Safety Accessories: Work Clothes, Safety Boots, Emergency Signs and Safes

First assess the job hazards — falling objects, sharp edges, moisture, chemicals, poor visibility or theft — and choose the matching protection. Check the marking and standard compliance, and replace worn or damaged items in time. See how to choose personal protective equipment and how to read PPE markings, standards and replacement requirements.

Choose workwear by fabric weight (usually 200–300 g/m²), reinforced seams, pockets and season, and reflective vests by fluorescent colour and 5 cm wide retroreflective strips. Choose protective clothing (coveralls, aprons, waterproof wear) for the specific hazard. Read how to choose workwear, protective and high-visibility clothing.

Compare safety boots by toe cap (steel or composite, up to 200 J impact), anti-puncture midsole, and slip- and oil-resistant outsole. For wet and muddy work choose rubber or PVC boots with a protective toe cap and midsole, in the correct size. See how to choose safety footwear and protective rubber boots.

Cutting, grinding and drilling require glasses with side protection, and gloves should be chosen by hazard — mechanical, cut, chemical or thermal. The right glove size keeps dexterity and reduces fatigue. Read how to choose safety glasses and how to choose work gloves.

Warning triangles and warning signs should have a retroreflective and fluorescent surface, a stable base and enough size to be visible from a distance. On construction sites also use cones and barrier tape to mark the hazard zone. See how to choose safety signs, cones, barriers and marking products.

Choose padlocks by body material (steel, brass), shackle diameter and security grade, and door locks by cylinder type and break-in resistance. For outdoor use, corrosion resistance and protection against dust and moisture are important. Read how to choose locks and physical security accessories.

Choose a safe by internal volume, wall thickness, lock type (mechanical, combination, electronic) and burglary or fire resistance. Safes lighter than 100 kg should be anchored to the floor or wall. See how to choose a safe and secure storage solution.

Compare tarps by weight (light about 60–90 g/m², heavy-duty 120–200 g/m² and more), size, UV resistance and eyelet spacing. For heavy and long-term outdoor use choose denser options with reinforced edges. Read how to choose protective tarps and temporary covers.