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.

Honeywell OptiFit single full face mask with A2P3 filter that protects against fine dust, chemicals and viruses

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Honeywell Honeywell OptiFit single full face mask with A2P3 filter that protects against fine dust, chemicals and viruses - size Medium
€149,00 €95,00 Excl. tax SRP
€114,95 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €95,00 / Piece
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The Malden hi-vis softshell jacket with detachable sleeves is made of top quality, easy-care materials. This light and supple softshell with fleece on the inside protects you against cold and wind. All zippers, including those of the chest pockets and the

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Sioen 724Z SOFTSHELL MALDEN Fluo Yellow / Navy Blue
€94,60 Excl. tax SRP
€114,47 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €94,60 / Piece
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FR21 - Flame Resistant Super Light Weight Anti-Static Coverall 210g - OrangT - T - This coverall is perfect for the extra warm weather demands of the offshore industry. Constructed with a lighter weight highly innovative flame-resistant twill fabric.

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Portwest FR21 - Flame Resistant Super Light Weight Anti-Static Coverall 210g - OrangT - T
€94,16 Excl. tax SRP
€113,93 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €79,11 / piece
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FR21 - Flame Resistant Super Light Weight Anti-Static Coverall 210g - Navy T - T - This coverall is perfect for the extra warm weather demands of the offshore industry. Constructed with a lighter weight highly innovative flame-resistant twill fabric.

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Portwest FR21 - Flame Resistant Super Light Weight Anti-Static Coverall 210g - Navy T - T
€94,16 Excl. tax SRP
€113,93 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €79,11 / piece
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This S3 boot features a waterproof and breathable membrane and is perfect for use in all conditions. Steel toecap and midsole for total protection with a tough TPU outsole for greater stability and abrasion.

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Portwest FW57 - Steelite All Weather Boot S3 WR - Brown - R
€93,63 Excl. tax SRP
€113,29 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €74,70 / pair
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This S3 boot features a waterproof and breathable membrane and is perfect for use in all conditions. Steel toecap and midsole for total protection with a tough TPU outsole for greater stability and abrasion.

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Portwest FW57 - Steelite All Weather Boot S3 WR - Black - R
€93,63 Excl. tax SRP
€113,29 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €74,70 / pair
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Versatile and comfortable protection against all weather conditions. The detachable fur lining and collar in combination with the zip-out sleeves prove this is a superbly adaptable garment. Numerous zipped outer and interior pockets afford excellent perso

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Portwest C465 - Hi-Vis Contrast Bomber Jacket - ReNa - R
€93,19 Excl. tax SRP
€112,76 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €67,95 / piece
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This 3-in-1 bomber jacket uses our highly innovative triple technology Glowtex function. Offering advanced visibility by combining fluorescent fabric HiVisTex reflective tape and Glowtex phosphorescence tape which glows in the dark. The detachable fur lin

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Portwest G465 - Glowtex 3-in-1 Jacket - YeNa - R
€92,40 Excl. tax SRP
€111,80 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €71,91 / piece
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S765 - Hi-Vis Essential 5-in-1 Jacket - Yellow - R - This superb 5-in-1 jacket system is adaptable for any work situation. Outer jacket features 2 large roomy pockets stud adjustable cuffs and concealed attached roll-away hood. Inner jacket has fluorescen

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Portwest S765 - Hi-Vis Essential 5-in-1 Jacket - Yellow - R
€91,96 Excl. tax SRP
€111,27 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €71,91 / piece
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S765 - Hi-Vis Essential 5-in-1 Jacket - Orange - R - This superb 5-in-1 jacket system is adaptable for any work situation. Outer jacket features 2 large roomy pockets stud adjustable cuffs and concealed attached roll-away hood. Inner jacket has fluorescen

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Portwest S765 - Hi-Vis Essential 5-in-1 Jacket - Orange - R
€91,96 Excl. tax SRP
€111,27 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €71,91 / piece
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FR08 - Bizflame Ultra Two Tone Jacket - Royal - R - Designed for working in hazardous conditions both off-shore or on-site this jacket combines style with performance. The special blend of FR Polyester in the fabric provides unbeatable durability in the t

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Portwest FR08 - Bizflame Ultra Two Tone Jacket - Royal - R
€90,99 Excl. tax SRP
€110,10 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €71,10 / piece
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FR08 - Bizflame Ultra Two Tone Jacket - Grey - R - Designed for working in hazardous conditions both off-shore or on-site this jacket combines style with performance. The special blend of FR Polyester in the fabric provides unbeatable durability in the to

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Portwest FR08 - Bizflame Ultra Two Tone Jacket - Grey - R
€90,99 Excl. tax SRP
€110,10 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €71,10 / piece
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This inherently flame resistant sweatshirt is designed to give high visibility protection from every direction. Features include snug rib knit cuffs & hem to give a stylish comfortable fit.

