Tips for selecting PPE and workwear from painting companies

Safety Workwear Shop supplies protective clothing and PPE to painting companies. Read here the most important tips on how to paint safely.

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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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Stokolan Hand & Body - 100ml skin care for normal skin

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Deb Stoko Stokolan Hand & Body - 100ml skin care for normal skin
€5,15 Excl. tax SRP
€6,23 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €5,15 / 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
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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
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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 - Grey - 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 - Black - R
€4,93 Excl. tax SRP
€5,97 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,60 / piece
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Showa 381 is an ultra-light work glove with excellent grip on slippery oily surfaces

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Showa Showa 381 ultra-light work glove
€6,08 €4,65 Excl. tax SRP
€5,63 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,65 / Pair
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Cleverly designed using zinc alloy with your safety in mind this knife for right-handed people has a spring-loaded blade retract system that responds to any uncontrolled hand movement. With an easy blade change this knife is a great all-rounder.

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Portwest KN10 - Ultra Safety Cutter - Black - R - Copy
€4,58 Excl. tax SRP
€5,54 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,42 / piece
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Cleverly designed using zinc alloy with your safety in mind this knife for right-handed people has a spring-loaded blade retract system that responds to any uncontrolled hand movement. With an easy blade change this knife is a great all-rounder.

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Portwest KN10 - Ultra Safety Cutter - Black - R - Copy
€4,58 Excl. tax SRP
€5,54 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,42 / piece
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The Tyvek 500 jacket and hood protects against water and aerosol-based liquids, while allowing air and water vapor to pass through. An excellent barrier against fine particles up to 1 micron in size.

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Tyvek (DuPont) Tyvek 500 jacket model PP33 with hood Type 6
€8,00 €4,52 Excl. tax SRP
€5,47 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,52 / Piece
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This fully dipped nitrile coated glove with foam nitrile coating in the palm area provides comfort and touch sensitivity. An elastic knit cuff holds it firmly on the arm for enhanced fit. The nitrile coating offers excellent liquid barrier while the super

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Portwest AP30 - Dermi Pro Glove - OrBk - R
€4,22 Excl. tax SRP
€5,11 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,06 / pair
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hand protection - Precision and assembly work - to be ordered per 10 pairs

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Showa Showa 370 Assembly Grip black work glove
€4,99 €4,20 Excl. tax SRP
€5,08 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,20 / Pair
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This Tyvek lab coat is made of heavy quality SMMS material. This material breathes very well and is also anti-static. 99.9% of particles larger than 3 microns are retained. With press studs and high collar.

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Tyvek (DuPont) Tyvek 500 lab coat PL30 white - with press studs and high collar
€8,00 €4,13 Excl. tax SRP
€5,00 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €4,13 / Piece
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Dual lens with soft rubber nose bridge and temple grips in various colours.

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Portwest PW37 - Bold Pro Spectacle - Red - R
€4,05 Excl. tax SRP
€4,90 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,96 / piece
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Dual lens with soft rubber nose bridge and temple grips in various colours.

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Portwest PW37 - Bold Pro Spectacle - Orange - R
€4,05 Excl. tax SRP
€4,90 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,96 / piece
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Dual lens with soft rubber nose bridge and temple grips in various colours.

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Portwest PW37 - Bold Pro Spectacle - Blue - U
€4,05 Excl. tax SRP
€4,90 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,96 / piece
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Polycarbonate Face Shield with Protective Foam and Adjustable Headband. Can be used with or without glasses and mask.

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MAX Safety MAX Safety Shield - Economy face shield - made in Portugal
€6,08 €4,00 Excl. tax SRP
€4,84 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €6,08 / Piece
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The Safeguard Spectacle features a nylon frame with seven-position ratchet temples and adjustable arm length.

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Portwest PW35 - Safeguard Spectacle - Clear - R
€3,96 Excl. tax SRP
€4,79 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,85 / piece
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The Showa 380 gloves are very popular gloves for those who work with fine mechanics. Can be ordered per 10 pairs

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Showa Showa 380 lightweight gloves with Nitrile Foam Grip
€5,10 €3,90 Excl. tax SRP
€4,72 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,90 / Pair
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This Tyvek lab coat is made of heavy quality SMMS material. This material breathes very well and is also anti-static. 99.9% of particles larger than 3 microns are retained. With zip.

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Tyvek (DuPont) Tyvek 500 lab coat PL309 with zip
€7,00 €3,83 Excl. tax SRP
€4,63 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,83 / Piece
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Economy Vinyl disposable gloves for medical, industrial and food use

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Economy Vinyl disposable gloves for medical, industrial and food use
€5,90 €3,78 Excl. tax SRP
€4,57 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €3,78 / Piece
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PS30 is an ultra-lightweight spectacle designed to be worn over prescription glasses. Its wide panoramic lens with moulded side shields and brow guard offers a superior protection to the wearer. The adjustable and extendable arms ensure a comfortable and

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Portwest PS30 - Portwest Over-Spectacle - Clear - R
€3,61 Excl. tax SRP
€4,37 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €2,70 / piece
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Innovative lightweight dielectric safety spectacle with metal free hinges featuring a tough and modern design with dual material on the side arms. Side holes offer increased ventilation for optimum comfort.

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Portwest PS12 - Tech Look - Smoke - R
€3,61 Excl. tax SRP
€4,37 Incl. tax SRP
Unit price : €2,70 / piece
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Safety Workwear Shop supplies protective clothing and PPE to painting companies. Read here the most important tips on how to paint safely according to Joseph, owner of a painting company.

Interviewer: Joseph, can you tell us about a time when you had to prioritize safety as a painter?

Joseph: Sure. There was one time when I was painting a ceiling and I noticed that the ladder I was using was unstable. I immediately stopped working, got off the ladder and secured it properly to avoid accidents or falls.

Interviewer: What are some of the dangers painters face on the job?

Joseph: Painters are exposed to many risks, including falling from ladders or scaffolding, inhalation of toxic fumes and fumes, skin and eye irritation from paint and chemicals, and even electrocution when working near power lines or electrical equipment.

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

Joseph: Here are five safety tips painters can follow to stay safe on the job:

  1. Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, respirators, gloves and work boots.

  2. Use safe and stable ladders or scaffolding and make sure they are on a level surface.

  3. Use safe painting techniques, such as properly ventilating the work area, avoiding spills and drips, and cleaning up spills immediately.

  4. Be aware of electrical hazards, such as working near power lines or electrical equipment, and take the necessary precautions.

  5. Take breaks as needed to avoid fatigue and maintain focus.

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

Joseph: By prioritizing safety, we have been able to reduce the risk of accidents and injuries, protecting us, our colleagues and our customers. It has enabled us to complete projects on time and within budget and has helped build a culture of safety and accountability within our team. Safety is crucial in the painting industry and it is important to always be aware of potential hazards and take the necessary precautions to avoid accidents.

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