Safety workwear should be selected through the workplace's risk process, not from generic injury-prevention statistics. The exact product, colour, condition, use and care all matter.

Start with the actual requirement

Document the people, tasks, environment, presentation, care and repeat-order needs before selecting a product or system. Current evidence for the exact option matters more than a broad category claim.

Practical checks

• the identified hazard and required control
• current product documentation for the exact style
• fit with other PPE and equipment
• visibility, coverage and movement in the real task
• inspection, care, replacement and worker training

Verify before approval

Consult a qualified workplace safety adviser and the relevant current standards. Branding or alteration may affect a protective garment and should be assessed before production.

Use samples and written records

Where practical, review a sample in the real working conditions. Record product codes, colours, size information, artwork, approvals and any requirement that must be checked again before a repeat order.

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About the author: Jason Ham founded Uniforms.com.au in 1999 and writes from practical experience supplying uniforms, workwear and branded apparel to Australian organisations.