They face two major health problems in the winter months, hypothermia and frostbite, which is why they need to make sure they have adequate clothing and footwear to protect them.
This winter, the must-have items for your retail outlet or stall are:
Thermal T-shirts – Despite the cold, working in a big jumper isn’t always practical for outdoor workers so they will rely on a thermal t-shirt to keep them warm. They are comfortable, thick and come with a tog rating of 0.45.
Thermal Long Johns– Most outdoor workers would be lost without a couple of pairs of thermal long johns to get them through the winter. They really do make a massive difference, even on extremely cold days. They’re designed to go underneath workers’ normal trousers and have a tog rating of 0.45.
Thermal Long Sleeve Thermal Tops – Similar to thermal t-shirts, these have added sleeves to keep workers’ whole arms toasty as they work. Most workers will buy at least two or three tops so they always have a clean one ready to go. They have a top rating of 0.45.
Thinsulate Hats – Heat escapes from our heads, so wearing a warm hat is a must when working outside. Thinsulate is a brand people know and trust.
Hard Wearing Work Socks– Every part of a worker’s body needs to be protected from the cold and many will buy new hard wearing work socks to make sure their feet don’t suffer unnecessarily. Combined with good work boots, the socks should keep their feet nice and dry which is essential as wet feet can result in rapid heat loss.
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To see our full range of work wear, please check out the rest of this website. To discuss your requirements, please ring 0161 834 7555 or call into our showroom in Manchester.