Guide To Industrial WorkwearSafety From Head to Toe

HEADWEARWith approximately 100,000 reported occupational head injuries a year, hardhats can be the difference between life and death. However, there is more to head safety than just hardhats.

While hardhats cover impact injuries, clothing and accessories extend that protection. Reflective stripes and contrasting colors increase the visibility of a worker on the side of a road or in a low light environment.

HIGH VISIBILITY CLOTHINGHigh visibility clothing works in two ways.

First, it provides a contrast between a worker’s body and the surroundings.

Second, retro-reflective materials are utilized to reflect light back to its source. Just wearing bright colors is not enough for long distance visibility when high-speed vehicles are present in or near a work site.

Protection Against Cuts and Abrasions

Common hazards include sharp edges from machinery or materials, abrasive surfaces, and crushing or impact risks.

Heavy-duty Carhartt jackets will protect against cuts and abrasions.

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

Protection Against The Elements

Water proof outerwear keeps workers dry and warm. Waterproof boots also prevent infection and rot.

The chemical industry requires water proof clothing in order to prevent chemical burns from splashes and spills.

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

Protection Against Heat and Fire

Flame resistant clothing is vital for the petroleum industry or around any potential fire hazards.

Overall, today’s clothing options expand PPE capabilities.

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

Flame Resistant Canvas

Flame Resistant Twill

Impact Protection

There are many impact and crushing hazards for the toes and the foot in any industrial setting. Steel toe boots offer protection and support in both instances.

FOOT PROTECTION

Support Protection

Being on one’s feet all day puts a lot of demand on the body, improper footwear leads to fatigue and back disabilities.

Ankle support is also necessary for work environments with uneven surfaces in order to prevent ankle strains.

FOOT PROTECTION

Slip Resistance

Good tread and slip resistant soles will help prevent one of the most common types of injuries, slips trips and falls.

FOOT PROTECTION

Thankfully, all of these features are found in one type of footwear, steel toe boots. Most boots can also be treated with a water-tight sealant in keep the feet dry and improve chemical protection. Keeping the feet safe is paramount for every worker.

ALL-IN-1 FOOT PROTECTION

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