Dressed To Serve: The Importance Of Proper Workwear

Post date: Jun 11, 2018 12:25:21 PM

Everyone is different, and people choose different professions. Not everyone wears a suit and tie to work because certain jobs have higher risks than others. It is an employer’s responsibility to provide proper workwear for their employees.

When an employee has to do a task in a high-risk environment and does not feel that they are protected, they will think of ways to protect themselves while performing their task. How then can they work well if they believe they cannot do their job properly and safely?

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Those who work with electricity, chemical hazards, fire, and dangerous machinery are more exposed to risks such as loss of sight, limbs, and even death. While there are tasks that do not expose workers to such risks, some health problems can still emerge such as difficulty in breathing, skin disease, and hearing loss. This is why it’s important for employees to always wear their full workwear while on duty. This is not solely for work identification purposes but also serves as their protection from harm. Examples of proper workwear include surgical masks, boots, rubber gloves, goggles, and helmets. While work attire differs depending on profession, these pieces are specifically designed to meet occupational health and safety standards.

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Risk assessment in the workplace is important, so team members and employers are aware of the hazards of the job. The employee (and their safety) should be the company’s top priority after all.

Captain Martin Sanders, Ph.D., has more than a decade of experience in health and occupational safety. Visit this blog to read similar content.