Protection tips for construction workers

Safety Workwear Shop supplies protective clothing and PPE to construction companies. Construction workers are protected with appropriate protection for their activity. Read our tips.

The Urban Trouser with it\'s smooth lines and stylish cut offers superb working comfort. It offers an impressive range of pockets including double rule pocket and pre-shaped top loading knee pad pockets. Premium features incorporate crotch gusset hammer l

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Portwest T601 - Urban Work Trousers - Black - R
€41,80 Excl. tax SRP
€50,58 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €28,44 / Piece
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The Sealtex Ocean Jacket offers unrivalled foul weather protection and wearer comfort. Hardwearing functional and packed full of features including hood with peak and drawstrings storm flap with a concealed heavy duty plastic zip and full strip of hook an

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Portwest S250 - Sealtex Ocean Jacket - Navy - R
€41,10 Excl. tax SRP
€49,73 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €30,42 / piece
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This cotton coverall offers practicality and lightweight comfort. Reflective tape provides increased visibility ensuring safety in the workplace.

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Portwest C814 - Iona Cotton Coverall - Red - R
€40,83 Excl. tax SRP
€49,40 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €33,48 / piece
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This cotton coverall offers practicality and lightweight comfort. Reflective tape provides increased visibility ensuring safety in the workplace.

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Portwest C814 - Iona Cotton Coverall - Royal - R
€40,83 Excl. tax SRP
€49,40 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €33,48 / piece
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This cotton coverall offers practicality and lightweight comfort. Reflective tape provides increased visibility ensuring safety in the workplace.

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Portwest C814 - Iona Cotton Coverall - Orange - R
€40,83 Excl. tax SRP
€49,40 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €33,48 / piece
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This cotton coverall offers practicality and lightweight comfort. Reflective tape provides increased visibility ensuring safety in the workplace.

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Portwest C814 - Iona Cotton Coverall - Navy - R
€40,83 Excl. tax SRP
€49,40 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €33,48 / piece
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This cotton coverall offers practicality and lightweight comfort. Reflective tape provides increased visibility ensuring safety in the workplace.

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Portwest C814 - Iona Cotton Coverall - Khaki - R
€40,83 Excl. tax SRP
€49,40 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €33,48 / piece
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This cotton coverall offers practicality and lightweight comfort. Reflective tape provides increased visibility ensuring safety in the workplace.

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Portwest C814 - Iona Cotton Coverall - Grey - R
€40,83 Excl. tax SRP
€49,40 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €33,48 / piece
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An innovative product that keeps workers cool for up to 8 hours. Using technologies and materials designed to prevent heat stress this vest keeps the body at an ideal temperature allowing the wearer to work in comfort even in the hottest and most humid of

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Portwest CV01 - Cooling Vest - Grey - R - sales
€40,95 €40,00 Excl. tax SRP
€48,40 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €40,00 / Piece
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This full body harness features front and back D-rings and is widely used in the construction industry. It is light weight and easy to use.

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Portwest FP13 - Portwest Front & Rear Harness - Red - R
€39,60 Excl. tax SRP
€47,92 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €30,87 / piece
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This garment offers all the characteristics of a classic bodywarmer with the advantage of extra pockets. Features include mobile phone pocket and internal top pocket with zip fastening.

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Portwest S414 - Shetland Bodywarmer - Navy - R
€38,02 Excl. tax SRP
€46,00 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €25,38 / piece
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This garment offers all the characteristics of a classic bodywarmer with the advantage of extra pockets. Features include mobile phone pocket and internal top pocket with zip fastening.

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Portwest S414 - Shetland Bodywarmer - Black - R
€38,02 Excl. tax SRP
€46,00 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €25,38 / piece
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This garment offers all the characteristics of a classic bodywarmer with the advantage of extra pockets. Features include mobile phone pocket and internal top pocket with zip fastening.

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Portwest S414 - Shetland Bodywarmer - BottleG - R
€38,02 Excl. tax SRP
€46,00 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €25,38 / piece
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T801 - KX3 Cargo Trouser - Navy - R - Slim fitting cargo trouser made from durable cotton stretch fabric that delivers long lasting comfort and freedom of movement. Packed full of features to offer enhanced performance including pre-bent knees a high rise

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Portwest T801 - KX3 Cargo Trouser - Navy - R
€37,84 Excl. tax SRP
€45,79 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €28,71 / piece
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T801 - KX3 Cargo Trouser - Metal Grey - R - Slim fitting cargo trouser made from durable cotton stretch fabric that delivers long lasting comfort and freedom of movement. Packed full of features to offer enhanced performance including pre-bent knees a hig

