Not everyone is blessed with the ability to tell good work wear from bad work wear. When it comes to protecting ourselves from the elements, or from the things we are exposed to in our working lives, we might not be armed with all the information we need to make an informed choice.
We wanted to address this and change it. Let’s talk protection… what work wear should be worn and what should be avoided?
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Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing Protective Gear
Choosing protective work wear is easier when you follow these tips.
Focusing on Price
Although an honest work wear provider should give you nothing but the finest quality – a price focus will always lead you to spend less initially. This is an example of false economy. Inexpensive personal protective equipment can lead to issues with your health. You may be under protected, hurt yourself, or even just have to replace it more often.
Not Thinking About the Details
Look closely at the quality of the product. How is the stitching? Will it hold together in a pinch? Are the parts joined well? In certain aspects, this clothing is essential safety gear that is meant to save your life or protect your wellbeing. If you don’t look at it and know that it can do those things? Then you shouldn’t buy it.
Details are a great way to tell how well crafted an item is. The stitching of rip-off goods is usually faulty and will come apart if too much pressure is applied. Test a new piece of safety-focused work gear by applying that pressure.
Not Getting Measurements Right
People change shape as they age. It’s gravity, it can’t be helped. They get thinner, or bigger, taller or shorter – and that’s why it is important to take your measurements before you buy any piece of clothing. When it comes to protective work gear, that measurement becomes even more vital.
If you are too big for your safety gear you may get hurt, likewise if you are too small. If it is an item designed to last long term – like a high vis vest or jacket, then you may want to think about whether or not you should go a size bigger, so you don’t outgrow it.
Measure twice, cut once, goes for clothes, as well as construction work.
Going Online
Yes – you can get great deals and imported pieces when you buy online. No, this isn’t always a good thing. Not buying in person means you don’t physically hold the item in your hands before you commit to buying. It might be the wrong size, shape, weight – or just entirely a different product – and you have no guarantees.
Shop local and don’t take that risk.
Telling Good work wear from Bad
If you still aren’t sure and want extra help telling good work wear from bad work wear, all you need to do is check out the Worker’s Shop. Workersshop.com.au have all the work clothing you need to make sure you have the best protection possible. Head on over and check out their full range to be sure of a quality purchase.
