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.

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 - OrNa - R
€86,15 Excl. tax SRP
€104,24 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €61,65 / piece
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This bib and brace is constructed with high visibility reflective tape double stitched for enhanced visibility. Features include triple stitched seams high visibility strips on the legs and body two front patch pockets one rule pocket one front chest pock

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Portwest FR57 - Bizflame Plus Bib and Brace - NavRoy - R
€85,71 Excl. tax SRP
€103,71 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €66,51 / piece
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This bib and brace is constructed with high visibility reflective tape double stitched for enhanced visibility. Features include triple stitched seams high visibility strips on the legs and body two front patch pockets one rule pocket one front chest pock

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Portwest FR57 - Bizflame Plus Bib and Brace - Navy - R
€85,71 Excl. tax SRP
€103,71 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €66,51 / piece
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FR62 is constructed with highly innovative Bizflame Multi fabric. This comfortable garment offers protection against multiple risks including exposure to heat fire chemicals electrical arcs and welding. Features include twin-stitched Hi-Vis strips on legs

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Portwest FR62 - Hi-Vis Multi-Norm Trousers - YeNa - R - sales
€112,14 €85,21 Excl. tax SRP
€103,10 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €112,14 / piece
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The Dexter is a 2-layer hi-vis softshell jacket from our SEPP collection that protects you against the wind thanks to the upright collar and sleeve narrowing by means of Velcro closure. The inside of the softshell jacket is finished with 1 inner pocket an

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Sioen 722Z SOFTSHELL DEXTER Fluo Yellow
€84,50 Excl. tax SRP
€102,25 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €84,50 / Piece
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The Dexter is a 2-layer hi-vis softshell jacket from our SEPP collection that protects you against the wind thanks to the upright collar and sleeve narrowing by means of Velcro closure. The inside of the softshell jacket is finished with 1 inner pocket an

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Sioen 722Z SOFTSHELL DEXTER Fluo Orange
€84,50 Excl. tax SRP
€102,25 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €84,50 / Piece
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hand protection - Mechanics style impact protection - ordered pairs

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HexArmor HexArmor Chrome Series 4025
€84,00 Excl. tax SRP
€101,64 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €84,00 / Pair
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C466 - Hi-Vis Classic Bomber Jacket - YeNa - R - Stand out from the crowd with this classic bomber jacket. It features a detachable fur liner removable sleeves and detachable collar making it adaptable to all weather conditions. Other features include ID

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Portwest C466 - Hi-Vis Classic Bomber Jacket - YeNa - R
€82,28 Excl. tax SRP
€99,56 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €67,32 / piece
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Stand out from the crowd with this classic bomber jacket. It features a detachable fur liner removable sleeves and detachable collar making it adaptable to all weather conditions. Other features include ID pocket security sleeve pocket and contrast black

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Portwest C466 - Hi-Vis Classic Bomber Jacket - YeBk - R
€82,28 Excl. tax SRP
€99,56 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €64,44 / piece
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Stand out from the crowd with this classic bomber jacket. It features a detachable fur liner removable sleeves and detachable collar making it adaptable to all weather conditions. Other features include ID pocket security sleeve pocket and contrast black

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Portwest C466 - Hi-Vis Classic Bomber Jacket - OrBk - R
€82,28 Excl. tax SRP
€99,56 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €64,44 / piece
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Evaporative cooling vests from HyperKewl are easy to use! Just soak in water and evaporate for 5-10 hours. Less sweat loss, better focus on activities, more comfort, lower body temperature, lower heart rate, more energy.

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Techniche HyperKewl Evaporative Cooling Vest - Sports & Work - silver
€81,40 Excl. tax SRP
€98,49 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €81,40 / Piece
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Evaporative cooling vests from HyperKewl are easy to use! Just soak in water and evaporate for 5-10 hours. Less sweat loss, better focus on activities, more comfort, lower body temperature, lower heart rate, more energy.

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Techniche HyperKewl Evaporative Cooling Vest - Sports & Work & Rest / care homes - fluo yellow
€81,40 Excl. tax SRP
€98,49 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €81,40 / Piece
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Evaporative cooling vests from HyperKewl are easy to use! Just soak in water and evaporate for 5-10 hours. Less sweat loss, better focus on activities, more comfort, lower body temperature, lower heart rate, more energy.

