Protection tips for dock workers

Safety Workwear Shop has been supplying PPE and workwear to Antwerp dock workers from other European ports for almost 10 years. We know that this heavy work requires special protection. Read our tips.

Contrasting colours make this garment a highly popular choice. Designed to keep you warm and dry whilst giving the wearer increased visibility this stylish jacket is suitable for all weather conditions. The garment is fully waterproof and features a draws

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Portwest S466 - Hi-Vis Contrast Traffic Jacket - Yellow - R
€42,77 Excl. tax SRP
€51,75 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €32,31 / piece
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Contrasting colours make this garment a highly popular choice. Designed to keep you warm and dry whilst giving the wearer increased visibility this stylish jacket is suitable for all weather conditions. The garment is fully waterproof and features a draws

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Portwest S466 - Hi-Vis Contrast Traffic Jacket - YeBk - R
€42,77 Excl. tax SRP
€51,75 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €32,31 / piece
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PS73 - Height Endurance Mountaineer Helmet - Yellow - R - Height Endurance Mountaineer helmet is the ultimate evolution of our Height Endurance range. This vented peak-less helmet is designed for multi-purposes. It is ideal for working at height rescue op

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Portwest PS73 - Height Endurance Mountaineer Helmet - Yellow - R
€42,59 Excl. tax SRP
€51,53 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €35,28 / piece
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PS73 - Height Endurance Mountaineer Helmet - White - R - Height Endurance Mountaineer helmet is the ultimate evolution of our Height Endurance range. This vented peak-less helmet is designed for multi-purposes. It is ideal for working at height rescue ope

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Portwest PS73 - Height Endurance Mountaineer Helmet - White - R
€42,59 Excl. tax SRP
€51,53 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €35,28 / piece
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PS73 - Height Endurance Mountaineer Helmet - Red - R - Height Endurance Mountaineer helmet is the ultimate evolution of our Height Endurance range. This vented peak-less helmet is designed for multi-purposes. It is ideal for working at height rescue opera

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Portwest PS73 - Height Endurance Mountaineer Helmet - Red - R
€42,59 Excl. tax SRP
€51,53 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €35,28 / piece
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PS73 - Height Endurance Mountaineer Helmet - Royal - R - Height Endurance Mountaineer helmet is the ultimate evolution of our Height Endurance range. This vented peak-less helmet is designed for multi-purposes. It is ideal for working at height rescue ope

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Portwest PS73 - Height Endurance Mountaineer Helmet - Royal - R
€42,59 Excl. tax SRP
€51,53 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €35,28 / piece
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PS73 - Height Endurance Mountaineer Helmet - Orange - R - Height Endurance Mountaineer helmet is the ultimate evolution of our Height Endurance range. This vented peak-less helmet is designed for multi-purposes. It is ideal for working at height rescue op

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Portwest PS73 - Height Endurance Mountaineer Helmet - Orange - R
€42,59 Excl. tax SRP
€51,53 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €35,28 / piece
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BZ14 - Bizweld Iona Trouser - Orange - R - The Bizweld Iona Trouser offers enhanced comfort and performance. Providing excellent welding properties this trouser gives outstanding multi purpose protection against radiant heat and molten iron splashes. Key

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Portwest BZ14 - Bizweld Iona Trouser - Orange - R
€42,59 Excl. tax SRP
€51,53 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €34,65 / piece
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BZ14 - Bizweld Iona Trouser - Navy - R - The Bizweld Iona Trouser offers enhanced comfort and performance. Providing excellent welding properties this trouser gives outstanding multi purpose protection against radiant heat and molten iron splashes. Key fe

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Portwest BZ14 - Bizweld Iona Trouser - Navy - R
€42,59 Excl. tax SRP
€51,53 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €34,65 / piece
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S497 - Sealtex Ultra Bib & Brace - Yellow - R - The Sealtex Ultra bib and brace offers unrivalled high visibility and rain protection. The welded seams ensure wind and rain are locked out providing full protection against the harsh elements. It has been d

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Portwest S497 - Sealtex Ultra Bib & Brace - Yellow - R
€42,06 Excl. tax SRP
€50,89 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €35,10 / piece
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A premium hi-vis trouser designed and cut specifically for women to give a flattering fit. Features include side waist elastication for extra freedom of movement and an excellent combination of thigh and back pockets for secure storage. Durable Kingsmill

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Portwest LW71 - Ladies Hi-Vis Trousers - Yellow - R
€42,06 Excl. tax SRP
€50,89 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €34,65 / piece
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A premium hi-vis trouser designed and cut specifically for women to give a flattering fit. Features include side waist elastication for extra freedom of movement and an excellent combination of thigh and back pockets for secure storage. Durable Kingsmill

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Portwest LW71 - Ladies Hi-Vis Trousers - Orange - R
€42,06 Excl. tax SRP
€50,89 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €34,65 / piece
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Stylish and functional these high visibility track pants feature a fully elasticated waist with drawstring adjustment for maximum comfort and visibility. Roomy thigh pocket and reinforced waterproof knee patches give extra functionality to the wearer.

