Industrial Workwear

One of the types of clothes used in many jobs is industrial workwear. In fact, the most important reason for using and buying industrial workwear is to protect people against unforeseen dangers in such environments, so industrial employees are required to use this type of clothing. So, depending on the type of work people do in different environments, the characteristics of industrial workwear should be such that it can protect body parts against dangers such as electric shock, impact, fall, chemicals, and...

General characteristics of industrial workwear

First of all, when buying industrial workwear, choosing the right size for the individual should be a priority. Using workwear that is the right size and comfortable, in addition to increasing work efficiency, will help maintain the safety of these people in dealing with hazards. Another important thing to note is the quality of the sewing of the clothes. The sewing of this type of clothes must be strong so that it does not easily open or tear during work; also note that using torn industrial workwear in places where devices and machinery are required is dangerous.
Using industrial workwear with night vision signs on it in dark and low-light environments is one of the important things to pay attention to when buying workwear. Projects that are carried out at night or where there is insufficient light in the environment require the use of such workwear. In order to prevent any risk based on environmental conditions, industrial workwear should be manufactured in such a way that it is impossible to hang items such as watches, chains, keys, etc. Even if such facilities exist, the individual should avoid hanging items from themselves.
Industrial workwear sleeves should be the right size and not shorter or longer. If the working conditions are such that the individual needs to roll up his sleeves or is working in environments with hot weather conditions, it is better to use short-sleeved industrial workwear, otherwise, continuously rolling up the sleeves increases the possibility of accidents, especially in hazardous industries.

Industrial Workwear Standards

"Depending on the type of work environment, standards are set for the production of workwear that manufacturing companies are required to comply with, so when buying industrial workwear, you should first check the required standards based on your working conditions and then make a purchase.
The most important standards are:"
• In industries where there is a possibility of explosion or fire, industrial workwear with reflective parts, or with fire-resistant safety belts and gloves, special glasses, helmets, etc. should be used.
• In industries that require welding, it is mandatory to use fire-resistant workwear along with leather aprons that are resistant to burns.
• Industrial workwear with pockets should not be used in environments where flammable, explosive or toxic materials are present.
• Industrial workwear should be replaced at least every 6 months during the year, and in case of any serious damage to it, employees are required to use new workwear.
• The fabric used in the production of industrial workwear should be selected according to the environmental and working conditions of the individuals; for example, in environments where there is a risk of electric shock, the use of workwear with fabric that generates static electricity is prohibited.
• The weight of industrial workwear should be such that the person does not get tired while working and does not cause any disruption in the person's work.
• To avoid damage to the workwear, it is better to sew the fabric diagonally and with high density.

The most important international standards for the production of workwear

In addition to the above, standards for industrial workwear have been established by the ISO organization that must be observed during production. These standards include the following:
✔ EN ISO 20471: Reflective workwear for use in dark or low-light places.
✔ EN 342: Workwear for working in cold environments or winter workwear to protect the body from the cold (especially in weather conditions below 5 degrees Celsius), which requires the use of other accessories such as gloves, hats, etc.
✔ EN 343: The minimum standard required for industrial workwear that protects people against various weather conditions and can be used in different weather conditions or with strong winds.
✔ EN ISI 11611: A standard for the production of industrial workwear to prevent damage from factors such as welding and other similar activities.
✔ EN ISO 11612: If you intend to buy workwear for environments with high temperatures and the possibility of fire, the workwear you want must have this standard.
✔ EN ISO 15797: A standard required to ensure that your workwear is resistant to washing and does not cause problems afterwards.
✔ UV 801: This standard is for workwear for people who must use it in environments with UV radiation.

What fabric is used in the production of industrial workwear?

Depending on the work environment, different fabrics can be used to produce industrial workwear, each of which has different characteristics. In general, the most important fabrics used in the production of industrial workwear are terry cloth, filament, viscose, polyester, cotton, or a combination of these types of fabrics. An important point when buying industrial workwear is to pay attention to the climate in which this clothing is used, for example, using cotton fabric is more suitable for hot weather than polyester fabrics. The quality of the fabric, its thickness, and durable and stylish stitching should also be considered when buying industrial workwear. The quality of the fabric of workwear is very important for all jobs, which is even more important when buying workwear for industries, because the higher the quality of the selected fabric, the greater its color stability, comfort, safety, durability, and strength, and its resistance to fading, wear, and tearing also increases.

Suitable color of industrial workwear

Industries can order workwear with different designs and colors for employees based on the organizational color and also the grading of the position of the individuals, and the workwear model can also be different based on the position and duties of the individuals. Industrial workwear can be ordered and produced in a variety of colors and models and based on the environment and working conditions. To better distinguish people in industrial environments and identify people from each other, different colors can be used for the clothes of each position and department. In addition, the use of bright and night-colored colors such as phosphorescent colors for use in low-light work environments is one of the important points.
In the above section, explanations were given about the types of industrial workwear, and you can see the models of this type of workwear that you can purchase from Asan Posh Company based on your needs. You can contact the experts of the collection to receive more information, prices, and advice on suitable industrial workwear.