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Portwest T801 - KX3 Cargo Trouser - Metal Grey - R
€37,84 Excl. tax SRP
€45,79 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €28,71 / piece
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T801 - KX3 Cargo Trouser - Black - R - Slim fitting cargo trouser made from durable cotton stretch fabric that delivers long lasting comfort and freedom of movement. Packed full of features to offer enhanced performance including pre-bent knees a high ris

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Portwest T801 - KX3 Cargo Trouser - Black - R
€37,84 Excl. tax SRP
€45,79 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €28,71 / piece
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This cotton coverall offers lightweight comfort for every day use. With multiple zip pockets throughout and a generous fit this winning style is ideal for all your workwear needs.

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Portwest C812 - Dubai Coverall - Khaki - R
€37,40 Excl. tax SRP
€45,25 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €30,33 / piece
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Lightweight and practical the Sealtex Bib & Brace has been designed to fit comfortably over work clothes. Welded seams ensure wind and rain are locked out providing full protection against harsh elements.

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Portwest S453 - Sealtex Classic Bib & Brace - Navy - R
€35,64 Excl. tax SRP
€43,12 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €29,70 / piece
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A waterproof alternative to the traditional leather rigger. Steel toecap and midsole fully waterproof fur lined with side tabs for easy donning.

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Portwest FW75 - Neptune Rigger Boot S5 CI - Tan - R
€34,76 Excl. tax SRP
€42,06 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €26,73 / pair
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A waterproof alternative to the traditional leather rigger. Steel toecap and midsole fully waterproof fur lined with side tabs for easy donning.

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Portwest FW75 - Neptune Rigger Boot S5 CI - Black - R
€34,76 Excl. tax SRP
€42,06 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €26,73 / pair
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Lightweight harness with a sliding dorsal D-Ring. Features two chest loops and an adjustable quick release chest strap. Constructed using polyester webbing straps.

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Portwest FP12 - Portwest 2 Point Harness - Red - R
€34,32 Excl. tax SRP
€41,53 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €25,65 / piece
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The pre-shrunk top quality fabric contributes to the professional appearance of this garment. Various pockets and a hammer loop complement the all-purpose styling.

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Portwest C813 - Liverpool Zip Coverall - Red - R
€33,70 Excl. tax SRP
€40,78 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €28,98 / piece
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The pre-shrunk top quality fabric contributes to the professional appearance of this garment. Various pockets and a hammer loop complement the all-purpose styling.

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Portwest C813 - Liverpool Zip Coverall - Orange - R
€33,70 Excl. tax SRP
€40,78 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €28,98 / piece
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The pre-shrunk top quality fabric contributes to the professional appearance of this garment. Various pockets and a hammer loop complement the all-purpose styling.

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Portwest C813 - Liverpool Zip Coverall - Navy T - T
€33,70 Excl. tax SRP
€40,78 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €26,64 / piece
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Safety Workwear Shop supplies protective clothing and PPE to construction companies. Construction workers are protected with appropriate protection for their activity. Read our tips in the interview with construction worker Jake.

Interviewer: Jake, can you tell us about a time when you had to put safety first as a construction worker?

Jake: Sure, there was a point where we were working on a multi-story building and I noticed that some of the scaffolding had become unstable. I immediately notified my supervisor and we stopped work until the problem was resolved.

Interviewer: What are some of the hazards construction workers face in the workplace?

Jake: According to official agencies, construction workers face many hazards, including falls, being struck by objects, electrocution, and accidents involving trapping or entrapment. Falls are the leading cause of fatal accidents in construction.

Interviewer: What are some safety tips construction workers can follow to avoid accidents?

Jake: Here are five safety tips to stay safe in the workplace:

  1. Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment, such as helmets, goggles and work boots.

  2. Be aware of your surroundings and potential hazards. Look for unsafe conditions and report them immediately.

  3. Use proper lifting techniques and avoid overloading. If a load is too heavy, ask for help or use equipment to move it.

  4. Follow all safety rules and procedures. Regularly attend safety meetings and training sessions.

  5. Don't take shortcuts. Always follow the correct procedures, even if it takes a little more time.

Interviewer: Thanks for sharing those tips, Jake. How has prioritizing workplace safety benefited you and your team?

Jake: Putting safety first has not only helped keep myself and my colleagues safe in the workplace, but it has also helped us complete projects on time and with fewer accidents. It is essential to take safety seriously and always be on the lookout for potential hazards.

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