If you run a business then you are required by law to provide a safe working environment for your employees. Workwear helps to protect your employees health and safety and many types of PPE are essential to keep your staff safe in any environments where there is a risk to their safety.
Always choose high quality workwear as you will save money in the long run due to it being more durable. Cheap or inferior workwear may cause more hassle than the savings are worth. The workwear should also be checked in terms of being an appropriate fit for the employee, for comfort as well as safety purposes. It is popular for workwear to be made of woven fabric, such as sweatshirts and hoodies and softshell jackets and fleeces. This is because it is comfortable and trendy and can be used for a range of different industries.
As well as being an important part of health and safety, the workwear that your business provides its employees to wear plays a large role in the professional appearance of both the employees and the business. Embroidered and printed workwear is a worthwhile investment for a business for many different reasons. Your employees are responsible for how your company image is perceived and providing branded workwear helps to create a professional look for your business. Many businesses choose to have their business name or logo embroidered onto workwear, for a smart appearance, with employees all wearing the same uniform.
You need to consider what type of fabric is most suitable for the type of work that your employees are doing. If you have employees operating machinery then it is important that they do not wear any loose clothing, such as a tie, as it could catch on equipment. Employees working in warm environments should wear breathable workwear to stop them from getting too hot and any type of work that involves an open flame, such as welding, requires flame retardant workwear.
As an employer you should also perform a risk assessment to determine what type of PPE needs to be provided and that the relevant regulations are complied with. Conducting thorough risk assessments within the workplace helps to form the basis for the management of health and safety issues. Any workwear and PPE that is provided must always be replaced when needed, to keep employees protected.
At Work and Wear Direct we have a large selection of trade workwear and safety clothing. Call us on 01702 553698 to discuss your workwear requirements.
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