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.

A881 - Marine Ultra PVC Chem Gauntlet - Blue - U - Premium quality PVC chemical gauntlet. Excellent dexterity with secure grip from the sandy palm finish. Seamless liner ensures comfort and flexibility.

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Portwest A881 - Marine Ultra PVC Chem Gauntlet - Blue - U
€6,60 Excl. tax SRP
€7,99 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €5,31 / pair
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In stock

Ansell HyFlex 11-919 work gloves for assembly work. Features Great flexibility and dexterity for optimum comfort during use. Seamless nylon liner, 13 stitches per inch. Roughened nitrile coating. Fine and elastic stitches for excellent comfort. The elasti

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Ansell Ansell HyFlex 11-919 work gloves for assembly work
€6,47 Excl. tax SRP
€7,83 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €6,47 / pair
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Out of stock

Tough 14\" split leather gauntlet providing protection against a range of heat related tasks. Ideal for welding metal handling etc."

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Portwest A510 - Welders Gauntlet - Blue - U
€6,42 Excl. tax SRP
€7,77 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €5,85 / pair
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A short sleeved vest for additional high visibility coverage while keeping the wearer cool. It uses lightweight fabric and HiVisTex reflective tape.

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Portwest C471 - Hi-Vis Short Sleeved Vest - Yellow - R
€6,42 Excl. tax SRP
€7,77 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €5,13 / piece
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Out of stock

Replacement visor for PW93. It also fits PW58.

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Portwest PW94 - Replacement Mesh Visor - Black - R
€6,16 Excl. tax SRP
€7,45 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,68 / piece
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CV05 - Cooling Neck Scarf - Blue - U - Lightweight easy to use and ideal for use in hot working environments. The Cooling Neck Scarf instantly cools the wearer helping to reduce heat stress when needed most.

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Portwest CV05 - Cooling Neck Scarf - Blue - U
€5,90 Excl. tax SRP
€7,14 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,86 / piece
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Level 5 cut resistant glove for maximum protection against cuts and sharp objects. Seamless liner for added comfort and dexterity.

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Portwest A622 - Cut 5 PU Palm Glove - GreyGrey - R - sales
€4,86 €5,79 Excl. tax SRP
€7,01 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,95 / Pair
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Out of stock

HV12 - USB Rechargeable Light Clip - Black - R - USB Rechargeable Light Clip can be easily attached to any hat jacket radio loop or belt to ensure visibility for workers. Perfect for any night time activity.

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Portwest HV12 - USB Rechargeable Light Clip - Black - R
€5,46 Excl. tax SRP
€6,61 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,23 / piece
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C374 - MeshAir Hi-Vis Two Band Vest - Yellow - R - Stay visible and cool in our full mesh vest. MeshAir fabric provides excellent breathability and airflow ensuring a cool and comfortable wear.

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Portwest C374 - MeshAir Hi-Vis Two Band Vest - Yellow - R
€5,46 Excl. tax SRP
€6,61 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,50 / piece
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C374 - MeshAir Hi-Vis Two Band Vest - Orange - R - Stay visible and cool in our full mesh vest. MeshAir fabric provides excellent breathability and airflow ensuring a cool and comfortable wear.

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Portwest C374 - MeshAir Hi-Vis Two Band Vest - Orange - R
€5,46 Excl. tax SRP
€6,61 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,50 / piece
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Out of stock

Stokolan Classic - 100ml skin care for dry and stressed skin

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Deb Stoko Stokolan Classic - 100ml skin care for dry and stressed skin
€5,45 Excl. tax SRP
€6,59 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €5,45 / Piece
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Out of stock

Complete set of filter caps 501 to click a 3M filter 5911, 5925 or 5935 onto a 3M gas filter. This allows you to turn the whole into a combination filter. Norm: EN 143: 2001 Set of 2 pieces Lightweight

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3M Safety 3M 501 filter holder / filter cap for 5000 *2**, 1 pair
€5,34 Excl. tax SRP
€6,46 Incl. tax SRP
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CV06 - Cooling Towel - Blue - U - Designed to cool your core in 3 easy steps. This multipurpose cooling towel provides hours of cooling relief for wearers enduring high levels of physical activity or exposure to heat.

