shoes are required in only public eating establishments that have a sign saying so. Mainly only fine dining restaurants and bistros require shoes. Ask your local public eatery if they require it or not.
The benefits of Converse baby shoes are that babies will become more used to wearing shoes and will therefore be comfortable with walking and running as well as other activities that require shoes.
Require all employees to wear slip resistant shoes
You can find black and pink running shoes at Dick's Sporting Goods, Foot Locker, Nike, or Sports Authority. You can ask an employer to show you the section for running shoes and then you can find the colors you like for the running shoes you want.
Not really, a pair of sneakers will do fine.
Pain in the first metatarsal that comes and goes is most commonly due to a bunion or arthritis. See your health care provider for advice specific to your situation. While waiting for an appointment, wear low-heeled, supportive, well-fitting shoes.