A dust coat should not be described as better than a competitor's product without a current, like-for-like test covering the exact styles. Compare evidence, fit and total requirements instead.

Define the requirement

Document the users, tasks, environment, presentation, care, quantities, approvals and repeat-order needs before selecting a product or supplier.

Practical checks

• exact fabric composition and garment construction
• size range and movement
• pockets, closures and intended tasks
• care instructions and sample wash
• branding position, price and stock continuity

Verify the claim

A dust coat is not automatically PPE or chemical protection. Verify the exact product and workplace requirement. Compare current quotations on the same specification.

Use samples and written approval

Where practical, review the exact product and keep a record of style codes, colours, sizes, artwork, quotation and approvals. Recheck information that may change before reordering.

Review industrial dust coats

See dust coats or contact Uniforms.com.au.

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.