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When Should You Wear Protective Clothing? ‍There are several situations where it is advisable to wear protective clothing to protect yourself from potential risks. In addition, different types of apparel fulfil other functions and can help reduce the risk of injury.  The appropriate protective clothing will depend on the type of risks that you might encounter while working or playing. However, knowing what type of clothing is best for a given situation can be difficult.  There are two main categories of protective clothing: coveralls and workwear. In addition, these two types come with various sub-categories, such as long sleeve vs...

What PPE should be worn on site? A construction site is a highly hazardous environment. It’s a place where workers are at risk of coming into contact with toxic substances, heavy equipment, and large volumes of raw materials. Many sharp objects, slippery surfaces, and hidden dangers lurking around every corner. Wearing the correct PPE is essential for anyone who works on a construction site. This article will explain what PPE should be worn on a building site and why.Why is PPE so important on a construction site?The International Labour Organisation (ILO) estimates that at least 60 000 fatal accidents occur each...

Guide to Hi-Vis Waterproof Clothing If you work in the construction industry, forestry, or any other job that requires you to spend time outdoors, you might have considered getting yourself some high-visibility waterproof clothing. There are many reasons why such clothing can be useful for workers operating in these environments. It can make you much more visible to others when spending time outdoors at dusk or dawn. In addition to this, since the risk of finding yourself caught in the rain is much greater when working outdoors than if you work an office job, having access to waterproof clothing can...

Workwear Brands to Wear in 2022/2023 Construction is a dangerous, dirty and high-stress job. Workers must use heavy tools, lift heavy materials, and work at heights. Moreover, they often do so in all kinds of weather conditions that expose them to wind, rain and sun. All of these factors combined make it crucial for workers to be wearing the correct type of clothing when they’re on site.Construction workwear is designed specifically to protect workers from falls, cuts and scrapes, UV rays, and other external hazards. It’s also important that the garments are comfortable enough to wear all day long without...

Choose PPE That Fits Your Needs When you work in a dangerous environment, you must wear approved personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect yourself from hazards. PPE comes in many forms, including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves and raincoats. Each piece of PPE is designed to protect you from an identified hazard. The right PPE can help keep you safe while working. However, there are so many different types of protective equipment out there that choosing the best one for your job can be confusing. This article discusses the different types of personal protective equipment and explains when each is...