Construction, road, factory? Visible = noticed
Wednesday, 18 September 2024
Why is high visibility clothing more than just clothing? Every day, thousands of people step out of their homes to undertake their duties. Whether you’re a construction worker, a cyclist or simply a pedestrian returning from work, your safety should be a priority. And one of the simplest, yet most effective ways to increase
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Protective clothing for workers – what to look out for to ensure safety and comfort?
Monday, 09 September 2024
Out of concern for the safety and comfort of their employees, every employer is obliged to provide them with appropriate protective clothing. Appropriate health and safety clothing is not only about meeting legal obligations, but above all an investment in the health and efficiency of the team and the satisfaction of the employees. Poorly selected
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Electric arc – a danger that cannot be ignored
Monday, 09 September 2024
In an industrial environment, where electricity is integral to the work, there are many hazards. One of the most insidious and dangerous is arcing. This phenomenon, which may not seem very dangerous, actually poses a serious threat to the life and health of workers. In this article, we take a closer look at this phenomenon,
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Effects of excessive UV radiation on worker health
Friday, 21 April 2023
Ultraviolet radiation (UV) is a form of short-wavelength electromagnetic radiation that comes from the sun, among other sources. Overexposure to UV radiation can adversely affect our health – causing sunburn, but also increasing the risk of skin cancer. Unfortunately, working outdoors is a no-brainer in some industries. The effects of excessive UV radiation on the
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Denim work trousers – are they a good choice?
Friday, 23 November 2018
Jeans are one of the most popular trousers in both women’s and men’s wardrobes. They are loved by everyone, regardless of profession, financial status, age or style. This American type of work trousers sewn from cotton denim fabric and made in twill weave is very popular both in the sports, casual and working version.
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Flame retardant protective clothing and personal protective equipment for welders
Tuesday, 30 October 2018
Welders are employed in numerous repair shops, production plants and other workplaces. Due to the nature of their work, they are exposed to specific health and safety risks. This is why it is so important to provide appropriate personal protective equipment, including protective clothing. The most dangerous factors in the welder’s work that
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Rainwear for workers. What should you keep in mind before buying it?
Thursday, 18 October 2018
When choosing protective clothing for employees, it is advisable to follow not only the guidelines set out in the standards that apply to business owners, but also to ensure the comfort of its future users. This is why when selecting rainwear it is good practice to check the parameters that are important from the point
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Clothing, work shoes and other personal protective equipment in a car repair shop
Monday, 01 October 2018
A car repair shop is a place where mechanical and electrical repairs of vehicles are carried out, as well as a number of other activities, among others on the powertrain, chassis, bodywork, etc. Therefore, it cannot be assumed that there is one general pattern of workwear for workshop workers. The outfit as well as personal
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Safety and occupational (work) footwear in the light of applicable law
Tuesday, 25 September 2018
In accordance with the Labour Code Act of 26 June 1974 (the Journal of Laws of 1974, No. 24, item 141), the employer is obliged to provide an employee with personal protective equipment to protect them against dangerous factors and factors harmful to health. It includes both work clothing and footwear that meet the requirements
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Is it better to purchase ready-made safety clothing? Or perhaps tailor-made workwear?
Monday, 17 September 2018
The primary function of category I protective clothing, commonly referred to as workwear, is to replace a worker’s clothes and to protect them from damage or dirt. For many years, the main purpose of this type of clothing was to protect blue-collar workers from factors that were not harmful to their health. Over time, the
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