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Techniche HyperKewl Evaporative Cooling Vest - Sports & Work & Rest / care homes - black
€81,40 Excl. tax SRP
€98,49 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €81,40 / Piece
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FR66 - Bizflame Ultra Trouser - OrShrt - S - Designed to perform in the toughest conditions this trouser combines hardwearing comfort with superb functionality. Made using durable fabric that withstands industrial washing retaining shape and colour over t

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Portwest FR66 - Bizflame Ultra Trouser - OrShrt - S
€80,78 Excl. tax SRP
€97,74 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €66,06 / piece
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FR66 - Bizflame Ultra Trouser - Orange - R - Designed to perform in the toughest conditions this trouser combines hardwearing comfort with superb functionality. Made using durable fabric that withstands industrial washing retaining shape and colour over t

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Portwest FR66 - Bizflame Ultra Trouser - Orange - R
€80,78 Excl. tax SRP
€97,74 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €66,06 / piece
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FR66 - Bizflame Ultra Trouser - Navy - R - Designed to perform in the toughest conditions this trouser combines hardwearing comfort with superb functionality. Made using durable fabric that withstands industrial washing retaining shape and colour over the

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Portwest FR66 - Bizflame Ultra Trouser - Navy - R
€80,78 Excl. tax SRP
€97,74 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €66,06 / piece
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This Jacket is constructed with high visibility reflective tape double stitched for enhanced visibility. Features include triple stitched seams high visibility strips on shoulders and arms concealed front brass zip two front chest pockets with flap and st

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Portwest FR55 - Bizflame Plus Jacket - NavRoy - R
€80,52 Excl. tax SRP
€97,43 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €65,34 / piece
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This Jacket is constructed with high visibility reflective tape double stitched for enhanced visibility. Features include triple stitched seams high visibility strips on shoulders and arms concealed front brass zip two front chest pockets with flap and st

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Portwest FR55 - Bizflame Plus Jacket - Navy - R
€80,52 Excl. tax SRP
€97,43 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €65,34 / piece
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The Point Guard 6044 is a glove HexArmor. It is a lightweight needle and cut resistant glove resistant cotton and elastane & inside the palm with 3 layers Superfabric.

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HexArmor HexArmor Point Guard X 6044
€122,00 €80,10 Excl. tax SRP
€96,92 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €80,10 / Pair
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FR96 - FR Hi-Vis Long Sleeve T-Shirt - Yellow - R - This comfortable t-shirt is made from an interlock knit fabric which is lightweight but offers high insulation. Ideal for use in a range of industries this item offers permanent flame resistant.

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Portwest FR96 - FR Hi-Vis Long Sleeve T-Shirt - Yellow - R
€78,94 Excl. tax SRP
€95,52 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €64,71 / piece
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PW374 - PW3 Hi-Vis Reversible Bodywarmer - YeBk - R - This innovative bodywarmer design is characterised by its stylish contemporary fit multiple practical features and durable stain resistant fluorescent fabric. The heavyweight padding provides optimum w

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Portwest PW374 - PW3 Hi-Vis Reversible Bodywarmer - YeBk - R
€78,76 Excl. tax SRP
€95,30 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €64,62 / piece
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PW374 - PW3 Hi-Vis Reversible Bodywarmer - OrBk - R - This innovative bodywarmer design is characterised by its stylish contemporary fit multiple practical features and durable stain resistant fluorescent fabric. The heavyweight padding provides optimum w

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Portwest PW374 - PW3 Hi-Vis Reversible Bodywarmer - OrBk - R
€78,76 Excl. tax SRP
€95,30 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €64,62 / piece
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C469 - Pro Hi-Vis 3-in-1 Jacket - YeBk - R - Made from 300D Oxford weave fabric this stylish jacket offers maximum waterproof and windproof protection for year-round performance. This jacket is highly adaptable and can be worn in three unique combinations

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Portwest C469 - Pro Hi-Vis 3-in-1 Jacket - YeBk - R
€78,67 Excl. tax SRP
€95,19 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €60,75 / piece
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C469 - Pro Hi-Vis 3-in-1 Jacket - OrBk - R - Made from 300D Oxford weave fabric this stylish jacket offers maximum waterproof and windproof protection for year-round performance. This jacket is highly adaptable and can be worn in three unique combinations

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Portwest C469 - Pro Hi-Vis 3-in-1 Jacket - OrBk - R
€78,67 Excl. tax SRP
€95,19 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €60,75 / 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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