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Portwest CV06 - Cooling Towel - Blue - U
€5,28 Excl. tax SRP
€6,39 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,32 / piece
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Out of stock

Our visor holder is compatible with helmet styles PW50 PW51 and PW57. Versatile and safe this is a great addition to the PW Safety range. Compatible with Replacement Visor PW92/ PW94 / PW99.

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Portwest PW58 - Helmet Visor Carrier - Black - R
€5,28 Excl. tax SRP
€6,39 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,14 / piece
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Ansell HyFlex 11-840 work gloves for assembly work. Features The robust 1.1 mm thick FORTIX™ nitrile foam coating (patent pending) protects with EN abrasion resistance level 4, thus offering up to two times more abrasion protection than other lightweight

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Ansell Ansell HyFlex 11-840 work gloves for assembly work
€5,09 Excl. tax SRP
€6,16 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €5,09 / pair
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Out of stock

A820 - Neoprene Chemical Gauntlet - Black - R - This 38cm Neoprene rubber gauntlet provides protection against a wide range of acids caustics alcohols and many solvents. Anti slip pattern for good grip in wet and dry conditions. Cotton flock lining to abs

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Portwest A820 - Neoprene Chemical Gauntlet - Black - R
€5,07 Excl. tax SRP
€6,13 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,05 / pair
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Ansell HyFlex 11-818 work gloves for assembly work. Properties In abrasive applications, the ultra-thin FORTIX™ nitrile foam coating (patent pending) lasts up to three times longer than comparable coatings, increasing glove life and reducing total cost of

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Ansell Ansell HyFlex 11-818 work gloves for assembly work
€4,98 Excl. tax SRP
€6,03 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,98 / pair
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Out of stock

B030 - Replacement Beanie Head Light - No Col - R - Replacement LED light module for the B027 B028 and B029. This rechargeable LED light can be charged in a standard USB port.

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Portwest B030 - Replacement Beanie Head Light - No Col - R
€4,93 Excl. tax SRP
€5,97 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,14 / piece
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This high-performance cold-weather hat has a specially insulated Microfibre lining for extra warmth retention. Fine knit acrylic fabric that is windproof and extremely comfortable to wear.

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Portwest B013 - Knit Cap Insulatex Lined - - R
€4,93 Excl. tax SRP
€5,97 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,60 / piece
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This high-performance cold-weather hat has a specially insulated Microfibre lining for extra warmth retention. Fine knit acrylic fabric that is windproof and extremely comfortable to wear.

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Portwest B013 - Knit Cap Insulatex Lined - Orange - R
€4,93 Excl. tax SRP
€5,97 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,60 / piece
Excl. Shipping costs
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This high-performance cold-weather hat has a specially insulated Microfibre lining for extra warmth retention. Fine knit acrylic fabric that is windproof and extremely comfortable to wear.

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Portwest B013 - Knit Cap Insulatex Lined - Navy - R
€4,93 Excl. tax SRP
€5,97 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,60 / piece
Excl. Shipping costs
In stock

This high-performance cold-weather hat has a specially insulated Microfibre lining for extra warmth retention. Fine knit acrylic fabric that is windproof and extremely comfortable to wear.

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Portwest B013 - Knit Cap Insulatex Lined - Grey - R
€4,93 Excl. tax SRP
€5,97 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,60 / piece
Excl. Shipping costs
In stock

This high-performance cold-weather hat has a specially insulated Microfibre lining for extra warmth retention. Fine knit acrylic fabric that is windproof and extremely comfortable to wear.

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Portwest B013 - Knit Cap Insulatex Lined - Black - R
€4,93 Excl. tax SRP
€5,97 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,60 / piece
Excl. Shipping costs
In stock

MAX Mask - anti-bacterial mouth mask that can be washed 50 times

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MAX Safety MAX Mask - anti-bacterial mouth mask that can be washed 50 times
€15,00 €5,16 Excl. tax SRP
€5,47 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €15,00 / Piece
Excl. Shipping costs
In stock

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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