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Portwest FR72 - Flame Resistant Anti-Static Hi-Vis Sweatshirt - Yellow - R
€90,64 Excl. tax SRP
€109,67 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €81,90 / piece
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Hand protection - Impact protection IRX Gator Grip - ordered pairs

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HexArmor HexArmor GGT5 Gator Grip 4021
€89,76 Excl. tax SRP
€108,61 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €89,76 / Pair
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The Orange High Vis Cat 2 cooling vest meets the new EN ISO 20471 standard. Ideal for working on roads, railways and at the airport. Call now +32 468 20 67 58

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Techniche HyperKewl Orange High Vis Cat 2 cooling vest
€89,00 Excl. tax SRP
€107,69 Incl. tax SRP
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The yellow High Vis Cat 2 cooling vest meets the new EN ISO 20471 standard. Ideal for working on roads, railways and at the airport. Call now +32 468 20 67 58

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Techniche HyperKewl Yellow High Vis Cat 2 cooling vest
€89,00 Excl. tax SRP
€107,69 Incl. tax SRP
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Hand protection - Impact protection IRX Gator Grip - ordered pairs

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HexArmor HexArmor EXT Rescue 4011
€89,00 Excl. tax SRP
€107,69 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €89,00 / Pair
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Be seen in all conditions with this innovative concept in Hi-Vis bomber jackets. This garment sports a zip out fur lining detachable fur collar concealed hood security pocket and zip front. All seams are taped.

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Portwest S464 - Contrast Plus Bomber Jacket - Yellow - R
€88,79 Excl. tax SRP
€107,44 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €66,51 / piece
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Classic boot design with a protective TPU scuff cap for high impact and to increase longevity. Moisture wicking inner lining provides reliable protection against cold damp and heat. Innovative outsole flex zones increase flexibility and stability for exce

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Portwest FD10 - Clyde Safety Boot S3 HRO CI HI FO - Black - R
€87,12 Excl. tax SRP
€105,42 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €66,51 / pair
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PW371 - PW3 Hi-Vis Baffle Jacket - YeBk - R - This thoughtfully designed PW3 Hi-Vis Baffle features HiVisTex Pro reflective tape for greater freedom of movement. The polyester ripstop outer combined with lightweight Insulatex thermal insulation offers an

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Portwest PW371 - PW3 Hi-Vis Baffle Jacket - YeBk - R
€86,68 Excl. tax SRP
€104,88 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €71,55 / piece
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PW371 - PW3 Hi-Vis Baffle Jacket - OrBk - R - This thoughtfully designed PW3 Hi-Vis Baffle features HiVisTex Pro reflective tape for greater freedom of movement. The polyester ripstop outer combined with lightweight Insulatex thermal insulation offers an

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Portwest PW371 - PW3 Hi-Vis Baffle Jacket - OrBk - R
€86,68 Excl. tax SRP
€104,88 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €71,55 / piece
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Versatile and comfortable protection against all weather conditions. The detachable fur lining and collar in combination with the zip-out sleeves prove this is a superbly adaptable garment. Numerous zipped outer and interior pockets afford excellent perso

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Portwest C465 - Hi-Vis Contrast Bomber Jacket - YeNa - R
€86,15 Excl. tax SRP
€104,24 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €61,65 / piece
Excl. Shipping costs
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Versatile and comfortable protection against all weather conditions. The detachable fur lining and collar in combination with the zip-out sleeves prove this is a superbly adaptable garment. Numerous zipped outer and interior pockets afford excellent perso

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Portwest C465 - Hi-Vis Contrast Bomber Jacket - YeGrey - Y
€86,15 Excl. tax SRP
€104,24 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €61,65 / piece
Excl. Shipping costs
In stock

Versatile and comfortable protection against all weather conditions. The detachable fur lining and collar in combination with the zip-out sleeves prove this is a superbly adaptable garment. Numerous zipped outer and interior pockets afford excellent perso

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Portwest C465 - Hi-Vis Contrast Bomber Jacket - YeBk - R
€86,15 Excl. tax SRP
€104,24 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €61,65 / 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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