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Portwest RT48 - Hi-Vis Jogging Bottoms - Orange - R
€41,01 Excl. tax SRP
€49,62 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €33,57 / piece
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The multi-pocket toolvest combines modern design with highly durable EN ISO 20471 certified fluorescent fabric. The toolvest is crammed with features including twin stitched seams Dual ID holder holster pockets and waist belt for comfortable fit and suppo

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Portwest KS63 - Xenon Toolvest - Yellow - R
€40,39 Excl. tax SRP
€48,87 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €31,68 / 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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Deb InstantFOAM Complete -1L hand gel disinfectant foam with virus killing

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Deb Stoko Deb InstantFOAM Complete -1L hand gel disinfectant foam with virus killing
€39,00 Excl. tax SRP
€47,19 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €39,00 / Piece
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Travabon Classic - 1L skin protection against heavy oils and fats

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Deb Stoko Travabon Classic - 1L skin protection against heavy oils and fats
€39,00 Excl. tax SRP
€47,19 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €39,00 / Piece
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Cleverly designed with an extra long length of 122cm this coat ensures total protection in adverse weather conditions and offers exceptional value for money. This lightweight coat features a pack-away hood stud and zip storm flap large pockets for ample s

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Portwest H445 - Hi-Vis Coat 122cm - Yellow - R
€38,54 Excl. tax SRP
€46,63 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €29,70 / piece
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B317 - Two-Tone Zip Front Hoodie - YeNa - R - The Two-Tone Zip Front Hoodie combines durable fabric with a stylish two tone design. Superior brushed easy care fabric provides extra comfort and warmth. Features include side pockets an adjustable hood and

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Portwest B317 - Two-Tone Zip Front Hoodie - YeNa - R
€38,37 Excl. tax SRP
€46,43 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €29,70 / piece
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B317 - Two-Tone Zip Front Hoodie - OrNa - R - The Two-Tone Zip Front Hoodie combines durable fabric with a stylish two tone design. Superior brushed easy care fabric provides extra comfort and warmth. Features include side pockets an adjustable hood and

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Portwest B317 - Two-Tone Zip Front Hoodie - OrNa - R
€38,37 Excl. tax SRP
€46,43 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €29,70 / piece
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Offering high quality at an unbeatable price the S160 includes features such as a zipped front with Hook & Loop storm flap jetted hip pockets and stud adjustable cuffs.

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Portwest S160 - Hi-Vis Lite Traffic Jacket - Yellow - R
€37,31 Excl. tax SRP
€45,15 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €28,98 / piece
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Offering high quality at an unbeatable price the S160 includes features such as a zipped front with Hook & Loop storm flap jetted hip pockets and stud adjustable cuffs.

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Portwest S160 - Hi-Vis Lite Traffic Jacket - Orange - R
€37,31 Excl. tax SRP
€45,15 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €28,98 / piece
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3M Peltor X3P3 ear muff helmet attachment. High attenuation with a 1-hood sound attenuation design of SNR 32 dB Fits directly onto many hard hats without the need for an additional mounting adapter Soft, wide cushions help reduce pressure on the ears, imp

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3M Safety 3M Peltor X3P3 ear muff helmet attachment
€37,29 Excl. tax SRP
€45,12 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €37,29 / Piece
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3M Peltor PEX3A X3 Ear Muff Headband. High attenuation with a 1-hood sound attenuation design of SNR 33 dB Soft, wide cushions help reduce pressure on the ears, improving comfort and wearability Slim, dual-molded hoods Large space in the hoods reduces hum

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3M Safety 3M Peltor PEX3A X3 Ear Muff Headband
€37,29 Excl. tax SRP
€45,12 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €37,29 / Piece
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Safety Workwear Shop has been supplying PPE and workwear to Antwerp dock workers from other European ports for almost 10 years. We know that this heavy work requires special protection.

Read Jarno's tips.

Interviewer: Hi Jarno, can you tell us about your work in the port of Antwerp?

Jarno: Of course, I work as a crane operator in one of the container terminals here.

Interviewer: That sounds interesting. What are some of the biggest challenges you face in your job?

Jarno: Well, one of the biggest challenges is working with such heavy loads. We have to be very careful to make sure the containers are tight and the crane doesn't fall over.

Interviewer: I can imagine that safety is a major concern in your field. What safety measures do you and your team take?

Jarno: Safety is definitely our top priority. We wear helmets, goggles and high visibility vests at all times. We also have safety protocols for every aspect of the job, from moving the containers to operating the crane.

Interviewer: That's great to hear. Have you ever experienced near misses or accidents at work?

Jarno: Luckily I personally haven't had any accidents, but I did see a few near misses. That's why it's so important to stay focused and follow all safety procedures.

Interviewer: Absolutely. Finally, what advice would you give to someone interested in becoming a crane operator?

Jarno: My advice would be to take safety seriously and never take shortcuts. It's a demanding job, but it can also be very rewarding if you approach it with the right mindset!

 

 

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