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PPE AND SITE SAFETY

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

  1. 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.
  2. Safety Work Gloves:
    • Snug fit without rips, chemical residue, or burns.
    • Replace damaged gloves promptly.
    • Use rubber gloves for tasks involving heat or electricity.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.

  • Pro Choice Safety Gear Anti-Fog Lens Wipes 100 Pack AFW100

    Pro Choice Safety Gear Anti-Fog Lens Wipes 100 Pack AFW100

    PRO CHOICE

    $32.95 Inc. GST
    $29.95 Ex. GST
    Provides an anti fog coating Alcohol and ammonia free pre moistened lens towelette Soft and absorbent Made from tissue designed specifically for lens cleaning Individually packed Anti bacterial Anti static Protects lens coatings ensuring longer...
    AFW100
    $32.95 Inc. GST
    $29.95 Ex. GST
  • 614 Xccess  614-S1-GY

    614 Xccess 614-S1-GY

    EYRES

    $32.95 Inc. GST
    $29.95 Ex. GST
    Features and benefits   Shiny Black Frame, Grey Lens Lightweight, wide temple frame offers enhanced coverage and comfort for extended wear High wrap lens for additional viewing area Polycarbonate, hard coat, scratch-resistant lens for extra...
    614-S1-GY
    $32.95 Inc. GST
    $29.95 Ex. GST
  • 608 B'Have  608-S1-GY

    608 B'Have 608-S1-GY

    EYRES

    $38.45 Inc. GST
    $34.95 Ex. GST
    Features and benefits   Shiny Black Frame, Grey Lens Modern, stylish, high wrap, unisex, frame design Hard coated polycarbonate lenses for extra durability and strength Provides 99.9% protection from the suns harmful UV Frame Specifications ...
    608-S1-GY
    $38.45 Inc. GST
    $34.95 Ex. GST
  • 412 Yagan  412-M1-GY

    412 Yagan 412-M1-GY

    EYRES

    $29.65 Inc. GST
    $26.95 Ex. GST
    Features and benefits   Matt Black Frame, Grey Lens Wrap around close eyecup fit for superior protection Polycarbonate lenses that protect against UV rays and impact. Distortion free vision through the 8 base polycarbonate lens design Soft grip...
    412-M1-GY
    $29.65 Inc. GST
    $26.95 Ex. GST
  • 150 Bercy  150-S13-GY

    150 Bercy 150-S13-GY

    EYRES

    $43.95 Inc. GST
    $39.95 Ex. GST
    Features and benefits Stylish, highly flexiable, wrap frame design provides excellent ocular coverage and protection Made from Thermoplastic Polyester Elastomer (TPEE) frame material, an exceptionally soft and flexible, rubber-like material allowing...
    150-S13-GY
    $43.95 Inc. GST
    $39.95 Ex. GST
  • 150 Bercy 150-MW1-GY

    150 Bercy 150-MW1-GY

    EYRES

    $43.95 Inc. GST
    $39.95 Ex. GST
    Features and benefits   Matt Black & White Frame, Grey Lens Stylish, highly flexiable, wrap frame design provides excellent ocular coverage and protection Made from Thermoplastic Polyester Elastomer (TPEE) frame material, an exceptionally...
    150-MW1-GY
    $43.95 Inc. GST
    $39.95 Ex. GST
  • 150 Bercy  150-MS1-GY

    150 Bercy 150-MS1-GY

    EYRES

    $43.95 Inc. GST
    $39.95 Ex. GST
    Features and benefits   Matt & Shiny Black Frame, Grey Lens Stylish, highly flexiable, wrap frame design provides excellent ocular coverage and protection Made from Thermoplastic Polyester Elastomer (TPEE) frame material, an exceptionally...
    150-MS1-GY
    $43.95 Inc. GST
    $39.95 Ex. GST
  • Pro Choice Safety Gear Bump Cap - Short Peak Navy BCNSP

    Pro Choice Safety Gear Bump Cap - Short Peak Navy BCNSP

    PRO CHOICE

    $22.15 Inc. GST
    $20.14 Ex. GST
    Lightweight, modern baseball style cap Complies to EN812 - Industrial bump cap standards Foam padded insert provides built in protection against bumps & scrapes in the workplace Eyelet holes & mesh venting allows for airflow Adjustable strap for...
    BCNSP
    $22.15 Inc. GST
    $20.14 Ex. GST
  • Pro Choice Safety Gear Bump Cap - Short Peak Fluro Yellow BCFYSP

    Pro Choice Safety Gear Bump Cap - Short Peak Fluro Yellow BCFYSP

    PRO CHOICE

    $26.39 Inc. GST
    $23.99 Ex. GST
    Lightweight, modern baseball style cap Complies to EN812 - Industrial bump cap standards Foam padded insert provides built in protection against bumps & scrapes in the workplace Eyelet holes & mesh venting allows for airflow Adjustable strap for...
    BCFYSP
    $26.39 Inc. GST
    $23.99 Ex. GST