PPE AND SITE SAFETY
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and site safety are paramount in ensuring the well-being of workers in construction, mining, and civil contracting. PPE, including gloves, helmets, and eyewear, shields against hazards. Meanwhile, site safety encompasses practices and equipment to prevent accidents and injuries, such as high-visibility gear and safety harnesses. Both elements, when rigorously adhered to, create a protective shield for workers, reducing risks and promoting a secure work environment. Employers' diligence in supplying quality PPE and implementing robust site safety measures is central to safeguarding personnel in high-risk industries.
The aim of Boots & Workwear safety gear is to create and promote the safest possible occupational environments for Australian workers. Our PPE & site safety equipment includes Safety Work Gloves, Hearing Protection, Head and Face Protection, Respiratory, Eye Protection, Body Protection, Site Safety, Sun Protection, Hydration and Cooling, as well as various other safety items needed for mining, construction, and civil contracting. All of these products meet the high-quality standards that every worker rightfully expects and deserves.
Essential Safety Gear for Workers: Protecting You on the Job
- Work Boots:
- Slip-resistant soles to protect from slipping and falling.
- In good working order to avoid punctures.
- Steel cap toes for protection against falling objects.
- Safety Work Gloves:
- Snug fit without rips, chemical residue, or burns.
- Replace damaged gloves promptly.
- Use rubber gloves for tasks involving heat or electricity.
- Hearing Protection:
- Earplugs are necessary due to loud tools and machinery.
- Clean earplugs before insertion and ensure a proper fit.
- Formable earplugs for different ear canal sizes.
- Head and Face Protection:
- Protection from falling objects and electric shock.
- Regularly inspect for deformities or dents.
- Replace after any impact, even if no visible damage is present.
- Eye Protection:
- Protection from chemical elements, material shards, smoke, and flying objects.
- Goggles or face shields for tasks with eye or face injury risks.
- Ensure goggles meet the ANSI Z87.1 standard and fit properly.
- Clean and disinfect goggles after use.
- Respiratory Protection:
- Choose the appropriate respirator for the specific task.
- Fit-tested and proper training are essential before use.
- Change filters regularly and replace malfunctioning respirators.
- Ensure a tight seal on the face.
- Body Protection:
- Safety harnesses and lanyards for tasks performed at heights.
- Inspect all componentry for damage before use.
- Ensure a strong connection to the anchor point.
- Site Safety: This includes a range of equipment and practices to maintain safety on the construction site. High-visibility vests or shirts are necessary when exposed to vehicular traffic, and other safety measures should be implemented as per the specific site's requirements.
- Sun Protection: In environments with high sun exposure, sunscreen is essential to protect workers from skin cancer. Encourage the use of sunscreen and provide it if necessary.
- Hydration and Cooling: Ensure workers have access to hydration and cooling facilities to prevent heat-related illnesses, especially in hot weather.
Boots and Workwear knows a lot about safety gear and what you need on most work sites.
Keep yourself and your workplace safe by getting good safety gear.
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ProChoice® Prosense Stinga Gloves NPF PK12
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$46.20Seamless 15 gauge, 100% apparel grade nylon shell PVC foam coating provides water repellency, comfort & enhanced gripping power in wet & dry conditions Silicone free Qty/Pack - 12 Pairs Available Sizes - 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 ProChoice NPF ProSense...NPF$46.20 -
ProChoice® Super-Flex Nitrile Dip Glove NP PK12
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$22.55Anti-static liner Lightweight Breathable Nitrile Dip Individually packed Sizes: 7-12 Qty/Pack - 12 PairsNP$22.55 -
ProChoice® Blue PVC Glove PVC60 6pk
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$72.55Resistant to oil & grease Interlock lined for easy on/off Open cuff offers quick release when required Extended cuff for forearm protection - 60cm length One Size Fits All Qty/Pack - 12 Pairs ProChoice PVC60 - Blue PVC Product Data Sheet.pdfPVC60$72.55 -
ProChoice® Yellow/Grey Leather Gloves Large 940GY pk12
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$60.45Heavy duty cow split one piece palm Yellow safety cuff and knuckle bar for extra protection Lightweight, economical, cotton back One Size Fits All Qty/Pack - 12 Pairs ProChoice 940GY - Yellow Grey Leather Product Data Sheet.pdf940GY$60.45 -
ProChoice® Candy Stripe Gloves Large 417PB pk12
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$30.86Cow split leather palm, cotton backed Lightweight and economical Safety cuff and knuckle bar for added protection One Size Fits All Qty/Pack - 12 Pairs ProChoice 417PB - Candy Stripe Product Data Sheet.pdf417PB$30.86 -
ProChoice® Cowsplit Leather Riggers Gloves 803C pk12
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$56.55Grey suede look and finish Tough & durable Qty/Pack - 12 Pairs Available Sizes - L, XL, 2XL ProChoice 803C - RIGGAMATE Product Data Sheet.pdf803C$56.55 -
ProChoice® Riggamate Natural Cowgrain Palm / Split Back Gloves CGL41NSB pk12
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$79.10Premium cow grain leather palm Wing thumb, stitch free palm Outstanding durability & comfort Qty/Pack - 12 Pairs ProChoice CGL41NSB Product Data Sheet.pdfCGL41NSB$79.10 -
ProChoice® Riggamate Natural Cowgrain Gloves CGL41N pk12
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$87.23Wing thumb, stitch free palm Outstanding durability & comfort Qty/Pack - 12 Pairs Available sizes - S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL ProChoice CGL41N Product Data Sheet.pdfCGL41N$87.23 -
ProChoice® Riggamate Beige Premium Cowgrain Gloves CGL41B pk12
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$91.48Wing thumb, stitch free palm Outstanding durability & comfort Qty/Pack - 12 Pairs Available sizes - S, M, L, XL, 2XL ProChoice CGL41B Product Data Sheet.pdfCGL41B$91.48 -
ProChoice® Cotton Drill Vinyl Palm Gloves Large CDVP pk12
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$13.30Vinyl palm increases durability Cotton drill back allows breathability Knit wrist to excldue debris Qty/Pack - 12 PairsCDVP$13.30 -
ProChoice® Knitted Poly/Cotton With PVC Dots Gloves 342KPD pk12
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$12.107 gauge knit for strength & ventilation Bleached for clean appearance PVC dots on one side for extra grip Qty/Pack - 12 Pairs342KPD$12.10 -
ProChoice® Knitted Poly/Cotton Gloves 342 pk12
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$9.857 gauge knit for strength & ventilation Bleached for clean appearance Glove can be reversed and used on both sides Qty/Pack - 12 Pairs342$9.85